Would I Lie To You? Season 11 Episode 1 Episode 1

In the first episode of season 11 of "Would I Lie To You?", the British comedy panel show returns with another round of hilarious lies and unbelievable truths from celebrity guests. Hosted by Rob Brydon, the show sees two teams composed of two celebrities and a guest captain go head to head in a game that tests their ability to distinguish fact from fiction.

The first team is led by comedian Jonathan Ross, with actor and writer David Mitchell by his side. Their guest for the evening is Parklife and Olympic commentator, Danny Baker. The opposing team is led by actress and writer Victoria Coren Mitchell, joined by comedian and actor Rhod Gilbert. Their guest captain is award-winning actor and comedian Kevin Bridges.

As always, the guests are presented with a series of bizarre and implausible stories, some of which are true, and some of which are complete lies. The aim of the game is to determine which are which by questioning the opposing team and scrutinizing the anecdotes for any inconsistencies or roundabout logic.

The show starts with Danny Baker telling a remarkable story about an encounter he had with a group of baboons while filming a nature documentary in Africa. Victoria Coren Mitchell's team are understandably skeptical, but Baker is an enthusiastic storyteller, and his tale is so vivid and memorable that it leaves everyone second-guessing themselves.

Jonathan Ross then delights the audience with a bizarre anecdote about taking Bob Dylan shopping in London, but the story seems too far-fetched for anyone to believe. David Mitchell provides a more subdued tale about having a surprise encounter with Jeremy Corbyn while out jogging.

Next up is Rhod Gilbert, who tells an outrageous tale about getting lost in a maze while on holiday in France, only to be rescued by a troupe of clowns. Kevin Bridges offers a more down-to-earth tale about hitchhiking to a golf course with a comedian he had just met, only to find out that he was being invited to play with none other than Dean Martin.

Throughout the show, the teams take turns to try to bluff their way out of tricky questions, to convince their opponents that their stories are true, and to convince their teammates that their opponents are lying. The result is an extremely funny and engaging game that keeps the audience guessing until the final reveal.

As usual, there are also plenty of witty asides and playful banter between the contestants, with Rob Brydon acting as the perfect foil for the comedians to showcase their quick wit and improvisational skills. The show is a perfect example of the best of British comedy, with a combination of clever writing, sharp delivery, and surreal humor that never fails to entertain.

Overall, the first episode of season 11 of "Would I Lie To You?" is a hilarious and entertaining start to the season, with an all-star cast of celebrity guests that never takes itself too seriously. The show is a must-see for anyone who loves comedy, and provides an entertaining and engaging format that is sure to keep the audience guessing, and laughing, until the very end.