Dave Re-Commissions Argumental

LONDON: A second season of 12 half-hour episodes of Argumental, a panel show that celebrates the art of the argument, has been re-commissioned by UKTV’s Dave.

Hosted by John Sergeant, the series features debates between team captains Rufus Hound and Marcus Brigstocke as well as high-profile guests. The show will begin with a classic debate round, and teams will move on to a visual aids round and an alternative "flip-flop" round, where contestants argue against themselves, changing their stance every time the bell sounds. The series also features a celebrity round, where topical issues are explored.

Argumental begins filming its second season in February for a March premiere. It will be executive produced by Tiger Aspect’s Clive Tulloh and Gary Chippington alongside UKTV’s director of commissioning, Lisa Perrin.

Perrin commented, "Argumental is a sharp-witted original format that resonated with the Dave audience. What could be more compelling than watching high profile comedians pit their wits against each other in front of a studio audience to prove they’ve got what it takes to become the master of witty banter?"

Chippington added, "It is great to be working with John, Rufus, Marcus and the team again on Argumental, a series which succeeds in keeping everyone—most importantly the viewers at home—entertained, amused and challenged thanks to its unique combination of wit, banter and good, old-fashioned squabbling."