10 Great Shows To Watch On Britbox UK

10. QI XL

Panel shows have always been somewhat of an enigma to American audiences; there's nothing quite like them made across the pond, so the best place to look for a quick comedy fix is Britain. QI (Quite Interesting) is on the face of it a rather esoteric example, hosted by Oxbridge alumni Stephen Fry and, later, Sandi Toksvig, and crammed with scientific, historic and cultural factoids.

However, it is far more accessible than it may appear; resident "dunce" Alan Davies is proof that in actuality, the show can be for everyone- you don't need to know things. In fact, if something you think you know appears as a question, then it is most likely erroneous- QI thrives on debunking misconceptions and showcasing the obscure, in a genial and comedic manner which makes it enjoyable, and quite interesting, to all.

You could even argue that, in light of social distancing and academia grinding to a halt across the country, QI is there to slide into our DMs and satisfy a thirst for education (at least, that's what you can tell your tutor). Two series of the extended version are presently available to stream in full- more than enough to satisfy casual viewers and even the hungriest of trivia junkies.