Viewers of the popular ITV quiz show The 1% Club have united in a common grievance, taking to social media to voice their frustration within minutes of the latest episode starting.
What is The 1% Club?
Hosted by comedian Lee Mack, the programme pits 100 contestants against a series of logic and common sense-based questions. The difficulty escalates with each round, culminating in a final puzzle designed to be solved by only 1% of the population. The ultimate prize at stake is a substantial £100,000.
The Source of Viewer Frustration
The episode that aired on Saturday, 10 January 2026, featured several challenges that required close examination of images displayed on the studio screen. This format proved problematic for many watching at home, who struggled to make out the details in the allocated time.
One exasperated fan wrote online, expressing a wish for the producers to show a "more enlarged question up on the screen especially if it's a picture." They added, "Hard to see the questions sometimes. Up and down like a yoyo to get closer to screen."
The sentiment was widely echoed. "This is the only TV show where I need my glasses," stated a second viewer. A third confirmed their success in the game but noted the physical effort required: "I’m still in! I had to go right up to the TV to see though."
Where and When to Watch
Despite the complaints about visual clarity, the show remains a fixture in ITV's Saturday night lineup. The 1% Club continues to broadcast live at 8.30pm. For those who miss the initial airing or wish to catch up, all episodes are available to stream on-demand via the ITVX platform.
