| Episode | Air Date | Guest Highlights | Why It Stands Out | |---------|----------|------------------|-------------------| | | 6 Oct 2025 | Benedict Cumberbatch, Dua Lipa, Maya Ruth , & David Attenborough (via pre‑recorded segment) | A star‑studded opener that mixes Hollywood, music, and a heartfelt tribute from Attenborough on the show’s impact on nature programming. | | 5 – “Comedy Legends” | 3 Nov 2025 | Ricky Gervais, Sarah Millican, James Corden | Classic Graham–Ricky banter returns, plus a surprise “improv battle” between Millican and Corden that had the studio in stitches. | | 12 – “Women in Film” | 8 Dec 2025 | Greta Gerwig, Lupita Nyong’o, Florence Pugh | A powerful round‑table about representation; the episode also introduced a new segment where guests pitch an imaginary film idea. | | 17 – “Royal Watch” | 12 Jan 2026 | Prince William (via video message), Emma Watson, Sir Benedict Cumberbatch | Unique because it combined a royal endorsement with a discussion about mental health advocacy. | | 23 – “LGBTQ+ Pride Special” | 23 Feb 2026 | Lil Nas X, Sam Smith, Jodie Whittaker | The “Secret Talent Show” featured Lil Nas X doing a flawless magic trick, and the episode raised funds for UK LGBTQ+ charities. | | 28 – “Musical Mash‑Up” | 6 Apr 2026 | BTS (pre‑recorded), Adele, Stormzy | An unprecedented collaboration: Adele and Stormzy performed a surprise duet of “Rolling in the Deep” with a BTS‑styled dance break. | | 31 – “Comedy Legends Revisited” | 27 Apr 2026 | John Cleese, Miranda Hart, Romesh Ranga | A nostalgic look back at classic Graham skits, plus a live recreation of the “Bunny Boiler” game. | | 35 – “Sci‑Fi Spectacular” | 15 Jun 2026 | Chris Hemsworth, Zendaya (as a “Marvel” cameo), Sir David Attenborough | The set was transformed into a futuristic “space lounge” and featured a tongue‑in‑cheek “Alien Q&A” segment. | | 40 – “Christmas Spectacular” | 24 Sep 2026 | Tom Hanks, Lady Gaga, Elton John | A heart‑warming finale with a surprise live performance of “All‑You‑Need‑Is‑Love” and a charitable auction of show memorabilia. |