Series 21 Plot
Like so many before them, Amy Gledhill, Armando Iannucci, Joanna Page, Joel Dommett and Kumail Nanjiani all believe that they can impress the Taskmaster. But only one will become the 21st champion.
Taskmaster Series 21 aired on April 9th, 2026.
Series 21 Episodes
1. Cube Is Good
Taskmaster's back! Amy Gledhill, Armando Iannucci, Joanna Page, Joel Dommett and Kumail Nanjiani leave all dignity at the door as they hunt for worms and feed Greg his five-a-day.
2. Leg Up, Johnny!
In a particularly active episode, Armando Iannucci performs a daring stunt, Kumail Nanjiani moves bowling pins with oven gloves, and Joanna Page unwisely attempts a handstand.
3. A Creepy Bit of Advice
Alex Horne treats the contestants to a song, but not everyone appreciates it. A grunting Kumail Nanjiani embraces Amy Gledhill and Joel Dommett while they quiz him about a horse.
4. Lou Reed and the Wombles
The normally infallible Alex Horne makes a rare, condiment-based error for which he will no doubt be punished by the seething Taskmaster. And Joanna Page smashes up a sheep.
5. I Corroborate
Armando Iannucci causes outrage with an ostrich. Joanna Page and Alex Horne have an intimate conversation about guinea pigs. Joel Dommett enjoys hours of fun with pots and pans.
6. An Even Bigger Spoon
Coconuts are doused in vinegar, glue and Alex Horne's hair. Kumail Nanjiani shows off his super-human jaw strength. And don't be alarmed, it's just Joanna Page screaming... again.
7. Putting Things on Things
Armando Iannucci and Joanna Page contemplate an alien invasion in the Taskmaster house. Joel Dommett enjoys putting things on things and Amy Gledhill performs sock-based stand-up.
8. I Don't Got Any
In an episode of unusual events, Joanna Page and Amy Gledhill put pineapples and balls of ice in unexpected places, while Kumail Nanjiani reveals his missing body part.
9. Maybe Someone Else Wrote Veep?
The end is nigh, and four contestants are still in the race to become champion... while Joel Dommett's just having a good time! Alex Horne slaps Armando Iannucci with a flip-flop.
10. Domestic Bumfluff
Amy Gledhill tears her hair out, Joel Dommett sniffs the contents of a vacuum and Kumail Nanjiani trims a cat. Once the dust, lint and fur have settled, our champion is crowned.
