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Is The Waiting Game coming back?

The Waiting Game (2001–2002) on BBC One

The answer: Concluded June 15, 2002.
The Waiting Game poster
Network / streamer
BBC One
Premiered
November 17, 2001
Ended
June 15, 2002
Runtime
~45 min per episode
2seasons

About The Waiting Game

The Waiting Game ended on June 15, 2002, on BBC One. The show concluded after its second season, which aired its final episode on that date.

The Waiting Game was a game show where teams competed in timed trivia challenges that tested patience and strategy. Hosted by Ruby Wax, the show involved contestants deciding when to buzz in during questions, balancing the potential reward of waiting against the risk of losing points. It combined elements of quick thinking, teamwork, and judgment, making patience a key part of the gameplay.

Ruby Wax was the host of the series. Each episode had a runtime of approximately 45 minutes.

The Waiting Game cast

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