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Talkback Productions was established in 1981 by the comedy duo Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones.
Answer: True
Talkback Productions was founded in 1981 by the comedy duo Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones.
Talkback Productions was originally founded in 1981.
Answer: True
The foundational establishment of Talkback Productions dates to 1981.
What was the original founding year of Talkback Productions?
Answer: 1981
The foundational establishment of Talkback Productions dates to 1981.
Talkback Productions was originally founded by:
Answer: Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones
Talkback Productions was established in 1981 by the comedy duo Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones.
Talkback Productions was acquired by Pearson Television in 2003, subsequently merging with Thames Television.
Answer: False
Pearson Television acquired Talkback Productions in 2000, not 2003. The merger with Thames Television occurred in 2003, forming Talkback Thames.
Fremantle has been the parent company of Talkback Productions since its inception in 1981.
Answer: False
Fremantle became the parent company of Talkback Productions from 2000 onwards, not since its inception in 1981.
In 2012, Talkback Thames underwent a restructuring, being divided into four distinct companies: Boundless, Retort, Talkback, and Thames.
Answer: True
In 2012, Talkback Thames was indeed divided into four separate production companies: Boundless, Retort, Talkback, and Thames.
Talkback Productions was initially founded in 1981 and subsequently underwent a significant relaunch on January 1, 2012.
Answer: True
The foundational establishment of Talkback Productions dates to 1981. The company subsequently experienced a significant relaunch on January 1, 2012.
Talkback Thames was re-formed following a merger announcement on September 16, 2024, which involved the exit of managing director Jonno Richards.
Answer: True
A significant corporate development was announced on September 16, 2024: Talkback was set to merge with Thames, thereby re-establishing the entity known as Talkback Thames. This strategic realignment followed the departure of managing director Jonno Richards.
In what year did Pearson Television acquire Talkback Productions?
Answer: 2000
Pearson Television completed the acquisition of Talkback Productions in the year 2000.
Which of the following was NOT one of the four companies into which Talkback Thames was divided in 2012?
Answer: Fremantle
In 2012, Talkback Thames was divided into Boundless, Retort, Talkback, and Thames. Fremantle was not one of these four entities.
The merger of Talkback and Thames to re-form Talkback Thames, announced on September 16, 2024, followed the exit of which individual?
Answer: Jonno Richards
A significant corporate development was announced on September 16, 2024: Talkback was set to merge with Thames, thereby re-establishing the entity known as Talkback Thames. This strategic realignment followed the departure of managing director Jonno Richards.
What occurred with Talkback Thames on January 1, 2012?
Answer: It was divided into four separate companies.
In 2012, Talkback Thames underwent a restructuring, being divided into four distinct companies: Boundless, Retort, Talkback, and Thames.
The Channel 4 comedy series *Brass Eye* was produced by Talkback and is known for its controversial satirical content.
Answer: True
Talkback produced *Brass Eye*, a Channel 4 satirical news program renowned for its controversial content and distinctive format.
Talkback produced the BBC One comedy *Bernard and the Genie* in 1991, which starred its founders.
Answer: True
The BBC One comedy *Bernard and the Genie*, aired in 1991, starred Talkback founders Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones.
The comedy series *The 11 O'Clock Show*, recognized for launching Sacha Baron Cohen's Ali G character, aired on BBC Two.
Answer: False
The comedy series *The 11 O'Clock Show* aired on Channel 4, not BBC Two. It is recognized for launching Sacha Baron Cohen's Ali G character.
*Never Mind the Buzzcocks* is a long-running music panel show, produced by Talkback, which aired on BBC Two and subsequently on Sky Max.
Answer: True
The enduring music panel show *Never Mind the Buzzcocks*, a Talkback production, commenced its broadcast on BBC Two before subsequently migrating to Sky Max.
The BBC Two comedy series *Big Train* (1998-2002) was recognized for its surreal humor and was created by the creative team behind *The Day Today*.
Answer: True
The BBC Two comedy series *Big Train*, which ran from 1998 to 2002, was a Talkback production celebrated for its surreal comedic style. It originated from the same creative collective responsible for *The Day Today*.
Steve Coogan's character Alan Partridge first appeared in the Talkback-produced BBC Two series *I'm Alan Partridge*.
Answer: False
While *I'm Alan Partridge* was a Talkback production starring Steve Coogan as Alan Partridge, the character's first appearance was in *The Day Today* (1994) and *Knowing Me, Knowing You... with Alan Partridge* (1996-1997), which also predates *I'm Alan Partridge* (1997-2002).
*Da Ali G Show* was produced by Talkback for Channel 4 and subsequently broadcast on HBO.
Answer: True
*Da Ali G Show*, a seminal comedy series centered on the character Ali G, was produced by Talkback for Channel 4 and later achieved international broadcast on HBO in the United States.
*The Day Today* was a BBC Two comedy series from 1994, featuring Chris Morris and Steve Coogan.
Answer: True
*The Day Today*, a seminal BBC Two comedy series from 1994, featured Chris Morris and Steve Coogan, offering a highly satirical perspective on news broadcasting.
*Gideon's Daughter* is a 2006 BBC One drama miniseries that featured Olivia Colman.
Answer: True
*Gideon's Daughter*, a BBC One drama miniseries produced by Talkback in 2006, featured the notable performance of Olivia Colman.
*Look Around You* was a BBC Two comedy series from 2002-2005, created by Peter Serafinowicz and Robert Popper.
Answer: True
*Look Around You*, a BBC Two comedy series produced by Talkback between 2002 and 2005, was co-created by Peter Serafinowicz and Robert Popper, employing a distinctive mockumentary format.
*The Armando Iannucci Shows* was a Channel 4 comedy series produced by Talkback in 2000, exploring political satire.
Answer: False
*The Armando Iannucci Shows* was a Channel 4 comedy series produced by Talkback, but it aired in 2001, not 2000. It focused on political satire.
*Hippies* was a 1999 BBC Two comedy series produced by Talkback, starring Mackenzie Crook and David Mitchell.
Answer: True
*Hippies*, a BBC Two comedy series produced by Talkback in 1999, starred Mackenzie Crook and David Mitchell, centering on the lives of three friends employed within the media sector.
*The Keith & Paddy Picture Show* was an ITV comedy series from 2017-2018, starring Keith Lemon and Paddy McGuinness.
Answer: True
The ITV comedy series *The Keith & Paddy Picture Show*, broadcast from 2017 to 2018, featured Keith Lemon and Paddy McGuinness and was produced by Talkback.
*Gash*, a 2003 Channel 4 comedy created by Chris Morris, was known for its surreal and often disturbing content.
Answer: True
*Gash*, a Channel 4 comedy series produced by Talkback in 2003, was created by Chris Morris and gained recognition for its profoundly surreal and often disturbing thematic elements.
*QI* has been produced by Talkback since 2003 and has aired on BBC Four, BBC Two, and BBC One.
Answer: True
*QI*, the esteemed quiz show recognized for its intellectual discourse and wit, has been under the production of Talkback since 2003, with broadcasts spanning BBC Four, BBC Two, and BBC One.
*Bernard and the Genie* was a 1991 BBC One comedy series starring Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones.
Answer: True
*Bernard and the Genie* was a BBC One comedy series from 1991, featuring Talkback founders Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones in starring roles.
*The 11 O'Clock Show* aired from 1998-2000 on Channel 4 and featured Sacha Baron Cohen as Ali G.
Answer: True
The Channel 4 comedy series *The 11 O'Clock Show*, broadcast between 1998 and 2000, was a Talkback production renowned for introducing Sacha Baron Cohen's iconic character, Ali G.
The quiz show *QI* has been produced by Talkback since 2003.
Answer: True
*QI*, the esteemed quiz show recognized for its intellectual discourse and wit, has been under the production of Talkback since 2003, with broadcasts spanning BBC Four, BBC Two, and BBC One.
Which of the following sketch comedy series was produced by Talkback?
Answer: Brass Eye
Among its notable contributions to sketch comedy, Talkback produced critically acclaimed series such as *Big Train*, *Brass Eye*, and *Smack the Pony*.
The Channel 4 comedy series *The 11 O'Clock Show*, recognized for Sacha Baron Cohen's portrayal of Ali G, aired during which period?
Answer: 1998-2000
The Channel 4 comedy series *The 11 O'Clock Show*, broadcast between 1998 and 2000, was a Talkback production renowned for introducing Sacha Baron Cohen's iconic character, Ali G.
Which long-running music panel show, a Talkback production, transitioned from BBC Two to Sky Max?
Answer: Never Mind the Buzzcocks
The enduring music panel show *Never Mind the Buzzcocks*, a Talkback production, commenced its broadcast on BBC Two before subsequently migrating to Sky Max.
Which of the following BBC Two comedy series, produced by Talkback, was recognized for its surreal humor?
Answer: Big Train
The BBC Two comedy series *Big Train*, which ran from 1998 to 2002, was a Talkback production celebrated for its surreal comedic style. It originated from the same creative collective responsible for *The Day Today*.
Steve Coogan starred as Alan Partridge in which Talkback-produced BBC Two series?
Answer: Knowing Me, Knowing You... with Alan Partridge
While *I'm Alan Partridge* was a Talkback production starring Steve Coogan as Alan Partridge, the character's first appearance was in *The Day Today* (1994) and *Knowing Me, Knowing You... with Alan Partridge* (1996-1997), which also predates *I'm Alan Partridge* (1997-2002).
Which comedy series, featuring the character Ali G, was produced by Talkback for Channel 4 and subsequently aired on HBO?
Answer: Da Ali G Show
*Da Ali G Show*, a seminal comedy series centered on the character Ali G, was produced by Talkback for Channel 4 and later achieved international broadcast on HBO in the United States.
Which of the following was a Talkback production recognized for its controversial satirical news format?
Answer: Brass Eye
Talkback was responsible for the production of *Brass Eye*, a Channel 4 satirical news program that achieved notoriety due to its controversial subject matter and distinctive format.
Which Channel 4 sketch comedy series, a Talkback production, ran from 1999 to 2003?
Answer: Smack the Pony
*Smack the Pony*, a distinctive sketch comedy series produced by Talkback for Channel 4, aired between 1999 and 2003, earning recognition for its unique style and dark comedic sensibilities.
The BBC Two comedy series *Alas Smith and Jones*, starring founders Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones, aired on which channel?
Answer: BBC Two
*Alas Smith and Jones*, a notable BBC Two comedy series, starred Talkback founders Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones and aired from 1991 to 1998.
Which 2005 Channel 4 comedy series, created by Charlie Brooker and produced by Talkback, offered a satire of the media industry?
Answer: Nathan Barley
*Nathan Barley*, a Channel 4 comedy series conceived by Charlie Brooker, was produced by Talkback in 2005, delivering a sharp satirical critique of the contemporary media landscape.
The BBC One drama miniseries *Gideon's Daughter* (2006) featured which actress?
Answer: Olivia Colman
*Gideon's Daughter*, a BBC One drama miniseries produced by Talkback in 2006, featured the notable performance of Olivia Colman.
Which Talkback-produced BBC Two comedy series from 2004-2007, set in a hospital, starred Stephen Mangan and Tamsin Greig?
Answer: Green Wing
*Green Wing*, a surreal comedy series set within a hospital environment, was produced by Talkback for BBC Two between 2004 and 2007, featuring performances by Stephen Mangan and Tamsin Greig.
The quiz show *QI*, produced by Talkback, has aired on which combination of BBC channels?
Answer: BBC One, BBC Two, and BBC Four
*QI*, the esteemed quiz show recognized for its intellectual discourse and wit, has been under the production of Talkback since 2003, with broadcasts spanning BBC Four, BBC Two, and BBC One.
What was the original title of the 2002 Channel 4 comedy series produced by Talkback?
Answer: Shoreditch Twat
*Shoreditch Twat*, a Channel 4 comedy series produced by Talkback in 2002, was created by Peter Serafinowicz.
Which BBC One sports comedy panel show, running from 1995 to 2006, was a Talkback production?
Answer: They Think It's All Over
*They Think It's All Over*, a prominent sports comedy panel show, was produced by Talkback for BBC One during the period of 1995 to 2006.
Which Channel 4 comedy series from 2001, created by Armando Iannucci, focused on political satire?
Answer: The Armando Iannucci Shows
*The Armando Iannucci Shows*, a Channel 4 comedy series produced by Talkback in 2001, critically examined political satire.
Which of the following is a Talkback production, identified as a Channel 4 comedy series, known for its surreal and disturbing content?
Answer: Gash
*Gash*, a Channel 4 comedy series produced by Talkback in 2003, was created by Chris Morris and gained recognition for its profoundly surreal and often disturbing thematic elements.
Which BBC Two comedy series from 1999, starring Mackenzie Crook and David Mitchell, followed the lives of three friends in the media?
Answer: Hippies
*Hippies*, a BBC Two comedy series produced by Talkback in 1999, starred Mackenzie Crook and David Mitchell, centering on the lives of three friends employed within the media sector.
Which ITV series, hosted by Graham Norton and produced by Talkback, aired between 2013 and 2019?
Answer: Through the Keyhole
*Through the Keyhole*, a widely recognized ITV series hosted by Graham Norton, was a Talkback production airing from 2013 to 2019.
What is the name of the BBC One drama miniseries from 2006, produced by Talkback, which featured Olivia Colman?
Answer: Gideon's Daughter
*Gideon's Daughter*, a BBC One drama miniseries produced by Talkback in 2006, featured the notable performance of Olivia Colman.
The original iteration of Talkback Productions ceased operations on June 9, 2006.
Answer: True
The initial operational phase of Talkback Productions concluded on June 9, 2006.
The relaunched iteration of Talkback Productions is scheduled for cessation of operations on January 1, 2025.
Answer: True
The initial operational phase of Talkback Productions concluded on June 9, 2006. The entity relaunched on January 1, 2012, and is projected to cease operations on January 1, 2025.
What is the stated date for the cessation of operations for the relaunched version of Talkback Productions?
Answer: January 1, 2025
The relaunched iteration of Talkback Productions is scheduled for cessation of operations on January 1, 2025.
The original iteration of Talkback Productions ceased operations on:
Answer: June 9, 2006
The initial operational phase of Talkback Productions concluded on June 9, 2006.
Talkback Productions is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
Answer: False
Talkback Productions is headquartered in London, England, not Dublin, Ireland.
In which city is Talkback Productions headquartered?
Answer: London, England
The principal headquarters of Talkback Productions are situated in London, England.