Viewers Criticize BBC's Mastermind for Being 'Dumbed Down'

Controversy Over Question Difficulty

Viewers of the latest episode of Mastermind on BBC Two have criticized the show, questioning if it has been 'dumbed down'. Host Clive Myrie grilled contestants with specialist questions, but some viewers felt that the questions were unfair. Fans took to social media to express their concerns about the perceived decline in the show's standards.

A Tradition of Tough Questions

Mastermind, which began in 1971, is known for its challenging questions. Inspired by the creator's experience of interrogation during World War II, the show requires contestants to answer questions in a specialist subject and a general knowledge round. However, recent episodes have sparked debate among viewers over the difficulty level of the questions.

Viewer Reactions

Viewers pointed out that some questions were deemed 'too easy', with one fan comparing them to Junior Mastermind standards. Concerns were also raised about the length of questions, with some contestants facing significantly longer queries than others. Fans took to social media to share their disappointment with the perceived disparity in question difficulty.

Continuing Debate

This is not the first time that viewers have questioned whether Mastermind is 'dumbing down'. The show continues to attract a loyal following, but recent episodes have stirred controversy among fans. Tune in to Mastermind on BBC Two on Mondays at 7.30pm to join the debate.