Episode 9: I’ve been a bit ill

Episode synopsis

In this episode the contestants must bring in the best form of protection, get a ball into a bin with the most bounces, make a delicious dust meal, complete tasks as one person, and stack plates and bowls on their heads.

Title context

'I’ve been a bit ill' was Joe Thomas' excuse for walking so gingerly, in the 'Make yourselves look like one person' task.

Alternate Titles

• On Denmark's TV2 Play streaming platform, this episode is titled 'Jeg har været lidt syg', which translates as 'I've been a bit ill'.
• On Finland's MTV Katsomo streaming platform, this episode is titled 'Olen ollut vähän kipeänä', which translates as 'I've been a bit ill'. [Translator credit: zador]
• On Norway's Discovery+ Norge streaming platform, this episode is titled 'Jeg har vært litt syk', which translates as 'I've been a bit ill'. Note: this Norwegian translation of the title only appears in the subtitles for the episode, whereas the episode title listed on the platform is the original English title. [Translator credit: Jan Harald]

Assistant Intro

And, he's here beside me, and I can tell because of the heavy breathing and the wet noises... It's... little Alex Horne!

Taskmaster's Sign-off

So, what have we learned today? We've learned that as a species it's about time we started being more responsible in our lives. So, the next time you take out a rubbish bag, just pause for a second and double-check, because you never know when there is a wild Paul Sinha lurking inside. Let's all cheer again for tonight's winner - Lou Sanders! It's the final next. That's exciting. We'll see you there!