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Countdown had an episode air on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 2:10pm. Series 94, Episode 71 titled "Episode 71" was broadcast on Channel 4.

Colin Murray, Rachel Riley and Susie Dent host, with Maggie Aderin in Dictionary Corner, as contestants race against the clock to pit their wits against words and numbers.

Programme Information

Channel: Channel 4
Status: Running
Genre(s): Drama
Runtime: 50 minutes
Rating: 6.6/10
Official Site: Countdown

Main Cast

Susie Dent as Susie Dent
Carol Vorderman as Carol Vorderman
Rachel Riley as Rachel Riley
Richard Whiteley as Host
Nick Hewer as Host
Colin Murray as Host
Jeff Stelling as Host
Cathy Hytner as Cathy Hytner

Episode Details

Series: 94
Episode: 71
Episode Title: Episode 71
Air Date: Monday, October 5, 2026
Air Time: 2:10pm
Runtime: 50 minutes

Previous Episode

S94E70: Episode 70
Aired: Friday, October 2, 2026

Colin Murray, Rachel Riley and Susie Dent host, with Lee McKenzie in Dictionary Corner, as contestants race against the clock to pit their wits against words and numbers.

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