Taskmaster NZ

E1

1. Gluten Free

21 Oct 2020 · 45m

In the very first episode of Taskmaster NZ we watch Brynley Stent touch bread and regret it instantly. Guy Williams debates whether or not a cocktail is a cocktail without alcohol and we find out who makes the best sculpture.

E2

2. A Political Hotcake

28 Oct 2020 · 45m

We find out which comedian is the most musically talented, we watch Guy Williams put the crew in danger and we find out who can draw the best map of New Zealand... using a breakfast spread.

E3

3. D.A.P.

4 Nov 2020 · 45m

Our Taskmaster plays charades, Angella Dravid makes Paul Williams very uncomfortable, and it's the first team task of the series.

E4

4. I'm Queer, I'm Here

11 Nov 2020 · 45m

Our comedians are put behind the camera for a hilarious team task, Leigh Hart struggles to work a blender, and Brynley Stent's true feelings come out.

E5

5. Unhealth Must Be Dead

18 Nov 2020 · 45m

This week our comedians get inventive with eggs, compete for family heirlooms, and Angella Dravid awkwardly puts up an easel.

E6

6. The Problem Is Me

25 Nov 2020 · 45m

This week we see Madeleine Sami use the magical power of her mind, our teams get soup-y, and Paul Williams leaves.

E7

7. An Intervention

2 Dec 2020 · 45m

We find out how good Paul is at hiding, Guy Williams' frustration proves to be expensive, and we discover what the UK Taskmaster, Greg Davies, thinks of Jeremy.

E8

8. Sweaty Socks and Depression

9 Dec 2020 · 45m

This time, no one wants to take a call from Leigh Hart, and all the comedians struggle to send just one text.

E9

9. Astro Blasters

16 Dec 2020 · 45m

Guy Williams gets tricked and isn't happy about it, Paul Williams goes to an amusement park, and we debate what constitutes a sausage.

E10

10. My Uncle John

23 Dec 2020 · 45m

Season Finale: We find out who gets to take home Jeremy's big gold head!

E1

1. Flight Of Fantasy

7 Jul 2021 · 45m

Taskmaster Jeremy Wells returns with sidekick Paul Williams as he sets bizarre tasks for comedians Urzila Carlson, Laura Daniel, Matt Heath, Guy Montgomery and David Correos.

E2

2. Heat Stroke

14 Jul 2021 · 45m

Urzila Carlson smashes a bottle of sunscreen, Guy Montgomery attempts to make a brussel sprout float in the sky, and we find out who can best change a room in complete darkness.

E3

3. At Your Service

21 Jul 2021 · 45m

A brand-new version of hopscotch is invented, a building task reveals this season's teams, and Matt Heath sneaks into Jeremy's bedroom.

E4

4. Unbung

28 Jul 2021 · 45m

Paul Williams has a problem with Swiss balls, our comedians get festive with a brand new song, David Correos defends the power of the red-eyed tree frog, and we see who can best trick Jeremy.

E5

5. Feel My Bean

4 Aug 2021 · 45m

Laura Daniel does her best to spill the beans, our comedians tell us where they’re from and why they’re happy about it, and we have Taskmaster New Zealand’s first-ever silent task.

E6

6. Eat Your Asses

11 Aug 2021 · 45m

The comedians debate what makes two things different, David Correos showcases his rapping skills, and we get a first-hand look at what a presidential Zoom call would be like.

E7

7. Completing the Set

18 Aug 2021 · 45m

The contestants bring in their best bargains and must construct the least appropriate wedding cake possible within 45 minutes.

E8

8. Judgement Day

25 Aug 2021 · 45m

Our contestants are inducing all kinds of nostalgia, while also attempting to travel through time. We learn who's best at stacking onions, and sabotage is afoot in our team task.

E9

9. Bing Bang Schlong

1 Sep 2021 · 45m

In our penultimate episode, our teams attempt to pull off the ultimate heist from right under Paul's nose. We're treated to romance, fashion, and orienteering, all to be judged by the Taskmaster.

E10

10. A Good Time, Not a Fast Time

8 Sep 2021 · 45m

We put the camera in our contestants' hands, as well as learn something through the medium of puppets. One contestant is pushed to the brink, and we crown our season 2 winner!

E1

1. F**k Golf

6 Jul 2022

Taskmaster NZ is back with Chris Parker, Josh Thomson, Justine Smith, Kura Forrester and Paul Ego joining Jeremy Wells and his loyal assistant Paul Williams for another season of tasks.

E2

2. Sauce Tits

13 Jul 2022

Our second episode reveals this season's teams with a task involving a large ball and a cow. We see our comedians delight all five senses, and Paul Ego makes a dramatic exit from the shed.

E3

3. Mexican Lasagna

20 Jul 2022

This episode sees Jeremy Wells getting scared, some questionable flags being created, and Chris Parker hanging out the washing.

E4

4. Herbs & Spices

27 Jul 2022

Tonight finally settles the debate of who is the smartest comedian, Justine Smith searches for a duck, and our teams go for a drive.

E5

5. The Prime Minister Thanks You

3 Aug 2022

It's the halfway point of the season, and our comedians all set out to create history. Water gets thrown, terrible investments are shown, and Josh Thomson tries not to touch a cow.

E6

6. Sweet Navel Orange

10 Aug 2022

Paul Williams jumps behind the camera for episode six. Kura Forrester becomes a superhero and the comedians' superstitions are put to the test.

E7

7. Butt Heavy

17 Aug 2022

Tonight's episode shows who's the most generous, who's the most enchanting, and who's the most observant. Plus, a star of season 2 returns - see if you can spot him.

E8

8. Best Friends

24 Aug 2022

The caravan is covered in tasks, we see five things the Taskmaster has never seen, and Chris Parker makes a new best friend.

E9

9. Well Alright!

31 Aug 2022

It's our penultimate episode and the scores could not be closer. Tonight, brand new breakfast staples are made, everyone becomes one with nature, and Paul Williams gets fooled.

E10

10. Wet Ass Cutlery

7 Sep 2022

It's neck and neck between two comedians competing for the Taskmaster's golden head. Who can trick-or-treat their way to the trophy?

E1

1. A Love Bomb

14 Aug 2023

Taskmaster NZ is back for its fourth season with Dai Henwood, Melanie Bracewell, Bubbah, Karen O’Leary and Ray O’Leary all competing for a golden statue of Jeremy Wells’ head.

E2

2. I'm a Therapist, Not a Greengrocer

15 Aug 2023

Our second episode features the first team task of the season that has Dai Henwood watching a toaster intently, a bowl of glitter breaks Bubbah, and the contestants get a chance to be Paul Williams.

E3

3. Everyone Is Just a Teal Dress

21 Aug 2023

Ray O’Leary secedes from New Zealand in our third episode creating his very own “Ray-public”, while Melanie Bracwell directs and stars in the next great horror film about an evil gorilla bookend.

E4

4. More Licky Licky

22 Aug 2023

Karen O’Leary makes a bet that relies on Paul Williams having a small mouth, while our teams attempt to teach Jeremy Wells about important historical events that they know nothing about.

E5

5. Your Hand Can Do A Better Job

28 Aug 2023

We’re halfway through season four and we’re celebrating with five weddings. Our comedians attempt to do their best impressions of one another, and we learn Jeremy’s opinions on some hot topics.

E6

6. There Had To Be Blood

29 Aug 2023

The comedians show off their most braggable items, Ray and Mel establish a new form of communication and last episode’s marriages all come to an unhappy end.

E7

7. A Pretty Skux Cartwheel

4 Sep 2023

Episode 7 is full of magic and wonder with our cast attempting dazzling illusions. It’s a battle of paddles as Karen tries to win a point against Paul, and we get to see Dai Henwood at his coolest.

E8

8. Steroids And Cigarettes

5 Sep 2023

The combination of office chairs and basketball is introduced in the eighth episode. The comedians are asked to prove their winners, and create a podcast about something vaguely interesting.

E9

9. Truffle Pig

11 Sep 2023

The penultimate episode of season 4 has Dai Henwood singing with himself, while Karen O’Leary launches herself from a slingshot and Bubbah attempts to complete as many tasks as possible.

E10

10. Where is Scorpio?

12 Sep 2023

Season Finale: The series points couldn’t be closer! Tonight we will learn who will be crowned the season 4 champion and earn the right to take home a golden copy of Jeremy Wells' head.

E1

1. A Long Denouement

6 Aug 2024 · 47m

Taskmaster NZ is back for season 5 with Abby Howells, Ben Hurley, Hayley Sproull, Tofiga Fepulea'i and Tom Sainsbury all competing for a golden statue of Jeremy Wells’ head.

E2

2. Slightly Sucked Pasta

7 Aug 2024 · 44m

Our second episode features a team task with a secret twist, we learn about the best moment of Hayley Sproull’s life, and Ben Hurley has one of the greatest athletic moments in Taskmaster history.

E3

3. The Lamp Left Me On Read

13 Aug 2024 · 45m

Tom Sainsbury devises a new way of eating marshmallows involving binoculars, Hayley Sproull has a meltdown over a lamp, and we see five movie trailers about a trailer

E4

4. Having a Flare-Up

14 Aug 2024 · 45m

Episode four sees Tofiga Fepulea'i do “his favourite task”, the teams attempt to do impressions and build towers, while Ben Hurley teaches Paul how to remember every New Zealand prime minister.

E5

5. A Marvellous Tool

20 Aug 2024 · 47m

It’s halfway through the season and we’re celebrating by catapulting eggs. The cast celebrate the new year and stick to their resolutions, while Ben lives life to the fullest with a frisbee.

E6

6. The One Where Rachel Dies In Childbirth

21 Aug 2024 · 45m

The cast are asked to get on the same wavelength as Paul when it comes to fashion, we get to see five brand new biopics and there’s some trickery afoot with a complicated pirates map and tape player

E7

7. Sierra Echo Xylophone

27 Aug 2024 · 46m

Abby’s prize task leaves Jeremy Wells speechless, we see incredible things an incredible number of times, and Hayley attempts to finish a task months after it started

E8

8. A Genie Comes If You Rub It

28 Aug 2024 · 45m

It’s episode eight and the competition is getting close. Tom Sainsbury shows off his film making skills with a silent film, and the teams put on two very different corporate retreats

E9

9. An Absolute Pedant

3 Sep 2024 · 46m

The penultimate episode of season five sees an insight into Paul’s bedtime routine, we get to watch balls go in holes, artworks come to life, and the reason why Ben called Hayley mustard-hands.

E10

10. Oh Baby It's Elegance

4 Sep 2024 · 45m

It’s down to the wire to find our series 5 winner. We see 5 new countries and tourism videos created, witness the greatest ever rap song about the food pyramid and see who takes home the head! Season Finale

E1

1. It's Like Make a Wish

18 Aug 2025 · 46m

Taskmaster NZ is back for a new season. This time, Alice Snedden, Bree Tomasel, Jack Ansett, Jackie van Beek and Pax Assadi are all vying for the coveted gold trophy with a trip to space!

E2

2. Toxic Sexual Energy

19 Aug 2025 · 45m

The teams meet for the first time this series with some power-dynamic plays right from the get-go, and Alice hits a lowpoint in the hunt for cake.

E3

3. Get Out of My Box

25 Aug 2025 · 46m

Jackie’s breakup takes a dramatic turn when she puts her trust in Paul, Bree uncovers a clue, and the comedians make an attempt to improve a moment from their teen years.

E4

4. Who Knows Who I Am?

26 Aug 2025 · 45m

The teams stage a prison break, Jack takes a different approach to a climactic event, and the comedians create the most unique noises for the Taskmaster.

E5

5. Two Guys on a Mop

1 Sep 2025 · 45m

It’s halfway through the season and we’re celebrating by sparking some life into the national anthem, and witnessing the most successful moment in Taskmaster history, according to Jack.

E6

6. A Duck Archery Fanatic

2 Sep 2025 · 45m

Jackie shows off her incredible aim while Pax tortures Paul in his task attempt, and the comedians have to remember a boring story.

E7

7. Community Hip Hop

8 Sep 2025 · 44m

The comedians make a mess playing dominos, Pax takes on a difficult game of golf, and Alice and Bree attempt to dazzle senior citizens with technology.

E8

8. Hoisted on a Petard

9 Sep 2025 · 46m

It's episode eight and the comedians show off their party tricks, play a numbers game and compete in a classic tower building task.

E9

9. Comfortable in Your Own Skin

15 Sep 2025 · 45m

The penultimate episode of season 6 sees Jack get it just right, a carefully crafted musical of five parts, and a quick call to some past contestants to help complete a task.

E10

10. Seen as Sneaky

16 Sep 2025 · 44m

We’re at the final episode and anyone could still win! Comedians must use the right materials to protect the pig, bump Paul with a boat, and fly the best paper plane.

E1

1. Stuck in a Dictator Train

14 Sep 2026 · 45m

Taskmaster NZ is back for a new season. This time Dave Fane, Hoani Hotene, Morgana O'Reilly, Rhys Mathewson and Rose Matafeo are duking it out for the win!

E2

2. And Then the Palagi's Got Involved

15 Sep 2026 · 46m

The first team task sees our teams keep a balloon aloft with some interesting tactics, Rose attempts the “most radical trick on NZ television “ and the comedians must do what the tapes are asking.

E3

3. Rodney

21 Sep 2026 · 47m

Morgana shows off her scaling skills, Dave takes flight and there’s been a murder on the Taskmaster Express when we visit our new Taskmaster location.

E4

4. The Jazz Hands

22 Sep 2026 · 46m

The teams interrogate Paul to discover his secret, then the comedians must interpret each other's Dream journals, before they must get a bird in the hand during a live task.

E5 New episode

5. Rhys Lightning

28 Sep 2026 · 46m

It’s halfway through the season, Comedians dunk and Dave just does the task, new traditions are formed and Rhys puts his body on the line for viral fame.

E6 New episode

6. A Fan of Bigotry

29 Sep 2026 · 45m

Teams dub over Scandinavian films which reveal some hilarious quotable moments. And a red flag task has Rose left running for her life in the paddock.

E7 New episode

7. That One Wasn't A Character

5 Oct 2026

Rhys reveals a long-game, teams open a 5 Star restaurant but have to deal with a very particular customer, and a moving still picture among cones proves more difficult than it looks.