The tension was palpable, the absurdity dialed up to eleven. After weeks of brilliantly bizarre challenges, the 20th season of Taskmaster reached its thrilling conclusion, culminating in a victory unlike any other in the show’s history.
Five comedians – Ania Magliano, Maisie Adam, Phil Ellis, Reece Shearsmith, and Sanjeev Bhaskar – battled it out, their every move scrutinized by the unflinching Greg Davies and the ever-observant Alex Horne. This wasn’t just about completing tasks; it was about navigating a landscape of cunning, creativity, and utter chaos.
This season delivered moments destined for Taskmaster legend. Sanjeev’s…unique relationship with urine became a running gag, while others found themselves lost in the frustrating loops of a snakes and ladders game. Ania even playfully claimed parentage with the Taskmaster himself, adding a layer of delightful absurdity.
The finale saw the comedians embracing the spirit of swashbuckling adventure, dressing as pirates and facing a series of challenges designed to test their skill and composure. Making identical drinks proved deceptively difficult, and a final, gut-wrenching twist involved drinking apple juice without touching the mug.
What followed was unprecedented. The final scores landed in a stunning three-way tie between Maisie, Phil, and Ania. A tiebreak was needed, a moment of intense pressure that would decide the fate of the coveted Taskmaster trophy.
The tiebreak question was deceptively simple: how many letter Ts are in the portrait of Greg Davies and Alex Horne in the living room? The room held its breath as each contestant submitted their guess, the weight of the competition hanging in the air.
Maisie Adam emerged victorious, her guess of five Ts just edging out the competition (the correct answer was four). Reece Shearsmith finished a close second with 148 points, and Sanjeev Bhaskar rounded out the top five with a respectable 143.
Fans erupted online, praising the season’s energy and the perfect balance of personalities. Viewers celebrated the cast’s dynamic, noting the blend of fierce competitors and those simply there to enjoy the ride and playfully disrupt the proceedings.
The excitement doesn’t end here. A two-episode Taskmaster New Year Treat is on the horizon, featuring a new lineup of celebrities: TV Chef Big Zuu, football legend Jill Scott MBE, actress Rose Ayling-Ellis MBE, Eurovision star Sam Ryder, and Countdown icon Susie Dent.
This season proved that Taskmaster continues to evolve, captivating audiences with its unique blend of humor, ingenuity, and sheer, unadulterated silliness. It was a season to remember, a testament to the enduring appeal of a show that dares to be different.
