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Lightning

  • TV Series
  • 2021–2022
  • 30m
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Lightning (2021)
Game Show

Six challengers compete across six rounds answering quick-fire questions as they attempt to avoid a ruthless spotlight patrolling the studio and eliminating contestants. Quiz show/game show ... Read allSix challengers compete across six rounds answering quick-fire questions as they attempt to avoid a ruthless spotlight patrolling the studio and eliminating contestants. Quiz show/game show mash-up hosted by Zoe Lyons.Six challengers compete across six rounds answering quick-fire questions as they attempt to avoid a ruthless spotlight patrolling the studio and eliminating contestants. Quiz show/game show mash-up hosted by Zoe Lyons.

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    • 2021–2022
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    10nialldavies-02652

    The Best Gameshow Ever?

    Such a great show. Great host, great contestants, great questions, great format - also, watching the show makes time go slower because so many rounds are fit into 30 minutes and every single second is tense! My only gripe is the unimaginative naming of the epic physical challenges, but that doesn't stop this show being awarded a 10/10 from me!
    2djbethell-746-488986

    It really doesn't work on any level.

    Love Zoe Lyons but I don't understand why she's on this show as her comedic talent is devoid on this show, and she makes a rather dull, constantly grinning compare. Where is her wonderful sarcasm?

    Give her a proper show where she can shine. This is just another common or garden show with little to grab any interest.
    9kofikat

    Great Stuff

    Probably one of the best game shows I've seen. Has a bit of everything - general knowledge, physical challenge and spelling. Only thing I can fault it for is that the host will say 'tomorrow' but it is obviously the same day as their clothes don't change.
    9geranium-33450

    Great fun!

    This is a pacy game show with six different elimination rounds, including a physical challenge. The host is the excellent comedian Zoe Lyons and she brings humour and banter to the show without ever being cruel to the contestants. It's an exciting format. A very enjoyable and fun show to watch.
    10kykylelam

    An emotional journey

    From the struggles of Finbar and dexterity of Grace to the hobbles of Lesley, the viewer is taken on a rollercoaster of emotions. The series leaves only one question unanswered: will Sally ever return?!

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      On Tuesday, 21st June 2022, comedian Zoe Lyons posted on Twitter announcing that the fast paced quiz show would not be returning for a third series. The BBC confirmed that "Lightning has had two great series but we need to make room for new opportunities. We'd like to thank Zoe and the team for all their hard work."

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    • Release date
      • January 25, 2021 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
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      • British Broadcasting Corporation (United Kingdom)
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      • English
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      • Nice One Films
      • Fizz TV
      • British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
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