British comedy duo Mitchell and Webb created their "The Quiz" sketch format years ago, depicting a dilapidated and miserable TV game show broadcast in the wake of an apocalyptic "event" that means you really should stay indoors. Prophetic!
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Mar 12, 2020
Post-apocalypse game show: "Hello, good evening, and remain indoors!"
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