Thousands of people have stood, looking up into the daunting faces of The Chasers , preparing to take on one of the best quizzers of the world . Only a few hundred ever managed it. It’s an impressive record for the six who make up the professionals team on the hit game show .
The Chase is now celebrating its 15 year anniversary with a special airing on September 2. When so many quiz shows crash and burn on TV, the longevity of ITV ’s The Chase is impressive. It pulls in an audience of around 3 million a day and is one the channels most successful daytime shows ever.
It’s won three National Television Awards, plus two for its spin off show Beat The Chasers, plus the Best Daytime TV BAFTA. No wonder they are celebrating their landmark birthday. And Bradley Walsh, who also hosts Blankety Blank and Gladiators, credits a mix of peril and simplicity for its success.
“It’s just that combination of a great format that is easy to understand but gets the most out of The Chasers and encourages risk,” he says. “The best shows are the tight finishes.” CAN YOU BEAT THE CHASERS? The Chase’s question masters have compiled an exclusive quiz for Mirror readers - mixing new zingers with some of the hardest questions of the past 15 years.
So can you run laps around the Chasers by getting 100%? What was the first biscuit to be eaten on the moon? a. Bourbon b. Jammie Dodger c.
Jaffa Cake 2. Which of these world capitals has all but eradicated homelessness? a. Havana b.
Helsinki c.