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Pointless

6.5200936 seasonsNRTV SeriesReality

Quiz in which contestants try to score as few points as possible by plumbing the depths of their general knowledge to come up with the answers no-one else can think of.

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Seasons & Episodes

Next episode
S36 E12 · Episode 12
Airs Monday, October 5, 2026
E1
Episode 1
Sep 18, 2026 5.0
E2
Episode 2
Sep 21, 2026 5.0
E3
Episode 3
Sep 22, 2026 5.0
E4
Episode 4
Sep 23, 2026 5.0
E5
Episode 5
Sep 24, 2026 5.0
E6
Episode 6
Sep 25, 2026 5.0
E7
Episode 7
Sep 28, 2026 5.0
E8
Episode 8
Sep 29, 2026 5.0
E9
Episode 9
Sep 30, 2026 5.0
E10
Episode 10
Oct 1, 2026 5.0
E11
Episode 11
Oct 2, 2026 5.0
E12
Episode 12
Oct 5, 2026
E13
Episode 13
Oct 6, 2026
E14
Episode 14
Oct 7, 2026
E15
Episode 15
Oct 8, 2026

Cast

AAAlexander Armstrong
Alexander Armstrong
Self - Presenter

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Pointless — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Pointless?

Pointless is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox and BritBox in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Pointless on Netflix?

No, Pointless is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Britbox.

Is Pointless on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Pointless is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Pointless for free?

Pointless is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and Amazon Prime Video Free in United States.

How many seasons does Pointless have?

Pointless has 36 seasons so far. Season 36 is currently airing.

When is the next episode of Pointless?

The next episode of Pointless — "Episode 12" (Season 36, Episode 12) — airs on Monday, October 5, 2026.

Are all episodes of Pointless out yet?

Not yet — Season 36 of Pointless is still airing. The next episode (E12) releases on Monday, October 5, 2026.

Are all episodes of Series 36 of Pointless out yet?

Not yet — 11 of 15 episodes of Series 36 have been released so far. New episodes air weekly; episode 12 arrives Monday, October 5, 2026, and the season finale is set for Thursday, October 8, 2026. If you're waiting to binge, the full season won't be complete until then.

Is there a Season 37 of Pointless?

A Season 37 of Pointless hasn't been officially confirmed yet.