Fans of the popular quiz show *The 1% Club* expressed their frustration during the debut of its spin-off, *The 1% Club Rollover*, which aired on December 8, 2023. Viewers took to social media to voice their concerns over what many described as the “easiest final question yet.” The show, hosted by comedian Lee Mack, kicked off a five-day prime-time special that retains the original format while introducing new twists to the gameplay.
The central premise of *The 1% Club Rollover* mirrors that of its predecessor, allowing unclaimed prize money to carry over to subsequent episodes. As the week progresses, the potential jackpot could reach an impressive £500,000 by the final show. A significant change in format allows contestants who reach the 1% question to automatically return the following day, giving them another opportunity to claim the jackpot and potentially double or triple their earnings.
Despite the excitement surrounding the new format, the initial episode saw a swift decline in the number of remaining contestants. After the 35% question, only 15 participants were left in the game, prompting a surprised reaction from Mack. He remarked, “We’ve only got 15 people left in the game and only five passes, which is very low at this stage.” This drop raised questions about the difficulty of the questions, as the premiere aimed to gauge how far contestants could advance.
Many ITV viewers echoed Mack’s surprise, taking to X (formerly Twitter) to share their disappointment with the perceived simplicity of the questions. One viewer expressed disbelief at the number of early eliminations, stating, “I can’t believe the amount of people out already,” while another added, “They’re dropping like flies.” Another participant commented, “This is too easy! How are all these people going out?” The sentiment was consistent among viewers, with some suggesting that the remaining contestants seemed less competitive than expected.
Contrasting opinions emerged as well, with some viewers arguing that the questions were actually challenging. One user claimed, “This is so much harder. It’s like they’re purposely making it roll over to £500,000 because what’s the point of the show otherwise.” This division among viewers highlights the subjective nature of quiz shows and the varying perceptions of difficulty.
In a standout moment during the episode, only one contestant, Chris, managed to answer the 1% question without using his pass throughout the show. He chose to take home £10,000, which allows him to return for another chance at the rollover jackpot. As the 1% question appeared on screen, several viewers noted its simplicity, leading one to comment, “That 1% question was too easy! Got it straight away!”
*The 1% Club Rollover* is set to continue airing daily at 21:00 on ITV1 and ITVX throughout the week, promising more excitement and opportunities for contestants to test their knowledge and compete for significant prizes. As the series progresses, fans will be watching closely to see how the dynamics of the game evolve and whether the questions will become more challenging in future episodes.
