Geeks Who Drink

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  • 2015
  • 1 Season
  • 7.1  (226)

Geeks Who Drink is a trivia game show produced by Syfy, which premiered on July 16, 2015. The show is hosted by actor Zachary Levi and features two teams of three players each competing against each other in a pub quiz-style format. The show features celebrity team captains who select their own team members from the audience before competing in several rounds of bar trivia. The show is named after the Geeks Who Drink pub trivia organization, which began in Denver in 2006 and has since grown to include over 600 weekly events across the United States. The organization’s pub quizzes are well-known for their trivia questions which range from pop culture to history to science to music and beyond. Each episode of Geeks Who Drink consists of three rounds of trivia questions, with each round focusing on a different theme. The themes range from general knowledge to specific topics like “Star Wars” or “The Lord of the Rings”. The questions are asked by a quizmaster, who appears on a video screen, and the teams have 30 seconds to write down their answers on a chalkboard before revealing them to the audience. In addition to the standard trivia rounds, the show also features several fun segments, including a “Why is this a thing?” round in which the teams must guess the purpose of strange inventions, and a “Paparazzi Lightning Round” in which players must identify celebrities from blurry paparazzi photos. The celebrity team captains on Geeks Who Drink include several recognizable faces from film and television. These include actor Dominic Monaghan (best known for his roles in “Lost” and “Lord of the Rings”), actor Harold Perrineau (best known for his roles in “Lost” and “Oz”), and “Nerdist” podcast host Chris Hardwick. Overall, Geeks Who Drink is a fun, entertaining show that is sure to appeal to trivia buffs and pop culture enthusiasts alike. The production values are high, the questions are challenging and varied, and the celebrity team captains bring a sense of humor and camaraderie to the proceedings. Whether you’re looking to test your own knowledge or just enjoy watching other people compete, Geeks Who Drink is a great choice.

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Retta vs. Robert Buckley
12. Retta vs. Robert Buckley
October 1, 2015
Host Zachary Levi invites actress, comedienne Retta (Parks and Recreation) and her team Menace 2 Sobriety to battle against leading man Robert Buckley (iZombie) and his team Frank-Einsteins in geek trivia, team challenges, and bar games.
Tricia Helfer vs. Kevin Weisman
11. Tricia Helfer vs. Kevin Weisman
September 24, 2015
Host Zachary Levi invites Tricia Helfer and her team, Battle Bar Galactica, to face off against Kevin Weisman and his team, Weapons of Mass Consumption, in a showdown of trivia knowledge, group challenges, and bar games.
Matthew Mccaull Vs. Andrew Daly
10. Matthew Mccaull Vs. Andrew Daly
September 17, 2015
Zachary Levi hosts Matthew MacCaull and his team, "Beer the Reaper," as they take on Andrew Daly and his team, "Monty Python & the Holy Ale," in nerdy trivia questions, group challenges, and bar games.
Harold Perrineau vs. Zachary Knighton
9. Harold Perrineau vs. Zachary Knighton
September 10, 2015
Zachary Levi hosts sci fi superstar Harold Perrineau and his team Les Quizerables, as they battle against funny man Zachary Knighton and his team Smartinis, in rounds of trivia, team challenges, and bar games.
Rob Kazinksy vs. Dominic Monaghan
8. Rob Kazinksy vs. Dominic Monaghan
September 3, 2015
Host Zachary Levi invites Rob Kazinsky and his team Cocktails & Screams to face off against Dominic Monaghan and his team Lost Island Iced Teas in a showdown of geek trivia, team challenges, and bar games.
Jonathan Sadowski vs. Lenny Jacobson
7. Jonathan Sadowski vs. Lenny Jacobson
August 27, 2015
Host Zachary Levi invites Jonathan Sadowski and his team "Light Sobers" to the bar to battle Lenny Jacobson and his team "Ale Storm" in brain busting trivia, team challenges, and bar games.
Grey Damon vs. Josh Brener
6. Grey Damon vs. Josh Brener
August 20, 2015
Host Zachary Levi welcomes Grey Damon and his team "Whiskey Business" and their opponents, Josh Brener with his team "Down & Nerdy," for a duel of trivia, team tasks, and bar games.
Felicia Day vs. Dexter Darden
5. Felicia Day vs. Dexter Darden
August 13, 2015
Host Zachary Levi brings together pal Felicia Day and her team "Beer Me Up, Scotty" to match wits against Dexter Darden and his team "Maze Rum Runners" in bar trivia battles, group challenges, and drinking games.
Mark Pellegrino vs. Brett Dalton
4. Mark Pellegrino vs. Brett Dalton
August 6, 2015
Host Zachary Levi brings Mark Pellegrino and his team "Barma Initiative" to the bar for a brainy showdown against Brett Dalton and his team "Make It A Double Agent." It's a night of games, smarts, skills, and shots.
John DiMaggio vs. David Giuntoli
3. John DiMaggio vs. David Giuntoli
July 30, 2015
The battle for geek supremacy rages on as host Zachary Levi welcomes team On A Bender, led by Futurama's John DiMaggio, to throw down against team Hot Pub Time Machine, led by Grimm's David Giuntoli, in a trivia game battle of epic proportions.
Justine vs. Alan Tudyk
2. Justine vs. Alan Tudyk
July 23, 2015
Zachary Levi invites YouTube superstar iJustine and her team Ewoking Dead to face off against geek legend and Firefly alum Alan Tudyk and his team Slurenity for a heart-pounding throwdown of geek trivia, challenges, and a shield storm.
Eric Christian Olsen vs. Scott Porter
1. Eric Christian Olsen vs. Scott Porter
July 16, 2015
In the series premiere, host Zachary Levi welcomes two teams of self-proclaimed geeks who will answer trivia ranging in topics from pop culture to science fiction.
Description

Geeks Who Drink is a trivia game show produced by Syfy, which premiered on July 16, 2015. The show is hosted by actor Zachary Levi and features two teams of three players each competing against each other in a pub quiz-style format. The show features celebrity team captains who select their own team members from the audience before competing in several rounds of bar trivia.

The show is named after the Geeks Who Drink pub trivia organization, which began in Denver in 2006 and has since grown to include over 600 weekly events across the United States. The organization’s pub quizzes are well-known for their trivia questions which range from pop culture to history to science to music and beyond.

Each episode of Geeks Who Drink consists of three rounds of trivia questions, with each round focusing on a different theme. The themes range from general knowledge to specific topics like “Star Wars” or “The Lord of the Rings”. The questions are asked by a quizmaster, who appears on a video screen, and the teams have 30 seconds to write down their answers on a chalkboard before revealing them to the audience.

In addition to the standard trivia rounds, the show also features several fun segments, including a “Why is this a thing?” round in which the teams must guess the purpose of strange inventions, and a “Paparazzi Lightning Round” in which players must identify celebrities from blurry paparazzi photos.

The celebrity team captains on Geeks Who Drink include several recognizable faces from film and television. These include actor Dominic Monaghan (best known for his roles in “Lost” and “Lord of the Rings”), actor Harold Perrineau (best known for his roles in “Lost” and “Oz”), and “Nerdist” podcast host Chris Hardwick.

Overall, Geeks Who Drink is a fun, entertaining show that is sure to appeal to trivia buffs and pop culture enthusiasts alike. The production values are high, the questions are challenging and varied, and the celebrity team captains bring a sense of humor and camaraderie to the proceedings. Whether you’re looking to test your own knowledge or just enjoy watching other people compete, Geeks Who Drink is a great choice.

Geeks Who Drink is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (12 episodes). The series first aired on July 16, 2015.

Where to Watch Geeks Who Drink

Geeks Who Drink is available for streaming on the Syfy website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Geeks Who Drink on demand at Google Play and Apple TV.

  • Premiere Date
    July 16, 2015
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (226)