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Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

19887.710 Seasons136 EpisodesEnded

Overview

An un-scripted comedy show in which four guest performers improvise their way through a series of games, many of which rely on audience suggestions.

Created by Dan Patterson
Written by Dan Patterson
Produced by Dan Patterson
NetworksChannel 4

Top Cast

Clive Anderson

Clive Anderson

Self - Host

Themes & Keywords

game showimprovisationimprovised

About Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Whose Line Is It Anyway? is a comedy series that first aired in 1988 exploring themes of game show, improvisation, improvised. Created by Dan Patterson, it stars Clive Anderson. An un-scripted comedy show in which four guest performers improvise their way through a series of games, many of which rely on audience suggestions.

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