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Mastermind | 6pm Weeknights on SBS Australia

Jennifer Byrne puts four contenders to the test in Australia’s toughest quiz show.

Braving the black chair

No matter who takes the iconic chair in the spotlight, the tension is always immense.

Guide

Meet the contenders getting a second shot at the ‘Mastermind’ title

Some of our top scoring runners-up step into the spotlight again for their second chance to take on the famous black chair.
22 Apr 2019 - 10:23am

The secrets of a TV game show question writer

Knowledge is power… especially knowledge of how the team puts together questions.
22 Apr 2019 - 10:31am

The definitive guide to 'Mastermind'

From banned special subjects to that black chair, this is everything you need to know about the iconic quiz show.
18 Apr 2019 - 2:40pm

The 'Mastermind’ magic mix: Four contestants, three minutes, a lot of nerves

SBS’s new quiz show continues a 47-year tradition of tense moments, obscure special subjects and THAT black chair.
9 Apr 2019 - 10:11am

'Mastermind' is bringing us spiders, Monty Python and a very excited Jennifer Byrne

Jennifer Byrne can barely contain her excitement at taking the 'Mastermind' helm.
9 Apr 2019 - 10:12am

Giggle with the greatest 'Mastermind' parodies

Many have tackled the iconic quiz show over the years.
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Join the audience of 'Mastermind'

The legendary game show is returning to our screens and here's your chance to have a ringside seat.
Join the studio audience of 'Mastermind'

Take a ringside seat as Quizmaster Jennifer Byrne tests contenders about their specialist subjects. 

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