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Wednesday Downtown

TV·2014–present·13 seasons, 468 episodes·TBS·Comedy·1h

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Everybody has theories that they personally cling blindly to regardless of proof or scientific validity. In this entertaining information program, a host of celebrities present their cases for pet theories to studio guests by any means be it academic argument or laughably “out there” logic. Can their theories gain acceptance? Or will they be discarded as pop science that only adds confusion to the world? Find out through exhaustive examination including on-location experiments!

Cast

Episodes by season

Season0125Episodes2014AiredSeason avg
  1. S01E01Wednesday's DowntownApril 23, 2014A new program that examines theories brought forward by celebrities. • The theory that all racewalkers are people who gave up in other sport
  2. S01E02Episode 2April 30, 2014The future of science fiction is too optimistic • It's dangerous to publish a book by a celebrity • The increase in the tax on cheap snacks
  3. S01E03Episode 3May 7, 2014The value of the humps in the humps of the humps-removing old man is all messed up • No one knows the story of Kintaro • A wave of complianc
  4. S01E04Episode 4May 21, 2014The theory that Ayase Haruka has the most beautiful skin in the entertainment industry • The theory that Katsumata Kazukazu has zero fans •
  5. S01E05EpisodeMay 28, 2014Judges are extremely good at laughing • Kusarigama are the weakest • Frogs hopping around...too difficult • A bear wakes up from hibernation
  6. S01E06Episode 6June 4, 2014Udo Suzuki is too nice and crazy • No one can write Katsumata Kazukazu's name in kanji • Bucket relay is actually inefficient • Falling into
  7. S01E07Episode 7June 11, 2014The gap between rich and poor is widening • The black person in the variety show slot will be Bobby for the next 10 years • Geta are the har
  8. S01E08Episode 8June 18, 2014he pronunciation of Kumamon is split into Kumamoto • The No. 1 sales comedian is Tetsu and Tomo • The lucky man is chosen when he has used u
  9. S01E09Episode 9July 9, 2014Hikaru Utada's singing is two heads above the rest • My feet stink less than anyone else's • Beat Takeshi is not serious about selling his d
  10. S01E10Episode 10July 16, 2014You'll regret it if you don't listen to the stories of 100-year-olds now • Croquette is the strongest staring contest theory • Even if you d
  11. S01E11Episode 11July 23, 2014Hiroshi Murofushi could have earned 10 billion if he hadn't been a hammer thrower • The younger comedians that popular comedians bring along
  12. S01E12Episode 12July 30, 2014Hiroshi Murofushi could have earned 10 billion if he hadn't been a hammer thrower • The younger comedians that popular comedians bring along
  13. S01E13Episode 13August 6, 2014The PL Gakuen baseball team is hell on earth • The blackboard eraser prank has a 0% success rate • The Romero Special is a theory that you w
  14. S01E14Episode 14August 13, 2014The academic ability of the Yutori generation is insane • Comedians in their early years end up in mysterious part-time jobs • What do you t
  15. S01E15Episode 15August 27, 2014Theory that TV's Volume 100 is unnecessary • Theory that a once in a decade talent appears at least once every decade • Theory that a chain
  16. S01E16Episode 16September 3, 2014The theory that a comedian's "funniest moment" is one that anyone can see is funny • The theory that there are no tone-deaf impersonators •
  17. S01E17Episode 17September 10, 2014The theory that there is no more mysterious sports rule than "If you grab the mawashi, you lose" • The theory that the first thing you want
  18. S01E18Episode 18October 22, 2014Mutsumi-so is the best deal in Tokyo • The twins' showdown ends in a draw • Zawachin is good at drawing portraits • The 2,000 yen note is on
  19. S01E19Episode 19October 29, 2014The theory that Yamada Louis 53rd is the No. 1 celebrity that gay men like • The theory that even if Katsumata Kazukazu's autobiography is p
  20. S01E20Episode 20November 5, 2014Manga-like theory: 0% success rate • Street vendors are frauds • No one will ever buy meat buns at a convenience store in Chinatown • AIBOs
  21. S01E21Episode 21November 12, 2014There are few scum worse than Yoshikazu Ebisu • The mother of Ungirls' Tanaka is the one who has the fewest NGs in the industry • The cheer
  22. S01E22Episode 22November 19, 2014The oldest active player in any industry, no one is more successful than Masa Yamamoto • Tokunaga Hideaki and May J. have covered all the po
  23. S01E23Episode 23November 26, 2014Parody: Kamon Tatsuo is still the strongest • If you're beautiful, you can hitchhike across Honshu in one day • No woman has ever thrown a s
  24. S01E24Episode 24December 3, 2014No one has been killed in an instant like Leopardon • No way NONSTYLE, the most popular comedian among junior high and high school girls • A
  25. S01E25Episode 25December 10, 2014Otomo Kohei can sing normally • Kuwaman holds his chopsticks in an unbelievable way • The side dishes in "Bentoubako no Uta" are too old-fas

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

Season0234Episodes2015AiredSeason avg
  1. S02E01Episode 1January 7, 2015[The theory that no one has a huskier voice better than Genichiro Tenryu] [The theory that the volleyball machine is only used in variety sh
  2. S02E02Episode 2January 14, 2015[The Hellish Theory of Nippon Elekiteru Rengo at Year-End Parties] [The Theory that Kindaichi's Tricks are Too Acrobatic, Almost Like SASUKE
  3. S02E03Episode 3January 21, 2015[The most painful weapon is, surprisingly, a folding chair] [TV shows rely too much on Rocky for background music] [Children are said to be
  4. S02E04Episode 4January 28, 2015[I'm the one who got pranked the most in 2014] [Even Rickson Gracie would give up on the foot reflexology punishment game] [Anyone who buys
  5. S02E05Episode 5February 4, 2015[The theory that Hayashiya Pe only owns pink clothes] [The theory that half-Japanese people who speak informally can't get angry even if som
  6. S02E06Episode 6February 18, 2015[The Valentine's Day classic song will be "Valentine Kiss" for the next 100 years] [Even Yonesuke can't eat dinner without a camera] [A quiz
  7. S02E07Episode 7March 4, 2015[The theory that "sumimasen" (excuse me/sorry) is definitely included in the predictive text of "su" on your phone] [The theory that there i
  8. S02E08Episode 8March 11, 2015[The theory that there are talented singers who are sleeping unnoticed because they just haven't received any offers] [The theory that there
  9. S02E09Episode 9March 18, 2015[The theory that adding Paruko's laughter makes a video 30% more interesting]
  10. S02E10Episode 10April 15, 2015[There are still more interesting mixed-rules matches out there, according to theory] [Hitoshi Matsumoto could appear at a pro-wrestling ven
  11. S02E11Episode 11April 22, 2015[The theory that pranks orchestrated by athletes are so bad they're actually funny] [The theory that even people from Osaka wouldn't say "I'
  12. S02E12Episode 12April 29, 2015The cuckoo's most important call: nobody knows what it sounds like. Yasumura's pose that makes him look naked: if he's extremely overweight,
  13. S02E13Episode 13May 6, 2015[The theory that Ben Johnson could run alongside a train in a drama scene all the way to the end of the platform] [The theory that Downtown
  14. S02E14Episode 14May 20, 2015[The theory that relatives of celebrities are vulnerable to being scammed by bad impersonators in "It's me" fraud schemes] [The theory that
  15. S02E15Episode 15May 27, 2015[Nobody knows who Antony's partner is] [Nobody can beat Akemi Matsuno in terms of acting ability] [There are fans who try to look like any a
  16. S02E16Episode 16June 3, 2015[The theory that you can meet celebrities if you stake out social media] [The theory that the trophy from the "Gokigenyo Grand Prize" is def
  17. S02E17Episode 17June 10, 2015[The theory that beautiful women's funny faces are lame] [The theory that there are still many talented singers out there who are just sleep
  18. S02E18Episode 18July 8, 2015[SASUKE: The theory that monkeys could completely conquer it] [Eating Contest Mixed Rules Showdown Part 3: "Eating Quiz"] [The theory that A
  19. S02E19Episode 19July 15, 2015[The theory that there are still people alive who have seen Tokugawa Yoshinobu in person] [The theory that 10 people working together can be
  20. S02E20Episode 20July 22, 2015[The theory that foreigners who are good singers are also good at imitating Japanese artists' songs] [The theory that athletes unconsciously
  21. S02E21Episode 21July 29, 2015[When asked "Who does your wife resemble?", husbands usually answer by lowering their gaze.] [People with an exquisite combination of surnam
  22. S02E22Episode 22August 5, 2015[The theory that if you ask people to introduce you to the funniest person they know, you'll eventually end up with Hitoshi Matsumoto] [The
  23. S02E23Episode 23August 12, 2015[The theory that the funniest moment a comedian has ever had is funny to everyone] [The theory that the "Tama-chan Watching Society" is stil
  24. S02E24Episode 24August 19, 2015[The theory that residents of hoarder houses actually know where everything is] [The theory that the most common item people borrow and neve
  25. S02E25Episode 25September 9, 2015[My theory on the most overused old photo on variety shows] [The theory that there are tons of audacious shops that call themselves Seijo ev
  26. S02E26Episode 26September 16, 2015[The Hellish Theory of Lower-Tier YouTubers] [Early Morning Series Part 2: "Early Morning Ten Dishes"] [The Theory That You Can Put Together
  27. S02E27Episode 27September 30, 2015["We Are The World" performed by hidden singing talents associated with the show]
  28. S02E28Episode 28October 7, 2015[The theory that Bobby Ologun would look exactly like XX if he were white] [The theory that real deer would come running to him during Danso
  29. S02E29Episode 29October 28, 2015[There are Beauty and the Beast couples, but no reverse couples] [If you ask someone to draw a caricature of Hamada, everyone will emphasize
  30. S02E30Episode 30November 4, 2015[My theory is that female comedians are the ones who do the most business kisses] [My theory is that if people who have been abducted by UFO
  31. S02E31Episode 31November 11, 2015[The theory that no one knows about the 2nd place finisher in hammer throw in Japan] [The theory that even the most beautiful woman can only
  32. S02E32Episode 32November 25, 2015[The theory that no one dressed up as HG for Halloween 2015] [The theory that it's the end of a comedian's career if they use the word "plum
  33. S02E33Episode 33December 9, 2015[I'm the one who got invited to the most school festivals in 2015] [Humans have a better homing instinct than pigeons] [You wouldn't notice
  34. S02E34Episode 34December 16, 2015[The theory that every celebrity has their own LINE stickers] [The theory that my child is the one who would be happiest to receive a gift]

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

Season0334Episodes2016AiredSeason avg
  1. S03E01Episode 1January 20, 2016[I'm the one who got pranked the most in 2015] [There are no virgins among rowdy adults] [Customers spending New Year's Eve in a karaoke box
  2. S03E02Episode 2February 3, 2016[Akemi Matsuno believes anything theory] [The meaning of a story changes when it goes through seven languages ​​theory] [The seal of authori
  3. S03E03Episode 3February 10, 2016[The theory that old nicknames are merciless] [The theory that it's impossible to eat sushi according to the lyrics at the tempo of the song
  4. S03E04Episode 4February 17, 2016[The theory that ZARD always puts the song title in the chorus] [Early morning real escape game] [The theory that the "You're a child I pick
  5. S03E05Episode 5February 24, 2016[The theory that you can meet celebrities if you stake out social media] [The theory that anything tastes the same if you boil it for a week
  6. S03E06Episode 6March 2, 2016[The theory that every beautiful woman knows at least one celebrity's phone number] [The theory that it's hard to sing cheerful songs at kar
  7. S03E07Episode 7March 16, 2016[Exam Series Part 2: University Acceptance Reaction Quiz] [The theory that grandfathers can definitely recognize a portrait of themselves dr
  8. S03E08Episode 8March 23, 2016[Rank Kingdom and SP Collaboration: Top 10 Things 200 Women in Shibuya Want to See Again]
  9. S03E09Episode 9April 2, 2016[The theory that comedians who specialize in the "tsukkomi" (straight man) role are always in "tsukkomi" mode even in everyday life] [Game x
  10. S03E10Episode 10April 27, 2016[The theory that you grow a little taller right after bungee jumping] [The theory that Hotei's guitar can also be used for drawing lots] [Th
  11. S03E11Episode 11May 4, 2016[The theory that it's impossible to eat sushi according to the lyrics at the tempo of the song "Sushi Kui Ne!" (doubles)] [The theory that y
  12. S03E12Episode 12May 11, 2016[The theory that fans who approach you on the street saying "I'm a fan" are usually not that big of a fan] [The theory that there are absolu
  13. S03E13Episode 13May 25, 2016[The theory that lies told by the elderly are the hardest to see through] [The theory that no one would pass up an orange rolling down a hil
  14. S03E14Wednesday Downtown S03E14Episode 14June 1, 2016There's an anecdote behind every unique gravestone! • The ages 0 to 100 can all be found in song lyrics! • Your parent's funny faces will de
  15. S03E15Episode 15June 8, 2016[Mixed Rules Showdown: Gomoku Narabe vs. Wanko Soba] [The theory that even a shoplifting detective can't spot a bad magician when they're se
  16. S03E16Episode 16June 15, 2016[Game x Reality: Mixed Kart Showdown, Part 2] [The theory that being full is actually more painful than being hungry] [The theory that if Pe
  17. S03E17Episode 17June 29, 2016[The theory that there are women who have grandchildren at the age of 32] [The theory that there are still many talented singers out there w
  18. S03E18Wednesday Downtown S03E18Episode 18July 6, 2016Asking people wearing band T-shirts in town if they know the intro of a song of the band. If they can not answer, the T-shirt is confiscated
  19. S03E19Wednesday Downtown S03E19Episode 19July 13, 2016When the social networking icon is a double shot, the prettier one is the real person. • Even a puppet can play the message game. • If you d
  20. S03E20Episode 20July 20, 2016[The "funny pictures" on a beautiful woman's smartphone are probably just lame] [The theory that no one knows the name of that gourd-shaped
  21. S03E21Episode 21August 3, 2016[The theory that if you combine the top and bottom photos of people who look like celebrities, they'll look exactly alike.] [The theory that
  22. S03E22Episode 22August 10, 2016[The theory that no older wife is more selfless than Olga] [The theory that every popular comedian's routine has been turned into a rhythm g
  23. S03E23Episode 23August 24, 2016[The theory that celebrities were head and shoulders above the rest during their amateur days] [The theory that everyone has at least one st
  24. S03E24Episode 24August 31, 2016[The theory that relatives of celebrities are vulnerable to being scammed by bad impersonators in "It's me" fraud schemes] [The theory that
  25. S03E25Episode 25September 7, 2016Comedian Recognition Disparity Duo Ranking 2016 • Hypnosis Strongest Theory • People Buried in Sand Have No Choice But to Be Interviewed The
  26. S03E26Episode 26September 21, 2016[The Wednesday Downtown show relies too much on impressionist comedians]
  27. S03E27Episode 27October 12, 2016[Humans vs. Livestock: Eating Contest with Mixed Rules] [The theory that a psychic can tell what happened in a haunted property just by ente
  28. S03E28Episode 28October 26, 2016[The theory that comedians will go along with even the most obvious and bad pranks] [The theory that it would be incredibly tiring if you ha
  29. S03E29Episode 29November 2, 2016[The theory that a video rental store is actually interested in a video that hasn't been rented since it arrived.] [The theory that young ta
  30. S03E30Wednesday Downtown S03E30Episode 30November 9, 2016When you find money that you don't know about in your pocket, you will most definitely stash it away. • A Ghostriding Tournament will be rea
  31. S03E31Episode 31November 16, 2016[If you eat one bean every 10 seconds, you can eat them forever] [If you slow down the speed of the Para Para dance, it becomes a Bon Odori
  32. S03E32Episode 32November 30, 2016[The theory that a person can wait longer than a dog when told to "wait"] [The theory that Ben Johnson could catch any dine-and-dasher] [The
  33. S03E33Episode 33December 7, 2016[Parody Song Ultimate Tournament, Part 2] [The theory that you can eat even your least favorite foods after fasting for three days] [The the
  34. S03E34Episode 34December 21, 2016[Youngest vs. Oldest: A Neutrality Theory] [Descendants of Great People Don't Doodle on Their Ancestors in Textbooks Theory] [The Manga "Aka

Season 3 ranked & reviewed

Season0439Episodes2017AiredSeason avg
  1. S04E01Episode 1January 25, 2017[Sushi Master, Part 3] [As long as the boss doesn't stop cheering, subordinates will never quit] [Tickling becomes bearable after 10 minutes
  2. S04E02Episode 2February 1, 2017[The theory that you can spend a whole day in a poor-boy style outfit without being noticed, depending on how you act] [The theory that even
  3. S04E03Episode 3February 8, 2017There are still Japanese people who have had iron balls put on their feet • Fat people eat surprisingly little • Are stupid celebrities faki
  4. S04E04Episode 4February 15, 2017[I'm the one who got pranked the most in 2016] [The stick is more effective than the carrot] [If you've been serving a long prison sentence
  5. S04E05Episode 5February 22, 2017Would kids be excited to get a present from Santa even if he were a scary monster?
  6. S04E06Episode 6March 1, 2017[All the original sources for the show's official LINE stickers revealed]
  7. S04E07Episode 7March 22, 2017[The theory that comedians will go along with even the most obvious and bad pranks, Part 2] [The theory that farmers running unmanned roadsi
  8. S04E08Episode 8April 12, 2017[The theory that you can spend a whole day unnoticed wearing a poor-boy style outfit, depending on how you act] [The theory that a combinati
  9. S04E09Episode 9April 19, 2017[The theory that the contrast in Anjash's interest in food is extreme] [Home improvement stores x SASUKE] [The theory that old-fashioned sho
  10. S04E10Episode 10April 26, 2017[Karaoke x Dance Dance Revolution] [The sound engineer's judo throw is unavoidable] [If you say "I'm a fan of so-and-so" in a street intervi
  11. S04E11Episode 11May 3, 2017[Early Lunch Teacher] [The theory that the moment a comedian bombed the most is actually funny] [The theory that a village in the same situa
  12. S04E12Episode 12May 10, 2017Tonight at 9:57 PM, it's Wednesday's Downtown! The theory that "no matter how impossible a face-in-the-hole signboard is, if there's a hole,
  13. S04E13Episode 13May 17, 2017▼The theory that as long as the "o" and "shita" are correct, anything goes in between when saying "Otsukaresama deshita" (Thank you for your
  14. S04E14Episode 14May 24, 2017The scariest thing is waking up to find someone there▼The second installment of the theory that sudden pro wrestling moves are unavoidable▼W
  15. S04E15Episode 15May 31, 2017Could you recognize your own dog, even if other people are walking him? • If you introduce the strangest person from your acquaintances, you
  16. S04E16Episode 16June 7, 2017If a professional impersonates real teachers, their students will die of laughter. • The stronger the tsukkomi, the funnier it gets. • Chang
  17. S04E17Episode 17June 14, 2017Today's episode of Downtown is Wednesday! Chidori's "Everyone's Theory" is...the theory that there are tons of crimes that have never been a
  18. S04E18Episode 18June 21, 2017This week's presenters for "Everyone's Theory" are Ginshari! They'll be testing the theory that "there is no one in this world with a narrow
  19. S04E19Episode 19June 28, 2017This week's presenter for "Everyone's Theories" is Kenji Tamura! He will be testing the theory that "If you get lectured while eating samgye
  20. S04E20Episode 20July 5, 2017The theory that "if a comedian's joke situation were to happen in reality, they could deliver a perfect punchline" will be tested with: ◇San
  21. S04E21Episode 21July 19, 2017Early Lunch Teacher - Part 2! Eat your meal without getting caught during a paranormal investigation! ▼Does mixing lotion and birdlime negat
  22. S04E22Episode 22July 26, 2017Tomorrow's broadcast on the 26th will cover...▼Can they sing and shed tears at the perfect moment during the chorus?▼The most popular comedi
  23. S04E23Episode 23August 2, 2017The theory that you can actually get away with tailing someone while hiding in a cardboard box▼If you eat Home Run Bars for a month straight
  24. S04E24Episode 24August 9, 2017Even if it's a blatant rip-off, would you still accept it if it's an MC job? We'll find out on Hamada's MC show "Prebat!!"▼Celebrities go on
  25. S04E25Episode 25August 23, 2017In the Kuro-chan Lie Tweet Monitoring Project... Kuro-chan will be thoroughly monitored 24 hours a day for a week! We will check his Twitter
  26. S04E26Episode 26August 30, 2017Ding Dong Ditch escape tag game! • "London Boots 1 2" is the lamest comedy duo name! • Name switching series continues: Will people actually
  27. S04E27Episode 27September 6, 2017ANZEN Manzai, Cookie, RG and others clash in the ultimate parody song tournament▼The theory that you might not notice if someone else is wea
  28. S04E28Episode 28September 13, 2017The theory that no human bone is unbroken leads to a street survey aiming to find every single bone in the body that has been fractured! The
  29. S04E29Episode 29September 27, 2017We're announcing the "Wednesday Downtown VTR Appearance Ranking" from the show's inception in 2014 to the present! The comedian with the mos
  30. S04E30Episode 30October 11, 2017Real Slumdog Millionaire... Three people are brought together without knowing anything and given a seemingly ordinary quiz, but the answers
  31. S04E31Episode 31October 18, 2017"The theory that someone who doesn't know the rules of golf will believe any rules imposed on them," FUJIWARA's Haranishi, Viking, and Audre
  32. S04E32Episode 32November 1, 2017The most famous Japanese person within Japan is Ichiro Suzuki. • When chasing the bus in a drama, if it's Wainaina, he will be able to catch
  33. S04E33Episode 33November 8, 2017Akira 100%: With the latest high-speed cameras, you can see what's on the other side of the tray. ▼You wouldn't notice if a monk's chanting
  34. S04E34Episode 34November 15, 2017Is it true that only Takeshi Kitano uses the first-person pronoun "oira" in print these days...? We've thoroughly investigated rare first-pe
  35. S04E35Episode 35November 22, 2017In the theory that there are people with numbers in their names, from one to one hundred... we'll thoroughly investigate whether there are p
  36. S04E36Episode 36December 6, 2017In "The second installment of the theory that the most embarrassing moments a comedian has ever made are actually the funniest," we'll be sh
  37. S04E37Episode 37December 13, 2017In the latest installment of the "Someone's There When You Open It" prank, where your "favorite" is inside, will the joy outweigh the fear?
  38. S04E38Episode 38December 20, 2017Tonight at 10pm, it's Wednesday's Downtown! In the segment "Whether it's hot or cold, the cold is ultimately harder to bear," celebrities ar
  39. S04E39Episode 39December 27, 2017The Sandwichman hamburger shop skit is now so funny no matter who does it... Various comedians, including Cookie and Zun Iio, take on the ro

Season 4 ranked & reviewed

Season0537Episodes2018AiredSeason avg
  1. S05E01Episode 1January 17, 2018In a "Where are they now" program, it's not possible to point out someone completely different! • People who are not famous and have their o
  2. S05E02Episode 2January 24, 2018[The theory that you can easily find a celebrity's ex-boyfriend or ex-girlfriend if you investigate their hometown] [Mr. Osu's "Osu! Karate-
  3. S05E03Episode 3January 31, 2018[The theory that everyone has passionate fans] [The theory that even amateur bald jokes can be a hit if a bald comedian produces them] [The
  4. S05E04Episode 4February 7, 2018[I'm the one who got pranked the most in 2017] [Mixed rules showdown: "Connections x Soccer"] [The scene where Junji Takada says "I'm Junji
  5. S05E05Episode 5February 21, 2018A fixed match where both parties are told to lose will still be an exciting match! • Mixed rule competition: Consuming the most amount of fl
  6. S05E06Episode 6February 28, 2018Hiding somebody in someone's bed is the scariest thing ever! • If 1 person leaves a trio and you're left with the idiot, you can't go on as
  7. S05E07Episode 7March 7, 2018[The theory that you can survive the extreme cold of a snow-covered mountain with just 10,000 yen] [The theory that a comedian specializing
  8. S05E08Episode 8March 14, 2018[The theory that people can somehow live even on a balance beam] [The theory that there are quite a few people who have never left an island
  9. S05E09Episode 9March 21, 2018Double fixed match showdown, part 2◆Draining all the water from SASUKE's pond◆Monologue: If you do it too flashy, people might mistake it fo
  10. S05E10Episode 10March 28, 2018Guess the theory from the conclusion special!
  11. S05E11Episode 11April 11, 2018Kochikame Verification SP ◆ Is fishing for entertaining clients possible in reality? ◆ Multi-sport showdown 3-match series ① Skating x Kendo
  12. S05E12Episode 12April 18, 2018The theory that the funniest moment a comedian has ever had is hilarious to everyone who sees it◆The theory that there are quite a few Iwahe
  13. S05E13Episode 13April 25, 2018The theory that as long as "a" and "ta" are correct, anything goes in between "thank you" ◆Sumo wrestling totaling 170kg, Part 2 ◆The theory
  14. S05E14Episode 14May 2, 2018The theory that you'd follow any tricky training method if RIZAP told you to ◆The theory that Hamada Yutaro is the No. 1 comedian at "What's
  15. S05E15Episode 15May 16, 2018
  16. S05E16Episode 16May 23, 2018The theory that even if something important is handed to you while knocking, you'll instinctively hit it. ◆The theory that you absolutely ca
  17. S05E17Episode 17May 30, 2018The celebrity who most closely resembles Katsumata Shūwa is Kuro-chan (theory) ◆The most grueling chain-reaction project is the JoJo's Bizar
  18. S05E18Episode 18June 6, 2018The family of Robert Akiyama is rumored to be the number one celebrity whose family profits from riding on the coattails of children. ◆It's
  19. S05E19Episode 19June 13, 2018Nobody's had their double eyelids surgically changed to single eyelids! • Comedians who are bad at improv are funnier when they're drunk! •
  20. S05E20Episode 20June 20, 2018A life where you have to eat the same food that appears on TV: A food fighter could barely manage to do this for 24 hours. ◆The "Ushi no Tok
  21. S05E21Episode 21July 4, 2018The theory that you can attract attention if you hide it◆The second round of the Tsukkomi Challenge: Haraichi's comedy routine version ◆The
  22. S05E22Episode 22July 18, 2018The theory that fat people who were popular when they were skinny are still somewhat popular even now that they're fat ◆The theory that if y
  23. S05E23Episode 23July 25, 2018If you put on a scary face, no one will sit next to you. • If you walk alongside Japan National Route 1 and pick up every single cigarette b
  24. S05E24Episode 24August 1, 2018Dog Domino Challenge◆The theory that Beckham hair still barely exists in 2018◆Real-life Slumdog Millionaire Part 2
  25. S05E25Episode 25August 15, 2018The theory that it's easy to shake off a celebrity during filming ◆The theory that hints of a birthday surprise will inevitably make them ex
  26. S05E26Episode 26August 22, 2018The theory that the "quirky girl" persona is running out of patterns ◆The theory that the limit of how far you can make people laugh is 100m
  27. S05E27Episode 27September 12, 2018Karateka vs. professional fighter using a stick: A theory that it would be a close match if the rule allowed the karateka to kick the tool o
  28. S05E28Episode 28September 26, 2018Wednesday's Downtown: Peak Viewership Rating Ranking
  29. S05E29Episode 29October 3, 2018Monster House 1 Theory: As long as the "yo" and "su" in "Yoroshiku onegaishimasu" are correct, anything can go in between • Theory: A comed
  30. S05E30Episode 30October 24, 2018A week of living a certain life: The theory that if you take your eyes off them for a while they'll eat something else ◆The theory that the
  31. S05E31Episode 31October 31, 2018Monster House #2 Tsurutaro Kataoka is the #1 entertainer at passing through tight spaces. • There exists someone over 2m who is "culturally
  32. S05E32Episode 32November 14, 2018Monster House #3 Parent-Child Escape Game. • 50/50 split questions: "Life in prison vs life on a deserted island", "when being questioned b
  33. S05E33Episode 33November 28, 2018Everyone's Theories Special The fastest you can play the tunes of 'Flohwalzer' is by a piano. • Boomerang underwear. • Inu-chan gets read a
  34. S05E34Episode 34December 5, 2018Monster House 4 The way a comedian handles the embarrassing items found in their bag reveals their true abilities◆Elevator quick change cha
  35. S05E35Episode 35December 12, 2018Monster House 5 The theory that any comedian can become the number one favorite comedian if they are from their hometown◆The theory that ev
  36. S05E36Episode 36December 19, 2018Monster House 6 The theory that there is a man somewhere in this world who can carry even the heaviest woman in Japan in a princess carry◆T
  37. S05E37Episode 37December 26, 2018Monster House 7 4th Annual Parody Song Ultimate Tournament◆The theory that Mr. Shachihoko can gather the entire Akko Family with a "It's me

Season 5 ranked & reviewed

Season0638Episodes2019AiredSeason avg
  1. S06E01Episode 1January 9, 2019Panelists' Theories Special Within convenience store clerks, someone who actually used and hit a robber with the color ball doesn't exist.
  2. S06E02Episode 2January 16, 2019The theory that comedians will go along with even the most difficult scenarios they're given ◆The theory that impressionist comedians can pa
  3. S06E03Episode 3January 30, 2019A life where you have to cry once every hour: Even with plenty of items to make you cry, it's still tough. ◆The old man who defeated the bea
  4. S06E04Episode 4February 6, 2019The theory that it's easy to shake off talent during filming, Part 2◆The theory that people can somehow live even on a bicycle◆Mr. Osu's "Os
  5. S06E05Episode 5February 13, 2019IKKO and Chocolate Planet's Matsuo have gotten to the point where even the people around them can't tell their voices apart. • N°1 Eccentric
  6. S06E06Episode 6February 20, 20192018 Year Teaser Pranks • Screaming-1 Grand Prix • Japan's Longest-Haired Male Comedian: Tom Brown's Nuno-kawa Theory • DESIRE Call-and-Resp
  7. S06E07Episode 7February 27, 2019People don't notice when there are a lot of people hiding in a house. • It's more heartbreaking for master-class individuals when a comedian
  8. S06E08Episode 8March 6, 2019Reverse greeting challenge. • 4 Generation family relay race. • If you witness a kiss in your own break room, you can't help but apologize.
  9. S06E09Episode 9March 13, 2019The theory that adding "in a good way" prevents people from getting mad at any insult • The theory that the comedian with the longest career
  10. S06E10Episode 10March 20, 2019Shiawase Akatsu Plan: The theory that if Akatsu can memorize 100 titles, he wins 1 million yen • The theory that avid smokers will go to a s
  11. S06E11Episode 11March 27, 2019People who love to smoke will go for it even if the road to the smoking area is full of challenges. • A partner who shows signs of being bra
  12. S06E12Episode 12April 3, 2019The theory that a comedian can instantly deliver the punchline "You’re the one singing?!" in any situation • The theory that you can't take
  13. S06E13Episode 13April 10, 20193rd Early Bento Sensei. • Will an athlete's plan to prank someone be more interesting because of their lame acting skills? • If you are a pe
  14. S06E14Episode 14April 24, 2019In reality, spraying a drink when laughing or being frightened is quite rare. • If the air cannon's air is colorless, there is no way to dod
  15. S06E15Episode 15May 8, 2019If comedians are confined in a room, they can't escape until they guess the new era name! Can they arrive at "Reiwa" with zero information?
  16. S06E16Episode 16May 15, 2019The theory that even long-term foreign residents in Japan will shout in their native language when extremely surprised • The theory that Ros
  17. S06E17Episode 17May 29, 2019Everyone's Theories Special • Running into your mother on the street and thinking she's a stranger. • Changing the pull-to-heat beef tongue
  18. S06E18Episode 18June 5, 2019The theory that when someone asks, "Don't you have something to say to me?" you end up saying something unnecessary • Kyaeen's one-day inter
  19. S06E19Episode 19June 12, 2019The theory that an experienced reporter can gracefully handle even the most difficult amateurs at a live broadcast location • Four-Generatio
  20. S06E20Episode 20June 19, 2019IKKO Catchphrase Contest. • Daily Life Loudness Tournament. • It is impossible to teach women the figure-four leglock over the telephone.
  21. S06E21Episode 21June 26, 2019The theory that it's hell to act cheerful in front of a senior after getting extremely angry at a junior • The theory that NONSTYLE is final
  22. S06E22Episode 22July 3, 2019There are plenty of ordinary people in big cities who can call celebrities at the drop of a hat. • With hypnosis, even Obon/Kobon can reconc
  23. S06E23Episode 23July 17, 2019Mixed bingo tournament in the city • The theory that receiving an "Where Are They Now" offer is equally shocking and unpleasant for a modera
  24. S06E24Episode 24July 24, 2019The theory that comedians can deliver perfect punchlines in real-life situations just like in their skits, Part 2 • The theory that in rural
  25. S06E25Episode 25July 31, 2019Big Eater King vs. Toudaiou: "Eating Quiz" • Running away from enthusiastic older lady fans
  26. S06E26Episode 26August 7, 2019The theory that idols with filthy rooms are free to do as they please • The theory that it's difficult to actively get bird droppings to fal
  27. S06E27Episode 27August 21, 2019The theory that gigs where comedians are banned from using their signature catchphrase are hell • Real "Pro Golfer Monkey" Championship • Co
  28. S06E28Episode 28September 4, 2019The theory that shedding tears right at the chorus of a song is particularly challenging, Part 3 • The MVS (Most Valuable Story) trophy for
  29. S06E29Episode 29September 11, 2019Fake show: "Theory Title" reverse calculation quiz
  30. S06E30Episode 30September 25, 2019The theory that if you get scolded right after buying soft serve ice cream, you can't eat it, and it melts away • The theory that if you loo
  31. S06E31Episode 31October 23, 2019The theory that even if someone angrily tells you to apologize on the spot over the phone, you can just pretend to do it and get away with i
  32. S06E32Episode 32October 30, 2019Everyone's Theories Special • When hiding in a closet, you can't come out when hit with a smelly air cannon • If Hikomaro finds real jewels
  33. S06E33Episode 33November 6, 2019The 5th Parody Strongest Tournament. • Monster Idol #1.
  34. S06E34Episode 34November 13, 2019Animal couple: The "kiss challenge" – distracting Kyoko and kissing without her noticing • A bust made by yourself while alive – is that acc
  35. S06E35Episode 35November 20, 2019Ventriloquist theory: If the puppet joins in while you're getting scolded, you'd have to call it out • Monster Idol episode 3
  36. S06E36Episode 36December 4, 2019Mutsumi resident comedian showdown • Monster Idol episode 4
  37. S06E37Episode 37December 18, 2019Monster Idol episode 5
  38. S06E38Episode 38December 25, 2019The ultimate "comedy" quiz king showdown • Monster Idol final episode

Season 6 ranked & reviewed

Season0742Episodes2020AiredSeason avg
  1. S07E01Episode 1January 8, 2020The theory that it's easy to lose track of a celebrity while on location - Part 3. Reverse quiz where people on the street are asked "What
  2. S07E02Episode 2January 22, 2020Theory: If the rural people who let you stay at their house in "Let's Stay in the Countryside!" come to your house and ask to stay, you have
  3. S07E03Episode 3January 29, 20202019 Pre-announced Prank • The theory that no matter how late you are, as long as you have the gift of gab, you can keep someone waiting wit
  4. S07E04Episode 4February 5, 2020Double Fixed Match Battle Part 3 • The theory that if you live in the closest property to the station in Japan, you can leave your house aft
  5. S07E05Episode 5February 12, 2020Biological clock merry Christmas challenge • Mameshiba no Taigun: Developments after Kuro-chan's dismissal as producer
  6. S07E06A cold-proofing showdown on a snowy mountain, followed by a visit to a sauna in the same outfit! ▼ Being able to fart without being noticed during a drinking party.February 26, 2020A showdown with mixed rules of cold and heat protection. The theory that the sound of farting can surprisingly be masked during a drinking
  7. S07E07Episode 7March 4, 2020This year’s cold starts in the throat • Young comedians feel joy at being pranked • Celebrities leave quickly after filming • Osaka obasans
  8. S07E08Episode 8March 11, 2020The theory that even comedians who refuse to bungee jump will eventually have to jump if they can't go home until they do • The theory that
  9. S07E09Episode 9March 18, 20207th Year Kickoff Project: "That Theory Now"
  10. S07E10Episode 10March 25, 2020The theory of the hell for lower-tier YouTubers • The theory that it's difficult for a wife to get her husband's permission if she wants to
  11. S07E11Episode 11April 8, 2020The theory that even if a manager tells you, "Tomorrow, a scandal article will appear in a weekly magazine," a professional can completely h
  12. S07E12Episode 12April 15, 2020The theory that even if a location shoot requires you to end up completely drunk, you can somehow make it work by filming in reverse order •
  13. S07E13Episode 13April 29, 2020A rebroadcast of the May 8, 2019 episode "A Life Where You Can't Escape Until You Guess the New Imperial Era Name"
  14. S07E14Episode 14May 13, 2020The December 27, 2017 episode of "Future Kuro-chan" will be rebroadcast.
  15. S07E15Episode 15May 20, 2020Hotei's theory: If we gather enough of these, we could probably fill an hour. The second half of the program will rebroadcast episodes from
  16. S07E16Episode 16May 27, 2020Hamada's hilarious top 10 special.
  17. S07E17Episode 17June 3, 2020Live broadcast entirely from Kuro-chan's home, without any appearances by Downtown • Remote "Control" Kuro-chan
  18. S07E18Episode 18June 10, 2020Top 50 Wednesday Downtown Short Theories.
  19. S07E19Episode 19June 17, 2020Downtown Muscle & Loud Voice Special (Rebroadcast) • April 15, 2015: Hitoshi Matsumoto can appear at a wrestling event as a mysterious maske
  20. S07E20Episode 20June 24, 2020The "Cross-Prefecture Special" will rebroadcast episodes originally aired on November 26, 2014, titled "If you're beautiful, you can hitchhi
  21. S07E21Episode 21July 1, 2020Assistant directors talk about the "toughest theories" roundtable – A discussion featuring current and former ADs, with new footage, past cl
  22. S07E22Episode 22July 15, 2020The moment a comedian found funniest in their career is universally funny • Social media relays always end ambiguously
  23. S07E23Episode 23July 22, 2020No going home until an SNS post becomes a news article • Leader vs. Kasuga: The ultimate endurance showdown • Who is the most famous person
  24. S07E24Episode 24July 29, 2020Marriage Witnesses are usually the seniors who take care of the groom the most. • FUJIWARA'S Haranishi, no matter what his juniors do, he ca
  25. S07E25Episode 25August 5, 2020Kuro-chan attempts a domino challenge using Mameshiba no Taigun CD stock while Mameshiba dogs are set loose
  26. S07E26Episode 26August 12, 2020Even on a serious business call, you can eat well. • The phrase "With all due respect" that impersonation comedians oftens say when they inc
  27. S07E27Episode 27August 19, 2020After being recommended by farmers to eat the skin of a fruit, you can't help but follow their suggestions. • "Misunderstanding Skits" are n
  28. S07E28Episode 28August 26, 2020When thinking you're going to be leading a "Crown Special" show, but it's actually just about crown jewels, it's hard to say anything agains
  29. S07E29Episode 29September 9, 2020If you make a strong impression on the staff at the first shop you go to, you can just order "the usual" the next time you go back to that p
  30. S07E30Episode 30September 16, 2020DIY Prank Tournament. • Big Eating X Marathon.
  31. S07E31Episode 31September 23, 2020If you really love your wife, if you suddenly send an "I love you" LINE message, she'll simply be happy. • Female artists who claim to be sp
  32. S07E32Episode 32September 30, 20201 hour Special: Doing the exact same pranks over again!
  33. S07E33Episode 33October 7, 2020If you collect cicada shells while walking along Route 1 this summer, you'll be able to fill a semi double futon by the time you get to Nago
  34. S07E34Episode 34October 21, 2020There are some talented artists who used to be the number 1 at NSC that didn't turn out to be that successful after. • The cheapest hostel i
  35. S07E35Episode 35October 28, 2020If the athlete has just woken up, the average person has a slight chance of winning. • Something that smells worse than a skunk abounds in t
  36. S07E36Episode 36November 4, 20206th Annual Lyric Change Tournament. • If the target of a reverse "busty girl" prank is the father of that girl, it'll result in a hellish sc
  37. S07E37Wednesday Downtown S07E37Episode 37November 11, 2020[Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that you can call a rhino by its name without honorifics. ▼ The theory that if you’re served imitatio
  38. S07E38Episode 38November 25, 2020Make Oversleepers Late Challenge. • Since the Heisei era, there's a "chosen land" that has not suffered any natural disasters at all. • The
  39. S07E39Episode 39December 2, 2020The comedian with the biggest gap between the popularity of their stage name and their real name is Shofukutei Tsurubei. • The Number 1 Unlo
  40. S07E40Episode 40December 9, 2020Ask pedestrians on the street how much cash they have with them. You can't go home until you get five in a row with more money than the last
  41. S07E41Episode 41December 16, 2020Even though Higashibukuro was once seduced by a senior's wife, he should never fall for it again. • If an ordinary person wears night vision
  42. S07E42Episode 42December 23, 2020Observational jokes are actually not easy to find in real life. • People who get angry on the phone and say "Wait there, I'm coming over", n

Season 7 ranked & reviewed

Season0841Episodes2021AiredSeason avg
  1. S08E01Episode 1January 13, 2021[The theory that when someone who has yelled "I'm coming right now, wait for me!" on the phone shows up still full of anger, you can't touch
  2. S08E02Episode 2January 20, 2021If an artist with zero prank experience is being pranked for the first time, even if the content is slightly crude, they'll still fall for i
  3. S08E03Episode 3January 27, 2021Giant Borrowing Competition. • ROAD'S Public Fundraising Chapter 15.
  4. S08E04Episode 4February 3, 20212020 Prank Rating. • Mameshiba Collaboration Challenge Part 1.
  5. S08E05Episode 5February 10, 2021Mameshiba Collaboration Challenge Part 2.
  6. S08E06Episode 6February 17, 2021Even if the "introduction line" for a comedian's show appearance is arranged by other people, it'll still be reluctantly accepted. • In Engl
  7. S08E07Episode 7February 24, 2021If an angry caller says "I'm heading over right now so you better stay where you are!", you can't point out to them how ridiculous they look
  8. S08E08Episode 8March 10, 2021"No one has done it yet" King of Imitation Showdown. • Real Commercial Prank.
  9. S08E09Episode 9March 17, 2021Toudai-ou Collaboration Special Loud Voice Quiz. • Extreme Cold Quiz. • Sleepless Quiz.
  10. S08E10Episode 10March 24, 2021The "30-1 Grand prix" Competition.
  11. S08E11Wednesday Downtown S08E11Episode 11March 31, 2021[Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that even when living alone, you’ll say 'I’m in here' if someone knocks while you’re in the bathroom.
  12. S08E12Episode 12April 14, 20212nd Comparing sweet and harsh, the harsh will make people more desperate. • The Showa era, in retrospect, was a mess. • If you are locked up
  13. S08E13Episode 13April 21, 2021Even if locked up, if you can get the "Lucky Item of the Day" you'll be able to escape.
  14. S08E14Episode 14May 5, 2021Artists who are required to participate in misleading TV shows can't help helping the program. • No matter how unpleasant the content, will
  15. S08E15Episode 15May 12, 20215th Sushi Master. • When hearing amazing gossip, you'll drop what you're doing and focus on listening.
  16. S08E16Episode 16May 26, 2021Among the people you know, if you confess in the order of how much you like them, you'll find someone within 100 people no matter who you ar
  17. S08E17Episode 17June 2, 2021If managers suddenly give you a Tomahawk-style "You're so noisy" routine while fighting with another manager, will the situation turn seriou
  18. S08E18Episode 18June 9, 20212nd If someone close by is dishing out good gossip, you'll forget work and be stuck in place. • No parent would say "Since it's your choice.
  19. S08E19Episode 19June 16, 2021The theory that if you hear "for horses," you expect a stronger effect. Can you point out if the person featured in "Where Are They Now?" is
  20. S08E20Episode 20June 23, 20212nd "Among people you know, if you confess in order of how much you like them, you'll find someone within 100 people no matter who you are."
  21. S08E21Episode 21June 30, 2021The theory that if your manager suddenly starts shouting the "Shut up!" line from Onigoe Tomahawk, it can turn into a surprisingly serious s
  22. S08E22Episode 22July 14, 2021Professional voice actors should also be very good at parodying. • King of Spicy Appetizers Match: Spice fans vs Competitive Eaters vs Comed
  23. S08E23Episode 23July 21, 2021Comedians' most memorable moments. • 2nd In the vein of "You're gonna sing it?" will Tsukkomi comedians retort despite the situation? • Will
  24. S08E24Episode 24August 11, 2021Noda Crystal should be able to keep standing without using the hoops on a shaking train, based on Magical Lovely's "Ring" routine. • If an o
  25. S08E25Episode 25August 18, 2021There's someone hiding in the 3rd row in the back seat Scary Prank. • There are businesses that are so focused on niche areas that they don'
  26. S08E26Kuro-chan Island (part 1)August 25, 2021Topic: "Kuro-chan: Living on a deserted island with a single room"
  27. S08E27Kuro-chan Island (part 2)September 1, 2021Continuation of topic: "Kuro-chan: Living on a deserted island with a single room"
  28. S08E28Episode 28September 8, 2021Theory: You can create good song lyrics using only comedians' names (Part 2) • Attempt to listen and understand an eccentric song that surpa
  29. S08E29Episode 29September 15, 2021While lecturing someone, it's ok to add Nagabuchi's lyrics. • If you have a strong will, you can control your body even after falling asleep
  30. S08E30Episode 30September 22, 2021It's impossible to cry while dancing the Matsuken Samba. • The "Make your Partner do a Double-Take" Championship.
  31. S08E31Episode 31September 29, 2021Obon and Kobon History The legendary feud between comedians Obon and Kobon and their two-year reconciliation project, "Obon-Kobon History,"
  32. S08E32Wednesday Downtown S08E32Episode 32October 6, 2021The Obon & Kobon Reconciliation Project finally reaches a conclusion! Will both of them appear together at Kobon’s daughter’s wedding? And w
  33. S08E33Wednesday Downtown S08E33Episode 33October 13, 2021The theory that it's possible to naturally incorporate Nagabuchi's song lyrics into a sermon — Part 2. ▼ The theory that children who resemb
  34. S08E34Wednesday Downtown S08E34Episode 34October 20, 2021≪Behind the Live Broadcast, We Were Doing a Lot of Things Special≫ The comedians of Lavit! remotely control the female guests in an improvis
  35. S08E35Wednesday Downtown S08E35Episode 35November 10, 2021A Werewolf-style game, 'Kansai Werewolf,' where people from Kansai try to identify the fake Kansai person among them. ▼ What is the limit to
  36. S08E36Episode 36November 17, 2021Panelists' Theories Special Someone who's angry can get away with using words that don't exist. • For the last 20 years, Naito Takashi has
  37. S08E37Wednesday Downtown S08E37Episode 37November 24, 2021The theory that if you fall into a pit and the reveal of the prank never comes, you won’t be able to stay sane as the day goes on. A brutal
  38. S08E38Wednesday Downtown S08E38Episode 38December 1, 2021[Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that if you sleep in an extremely noisy place, you’ll wake up the moment it becomes quiet. ▼ The theo
  39. S08E39Wednesday Downtown S08E39Episode 39December 8, 2021The theory that it’s hard to point out if a female talent, whom you haven’t seen in a while, has had extreme plastic surgery... Tested with
  40. S08E40Wednesday Downtown S08E40Episode 40December 15, 2021The 'Grandfather's Grandchild Laughing Championship' where the grandchild doesn't laugh at all, creating a reverse prank that is heart-wrenc
  41. S08E41Wednesday Downtown S08E41Episode 41December 22, 2021The last episode of 2021 is a 90-minute extended special with 'special theories'! Theories that are so scary they give you a headache. Theor

Season 8 ranked & reviewed

Season0941Episodes2022AiredSeason avg
  1. S09E01Wednesday Downtown S09E01Reiwa's Strongest Dilapidated House Battle, and moreJanuary 12, 2022Sunshine Ikezaki's family home - the theory that it's still the most dilapidated in the Reiwa era. ▼ For every rice ball eaten, one ball is
  2. S09E02Wednesday Downtown S09E02Hiding out at Kuro-chan's House, and moreJanuary 19, 2022Hiding Out at Kuro-chan's House" — Ten small-sized celebrities try to win a prize by hiding in the house while the owner is away! How many h
  3. S09E03Wednesday Downtown S09E03Feuding Comedians Competition! Speedy Breakup Championship, and moreJanuary 26, 2022Ranking of Popular Comedians Among Girls in Junior and Senior High Schools — NON STYLE is definitely out of the ranking now. A competition t
  4. S09E04Wednesday Downtown S09E04Snow Mountain Balloon Tarō Race, and moreFebruary 9, 2022The Most Pranked 'Fooled King' of 2021 gets 7 'Sneak Peek Pranks' in one week. Eight comedians in the 'Balloon Tarō Style' race down a snowy
  5. S09E05Wednesday Downtown S09E05The lanternfish trap, does it work on humans too? And moreFebruary 16, 2022The lanternfish trap, does it work on humans too? The theory that anyone can be made unrecognizable with 10 rubber bands. What happens if th
  6. S09E06Wednesday Downtown S09E06Every comedian has their own version of 'Asakusa Kid,' or so the theory goesFebruary 23, 2022The theory that every comedian has their own version of 'Asakusa Kid'... Comedians with over 20 years of experience, who have been strugglin
  7. S09E07Wednesday Downtown S09E07Survey of the most impressive comments comedians have ever received, part 2, and moreMarch 2, 2022Survey of the most impressive comments comedians have ever received, Part 2. The theory that no matter how much you dislike a certain food,
  8. S09E08Wednesday Downtown S09E08Long Title Theory Ranking SpecialMarch 9, 2022Long Title Theory Ranking Special! It’s been 8 years since the show started... and over time, the titles of the theories have gotten longer.
  9. S09E09Wednesday Downtown S09E092nd Generation Sekine Tsutomu Championship, and moreMarch 23, 2022The one-liner that’s perfect for introducing amateurs, a style unique to Sekine Tsutomu, and the claim that there is no successor to it. The
  10. S09E10Wednesday Downtown S09E10The theory that there are still people alive who have seen the real Hachiko, and moreApril 6, 2022The theory that there are still people alive who have seen the real Hachiko is full of surprising facts. What happens if a senior comedian c
  11. S09E11Wednesday Downtown S09E1130-1 Grand Prix 2022April 13, 202230-1 Grand Prix: Who is the funniest comedian in 30 seconds? The second champion will be decided through a tournament featuring 40 comedian
  12. S09E12Wednesday Downtown S09E12Diane Tsuda's "1 Week 100 Goigois" Challenge, and moreApril 20, 2022Diane Tsuda's "Say 'Goigois' 100 Times in 1 Week" Challenge. A horror prank where Tsuda's partner goes to ask for filming permission at a st
  13. S09E13Wednesday Downtown S09E13The theory that young comedians, even if bound tightly by compliance rules, have no choice but to follow them, and moreApril 27, 2022The theory that it's pretty scary when you come home and find the bathroom door is locked. The theory that young comedians, even if tightly
  14. S09E14Wednesday Downtown S09E14Naoki Iketani, the theory that he can run normally, and more... Everyone's Theories SpecialMay 4, 2022[Everyone's Theories Special] The theory that if the food is served too quickly at a restaurant, it’s actually scary ▼ Naoki Iketani can run
  15. S09E15Wednesday Downtown S09E15Last Man Standing 'Endurance' Balloon Volleyball, and moreMay 11, 2022Balloon Volleyball: If adults seriously play, it’s hard to reach a conclusion... An endurance battle where the game doesn’t end until the la
  16. S09E16Wednesday Downtown S09E16Everything is a 'Reverse Prank' SpecialMay 18, 2022[Everything is a 'Reverse Prank' Special] Greeting challenge, unavoidable theories, the theory of giving a lecture, the theory of eating cha
  17. S09E17Wednesday Downtown S09E17Any comedian can become number one in a 'favorite comedian ranking' if they're from their hometown.May 25, 2022The theory that any comedian can become number one in a 'favorite comedian ranking' if they're from their hometown. A competition where come
  18. S09E18Wednesday Downtown S09E18Uncovering the truth behind the legendary woman K. Kazumi.June 1, 2022A woman named K. Kazumi, who appears only on Yahoo! According to Yahoo! Answers, she stands over 2 meters tall and weighs over 200kg! Tonigh
  19. S09E19Wednesday Downtown S09E19Street-wide Mixed Species Bingo Tournament Part 2, and moreJune 8, 2022Three comedians compete in a Bingo match based on the battery level of passersby’s phones, grip strength, and the floor number of their resi
  20. S09E20Wednesday Downtown S09E20It’s difficult to refuse when an exhausting senior comedian asks to collaborate on YouTubeJune 15, 2022It's difficult to refuse when an exhausting senior comedian asks to collaborate on YouTube. It's possible to make someone think they got cau
  21. S09E21Wednesday Downtown S09E21Tag Sumo: Strongest Duo Championship, and moreJune 22, 2022Tag Sumo: Strongest Duo Championship! Which comedy duo will win the 2v2 unconventional sumo tournament? The partner who knows their teammate
  22. S09E22Wednesday Downtown S09E22Gossip Extraction King Championship, and moreJune 29, 2022The theory that you can't cry while dancing Matsuken Samba. Deliberately giving an unreasonable lecture, then leaving the room to invite gos
  23. S09E23Wednesday Downtown S09E234-Generation Relay Showdown Part 3, and moreJuly 6, 2022From children to great-grandmothers... the more closely spaced the age gaps, the more advantageous in the '4-Generation Relay'. Competing fo
  24. S09E24Wednesday Downtown S09E24The theory that, no matter how dark the hidden side of Hiroshi Oe may be, people would accept it without much discomfort, and moreJuly 13, 2022A cooking competition where only ingredients that match the kanji in people's names, such as '海老原' ('Ebi' meaning shrimp), are used! The the
  25. S09E25Wednesday Downtown S09E25The Farewell Comedian Shin'ichi's R-1 Trophy Destruction Prank, and moreJuly 27, 2022The theory that fans who approach you on the street aren't actually big fans. Farewell Comedian Shin'ichi's R-1 Trophy Destruction Prank.
  26. S09E26Wednesday Downtown S09E26We can't leave until we find a store that refuses interviews, and moreAugust 3, 2022The theory that a food report shoot where you have to keep reporting until you find a store that refuses interviews is extremely exhausting.
  27. S09E27Wednesday Downtown S09E27Episode 27August 10, 2022The theory that it would be sad to wake up on a trip and find no one there; the theory that it would be impossible to convey the fourth grou
  28. S09E28Wednesday Downtown S09E28The theory that even if the agency holds a 'special training' session for painful punishment games, people would accept it given the current situation, and moreAugust 24, 2022The theory that even if the agency holds a 'special training' session for painful punishment games, people would accept it given the current
  29. S09E29Wednesday Downtown S09E29Second Generation Sekine Tsutomu Championship, Part 2, and moreAugust 31, 2022Part 2 of the 'Second Generation Sekine Tsutomu Championship,' where a perfect phrase is added to introduce ordinary people. Collecting larg
  30. S09E30Wednesday Downtown S09E30The theory that all 47 prefectures have been used to verify the theories.September 7, 2022It's been 8 and a half years since the show started... Over 1000 theories have been tested, but have all the prefectures already been visite
  31. S09E31Wednesday Downtown S09E31The theory that if you're caught with ghost makeup during the haunted house route, it’s really hard to get help, and moreSeptember 21, 2022The theory that if you're caught with ghost makeup during the haunted house route, it’s really hard to get help. The most overused joke in t
  32. S09E32Episode 32October 12, 2022The theory that you can easily find ex-boyfriends and ex-girlfriends by investigating celebrities' hometowns. Thorough questioning in celebr
  33. S09E33Wednesday Downtown S09E33The theory that it’s actually difficult to get someone to accept 10 million yen, and moreOctober 19, 2022Can you give 10 million yen with a reason? We examine the theory that it’s actually difficult to get someone to accept 10 million yen. The t
  34. S09E34Wednesday Downtown S09E34The theory that if you're surprised by someone being in the room, and then another person enters and asks 'Are you okay?', you forget their suspiciousness and end up asking for helpOctober 26, 2022The theory that if you're surprised by someone being in the room, and then another person enters and asks 'Are you okay?', you forget their
  35. S09E35Wednesday Downtown S09E35The theory that if you see a skinny, bald man in a blue rider jacket at a TV station, you would mistake him for Kojiro and greet him, and more… Everyone's Theory SpecialNovember 2, 2022Everyone's Theory Special: A rapid verification of 15 theories, including the theory that if you see a skinny, bald man in a blue rider jack
  36. S09E36Wednesday Downtown S09E36Monster Love #1, and moreNovember 9, 20228th Best Lyric Adaptation Championship - Monster love #1: Kuro-chan's new series project, his first in 3 years, starts tonight!
  37. S09E37Wednesday Downtown S09E37Monster Love #2, and moreNovember 16, 2022It’s possible for a comedian to make the prankster hiding in the room laugh. - Monster love #2: The second episode of Kuro-chan’s dating sho
  38. S09E38Wednesday Downtown S09E38Monster Love #3, and moreNovember 30, 2022In a search for people who say "gesu" at the end of their sentences — people who obviously don’t exis. Will you end up believing it when you
  39. S09E39Wednesday Downtown S09E39Monster Love #4, and moreDecember 7, 20226th No matter who views these comedians' funniest moments, they will find them interesting - Monster Love #4: Kuro-chan's Dating Project 'Mo
  40. S09E40Wednesday Downtown S09E40Monster Love #5, and moreDecember 14, 20222nd As long as you say something bad in a positive way, any insult won't get you in trouble. - Monster Love #5: Kuro-chan's dating show 'Mon
  41. S09E41Wednesday Downtown S09E41Monster Love Final EpisodeDecember 21, 2022Kuro-chan's dating show "Monster Love" reaches its final episode, expanded to 90 minutes! Will Kuro-chan find a girlfriend for the first tim

Season 9 ranked & reviewed

Season1043Episodes2023AiredSeason avg
  1. S10E01Wednesday Downtown S10E01Substitute Bead Chain KaraokeJanuary 11, 2023A comedian trapped in a karaoke box deep in the mountains lures out a substitute who seems better at singing than them. They can only escape
  2. S10E02Wednesday Downtown S10E02Smoker's Showdown: The Last One Standing in a Cigarette Endurance Challenge, and moreJanuary 18, 2023Substitute Bead Chain Karaoke – Final Chapter ▼ Win the game held once every hour, and you can smoke and go home immediately... Smoker's Sho
  3. S10E03Wednesday Downtown S10E03A prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit – it's insanely tough, and moreJanuary 25, 2023A prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit. ▼ The theory that no matter how much garlic you eat,
  4. S10E04Wednesday Downtown S10E04Mr. Ossu's 'Ossu! Karate-do' Episode 4, and moreFebruary 1, 2023The theory that in every household in Kumamoto Prefecture, there is always at least one Kumamon – 'You can't go home until you find 100 diff
  5. S10E05Wednesday Downtown S10E05Monster Love 'The Aftermath', and moreFebruary 8, 2023The most pranked person of 2022, the 'Deceived King,' faces a 'Preview Prank'. ▼ Behind the scenes with the couple Kuro-chan and Richi, plus
  6. S10E06Wednesday Downtown S10E06Partner's Gaze-Smoking Area Challenge, and moreFebruary 15, 2023If you hear strong gossip from the person next to you in a smoking area, how many cigarettes will you end up smoking? ▼ Kuro-chan and Richi
  7. S10E07Wednesday Downtown S10E07Eye Mask Removal Challenge, and moreFebruary 22, 2023The theory that it's hard to make your off-duty partner laugh. ▼ A psychological game where you skillfully lead them to... make them remove
  8. S10E08Wednesday Downtown S10E08The theory that encountering the 'Sand-Throwing Old Woman' in your room is the worst scenario, and moreMarch 8, 2023The theory that encountering the 'Sand-Throwing Old Woman' in your room is the worst scenario. ▼ A rude hitchhiking race where you assess th
  9. S10E09Wednesday Downtown S10E09The theory that Wednesday's Downtown is still being illegally uploaded everywhereMarch 22, 2023Introducing the 'Wednesday's Downtown Illegal Upload Ranking' with a screen processed to look like a typical illegal upload!
  10. S10E10Wednesday Downtown S10E10The theory that a 'Fight/Forms' tournament surprisingly gets exciting, and moreMarch 29, 2023How quickly can you clap 100 times without being pointed out? The Showoff King of the Reiwa Era. ▼ The terrifying game of hide-and-seek wher
  11. S10E11Wednesday Downtown S10E11Double Collab Uncle Prank, and moreApril 5, 202324-hour challenge where you must eat the same food as shown on TV. ▼ Two people who each think the other is the prankster end up shooting 'c
  12. S10E12Wednesday Downtown S10E1230-1 Grand Prix 2023April 12, 2023[30-1 Grand Prix] Who is the funniest comedian in 30 seconds? The 3rd champion will be decided through a tournament featuring 40 comedians!
  13. S10E13Wednesday Downtown S10E13Scary theory: meeting a 'new manager' only to get a call from the real one saying, 'I don’t know him'April 19, 2023Top 100 Famous Japanese Celebrities Ranking ▼ What if, on your way to a remote filming location with a man claiming to be the new manager, y
  14. S10E14Wednesday Downtown S10E14The theory that you can identify your partner just by their snoring, whether it's your wife or your comedy partner, and moreApril 26, 2023Six pranks involving mistaken offers, such as thinking it's a 'travel show' only to find it's a show about introducing tabi (traditional soc
  15. S10E15Wednesday Downtown S10E15If there was a ghost behind Cool Poco., the skit would stop at the 'Naa~ni?' part, and more… Everyone's Theory SpecialMay 3, 2023[Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that if a ghost were behind Cool Poco., the skit would stop at the 'Naa~ni?' part. ▼ The theory that
  16. S10E16Wednesday Downtown S10E16The theory that if a trio comedian loses one member and is left alone with the 'useless' one, they won't continue the duo, and moreMay 10, 2023The theory that if a trio comedian loses one member and is left alone with the 'useless' one, they won't continue the duo… Tested with Nelso
  17. S10E17Wednesday Downtown S10E17The theory that it's possible to continue a crazy shoot without the guest noticing, and moreMay 24, 2023The theory that it's possible to continue a crazy shoot, even in a location where no cameras are visible, without the guest noticing. ▼ Can
  18. S10E18Wednesday Downtown S10E182nd Tag Sumo Strongest Duo Championship, and moreMay 31, 2023Subtly, quizzes are posed in daily life... The Smooth Quiz King. ▼ 2nd Tag Sumo Strongest Duo Championship! Which comedian will emerge as th
  19. S10E19Wednesday Downtown S10E192nd 'No One Has Done It Yet' Impersonation ChampionshipJune 7, 2023The 2nd 'No One Has Done It Yet' Impersonation Championship" – An improvised impersonation challenge based on a topic announced on the day o
  20. S10E20Wednesday Downtown S10E20The theory that Mariotto is no longer available anywhere, and moreJune 14, 2023The theory that, after a long time, even though Yoichi Watanabe's speaking pace seems unbelievably slow, you still think 'Well, that's just
  21. S10E21Wednesday Downtown S10E21The theory that Generation Z wouldn't notice if all the footage from the 'crazy Showa era' was fake.June 21, 2023The theory that Generation Z wouldn't notice if all the footage from the 'crazy Showa era' was fake… Comedians perform improvised stories to
  22. S10E22Wednesday Downtown S10E22The theory that even in a situation where your partner has collapsed and the outcome is uncertain, you’ll still get hungry and sleepy as time passes, and moreJune 28, 2023The theory that it's possible to naturally incorporate song lyrics during a lecture. ▼ While staying at a hotel in the countryside, you rece
  23. S10E23Wednesday Downtown S10E23Real Breakup Prank, and moreJuly 5, 2023Using the real breakup of a comedian duo, a prank is set up where the target is informed of this fact in a prank format – 'Real Breakup Pran
  24. S10E24Wednesday Downtown S10E24Comedians' Marriage Old Maid ChallengeJuly 19, 2023Tonight's Special Project! From Kotoge, Morita, Okano, Suga, Mou Naka, Sakai, Watari, and Chance, figure out who is 'actually getting marrie
  25. S10E25Wednesday Downtown S10E25The theory that if you're in costume and the staff reveals you, it's game over, and moreJuly 26, 2023The theory that if you're in costume and the staff reveals you, it's game over. ▼ The theory that if it's a losing sumo move, you can contro
  26. S10E26Wednesday Downtown S10E26The theory that in any industry, you can reach the top from the bottom if you go through three people, and moreAugust 2, 2023The theory that in any industry, you can reach the top from the bottom if you go through three people. ▼ Comedians challenge the 'The Yemone
  27. S10E27Wednesday Downtown S10E27The theory that if commenting 'Do you still have a nose?' after a nose hook prank is a sign of a failed comedian, and moreAugust 9, 2023Can't leave until you can produce a receipt for 7,777 yen without using a calculator or notes. ▼ The theory that commenting 'Do you still ha
  28. S10E28Wednesday Downtown S10E28The theory that no matter how crazy my fiancée's family is, I can't back out after proposingAugust 16, 2023The theory that no matter how crazy my fiancée's family is, I can't back out after proposing.
  29. S10E29Wednesday Downtown S10E291 Million Yen Battle Royal Cage Match, and moreSeptember 6, 2023In a pro wrestling ring surrounded by a 5-meter-high cage, only the one who can exit while holding the ball containing 1 million yen will wi
  30. S10E30Wednesday Downtown S10E30Masked Man Journey: elimination on reveal, and moreSeptember 13, 2023The Masked Man Journey with 8 participants: guessing each other's identities... eliminated on reveal. ▼ Testing the theory that when a celeb
  31. S10E31Wednesday Downtown S10E31Gathering people wearing the same baseball cap in the street for a baseball showdown, and moreSeptember 20, 2023Gathering people wearing the same baseball cap in the street for a baseball showdown... New York Yankees vs Yomiuri Giants. ▼ Announcing the
  32. S10E32Wednesday Downtown S10E32Wednesday Downtown: Surprising First Appearance SpecialOctober 4, 2023Wednesday Downtown: Surprising First Appearance Special - 10 years since the show's start... A full playback of the surprising and fresh fir
  33. S10E33Wednesday Downtown S10E33Double Match-Fixing Showdown, Episode 4, and moreOctober 11, 2023Both sides were secretly instructed to lose... the Double Match-Fixing Showdown 'A Battle You Absolutely Have to Lose' returns after 3 and a
  34. S10E34Wednesday Downtown S10E34The theory that if you wear a school uniform, you can pass as a high school student no matter your age, and moreOctober 18, 2023The theory that if you wear a school uniform, you can pass as a high school student no matter your age. ▼ Duo Comedian Popularity Gap Rankin
  35. S10E35Wednesday Downtown S10E35The theory that after playing the 'There's someone there' prank, it’s really scary if you come home to find someone in your house due to being off guardOctober 25, 2023The theory that after playing the 'There's someone there' prank, it’s really scary if you come home and find someone in your house due to be
  36. S10E36Wednesday Downtown S10E36The theory that when you're spinning your arm to signal 'Go to home!', a lariat from the third base coach is inevitable - Everyone's Theories SpecialNovember 1, 2023[Everyone's Theories Special] The theory that a lariat from the third base coach is inevitable after spinning your arm to signal 'Go to home
  37. S10E37Wednesday Downtown S10E37The second installment of the prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit — it's an incredibly exhausting theoryNovember 8, 2023The prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit, it's an incredibly exhausting theory - Part 2." Ca
  38. S10E38Wednesday Downtown S10E38he second installment of the prank where you can't escape the world of a mystery drama until you find the culprit — it's an incredibly exhausting theory - Part 2: The Final EpisodeNovember 15, 2023In Nagano and Tokyo, two separate murder cases unfold, each with a new mystery... Will Tsuda and Minamikawa solve the cases and finally esca
  39. S10E39Wednesday Downtown S10E39Tag Sumo Weakest Duo Championship, and moreNovember 22, 2023Tag Sumo Weakest Duo Championship Tournament. ▼Once you smell curry, no matter what obstacles arise, will you end up eating curry anyway?
  40. S10E40Wednesday Downtown S10E40The gamble of whether a customer at Tenkaippin will order 'Kotteri' or 'Assari'November 29, 2023The gamble of whether a customer at Tenkaippin will order 'Kotteri' or 'Assari'. ▼ With the right hairstyle and makeup, anyone can become an
  41. S10E41Wednesday Downtown S10E41Slippery-1 GPDecember 6, 2023The competition to determine Japan's least funny comedian... the unexpected award race 'Slippery-1 GP' kicks off! Comedians with over 16 yea
  42. S10E42Wednesday Downtown S10E42Slippery-1 GP ~ Final RoundDecember 13, 2023Slippery-1 GP ~ Final Round. Who will earn the dishonorable title of 'Japan's Worst Comedian'?
  43. S10E43Wednesday Downtown S10E43A self-proclaimed producer offers to get someone on "Wednesday Downtown" for 1 million yenDecember 20, 2023A suspicious self-proclaimed producer offers "Pay 1 million yen and I'll get you on 'Wednesday Downtown", and the person who actually pays e

Season 10 ranked & reviewed

Season1142Episodes2024AiredSeason avg
  1. S11E01Wednesday Downtown S11E01Episode 1January 10, 2024The theory that if someone fainted at The Beatles' concert in Japan, they still have to keep listening to The Beatles today, or it would be
  2. S11E02Wednesday Downtown S11E02Episode 2January 17, 2024Investigation into the most amazing comments comedians have ever heard, Part 3. ▼ The theory that Chance Ohshiro would surprisingly accept i
  3. S11E03Wednesday Downtown S11E03Episode 3January 24, 2024You can’t go home until you manage to find four restaurants in a row that have never been featured on a TV location shoot. ▼ Skillfully inco
  4. S11E04Wednesday Downtown S11E04Episode 4January 31, 2024If Kuro-chan can find the 1 million yen hidden in his home within 100 days... he’ll win a cash prize based on the number of days it takes! S
  5. S11E05Wednesday Downtown S11E05Episode 5February 7, 2024A 'prank notification' for the 2023 King of Pranks, the most pranked person of the year! ▼ The classic punishment game takes an unexpected t
  6. S11E06Wednesday Downtown S11E06Episode 6February 14, 2024Gathering comedians known for their habit of taking lots of dressing room bento boxes to go... they’ll face off in a competition where the m
  7. S11E07Wednesday Downtown S11E07Episode 7February 21, 2024The theory that a prankster can’t easily confess, no matter how close they are to being found out. ▼ Does something exist that has a 100:0 r
  8. S11E08Wednesday Downtown S11E08Episode 8February 28, 2024[Panelists' Theory Testing Special] The panelists release the theories they discussed in the opening talk all at once for the first time in
  9. S11E09Wednesday Downtown S11E09Episode 9March 6, 2024Carrying out pranks with incredible beauty benefits in various patterns.
  10. S11E10Wednesday Downtown S11E10Episode 10March 13, 2024‘Living a life where you can’t escape until you’ve transcribed all the lyrics to Kiyoharu’s new song’ — Kishitaka challenges the highest dif
  11. S11E11Wednesday Downtown S11E11Episode 11March 20, 2024‘Living a life where you can’t escape until you’ve transcribed all the lyrics to Kiyoharu’s new song’ — Kishitaka challenges the highest dif
  12. S11E12Wednesday Downtown S11E12Episode 12March 27, 2024The theory that Mambo No. 5 is effective in any situation.
  13. S11E13Wednesday Downtown S11E13Episode 13April 3, 2024The theory that it’s scarier when an angry manager appears at a haunted spot than when a ghost shows up. ▼ The theory that if you see a pers
  14. S11E14Wednesday Downtown S11E14Episode 14April 17, 2024[30-1 Grand Prix] Who is the funniest comedian in 30 seconds? A tournament featuring 40 comedian groups will determine the fourth champion!
  15. S11E15Wednesday Downtown S11E15Episode 15April 24, 202410th Anniversary Special Project: Announcing the 'Most Loved Theory' chosen by viewers and participants! What is the most popular theory ove
  16. S11E16Wednesday Downtown S11E16Episode 16May 1, 2024The theory that if you say ‘Next time, it’s real…’ after revealing a honey trap, it’s possible to keep hitting the same target repeatedly. ▼
  17. S11E17Wednesday Downtown S11E17Episode 17May 8, 2024[Everyone's Theories Special] The theory that when Kuro-chan wakes up while being suspended from the ceiling, if he looks down to see himsel
  18. S11E18Wednesday Downtown S11E18Episode 18May 15, 2024The theory that once you take a suspiciously high-paying job, no matter how much it smells like crime or seems like a shady side job, there’
  19. S11E19Wednesday Downtown S11E19Episode 19May 22, 2024Comedians take to the streets to create their own two-choice quizzes! They quiz each other in the 'Street Two-Choice Quiz' ▼ The theory that
  20. S11E20Wednesday Downtown S11E20Episode 20May 29, 2024‘Tag Sumo Strongest Duo Championship’ holds its third event, and an unexpected situation arises! ▼ The team’s total limit for teeth is up to
  21. S11E21Wednesday Downtown S11E21Episode 21June 12, 2024Find people who seem to have easily guessable nicknames, and send their photos to the contestants! 'Can’t go home until you guess the nickna
  22. S11E22Wednesday Downtown S11E22Episode 22June 19, 2024The final chapter of the psychological battle 'Electric Chair Game,' where participants set electric currents on 12 chairs. ▼ The theory tha
  23. S11E23Wednesday Downtown S11E23Episode 23June 26, 2024A journey where masked participants try to guess each other's identities... if discovered, they’re immediately eliminated — Masked Traveler,
  24. S11E24Wednesday Downtown S11E24Episode 24July 10, 2024A location shoot where someone goes to apologize to people they wronged in the past, expecting forgiveness... only to be met with anger just
  25. S11E25Wednesday Downtown S11E25Episode 25July 17, 2024What if, during a shoot where you negotiate filming permissions yourself, every place turns you down? ▼ The theory that if a drunk old man c
  26. S11E26Wednesday Downtown S11E26Episode 26July 24, 2024What if, during prank monitoring, you unexpectedly witness 'a dressing room thief' or discover another dark side of the target? ▼ The theory
  27. S11E27Wednesday Downtown S11E27Episode 27July 31, 2024The theory that if you travel north collecting discarded acrylic partitions used for COVID-19 precautions, you could eventually build a boat
  28. S11E28Wednesday Downtown S11E28Episode 28August 14, 2024A location shoot where someone goes to apologize to people they wronged in the past, expecting forgiveness… only to be met with the same lev
  29. S11E29Wednesday Downtown S11E29Episode 29August 21, 2024A social experiment where a rumor is spread to three comedians known for their loose lips, telling them that 'Wednesday's Downtown is ending
  30. S11E30Wednesday Downtown S11E30Episode 30August 28, 2024What if there’s a place still fully using COVID-19 precautions like acrylic partitions and face shields? Plus, an over-the-top COVID-19 prec
  31. S11E31Wednesday Downtown S11E31Episode 31September 4, 2024An extremely tough challenge where you have to eat one bowl of ramen every time you pass a ramen shop: 'National Route Ramen Marathon' ▼ The
  32. S11E32Wednesday Downtown S11E32Episode 32September 11, 2024The theory that if someone is attacked by a thug the day after learning self-defense techniques during a shoot, they would at least try to u
  33. S11E33Wednesday Downtown S11E33Episode 33September 18, 2024Announcing the ranking of how many times each participant's home has appeared on the show over the past 10 years! Who will take the second p
  34. S11E34Wednesday Downtown S11E34Episode 34October 2, 2024How flashy can you lose your memory without the target noticing? The Memory Loss King Competition ▼ The theory that once Ōtsuru Himan gets d
  35. S11E35Wednesday Downtown S11E35Episode 35October 9, 2024The 10th 'Parody Song Strongest Tournament' — the judges are Hanshin Tigers fans ▼ The theory that when you meet celebrities in person, they
  36. S11E36Wednesday Downtown S11E36Episode 36October 16, 2024Four comedians face off in a four-way, irregular competition... taking on a 24-hour 'insomniac futsal' challenge! Who will overcome betrayal
  37. S11E37Wednesday Downtown S11E37Episode 37October 30, 2024[Everyone's Theory Special] The theory that people riding bicycles in the rain have a fierce expression. ▼ The theory that if a child brings
  38. S11E38Wednesday Downtown S11E38Episode 38November 6, 2024A psychological battle where electric currents are set up on 12 chairs... The Electric Chair Game tournament kicks off! ▼ The theory that pe
  39. S11E39Wednesday Downtown S11E39Fixed costume comedian, and moreNovember 13, 2024Fixed costume comedian: What happens if their costume gets dirty during a shoot the day before the M-1 preliminaries? ▼ Atsushi Onita: The t
  40. S11E40Wednesday Downtown S11E40Electric Chair Game Tournament, Round 1, Match 2, and moreNovember 20, 2024Electric Chair Game Tournament, Match 2: 'Gekidan Hitori vs. Yoichi Okano' ▼ The theory that if you chase an airplane flying in the sky, you
  41. S11E41Wednesday Downtown S11E41Detective Tsuda, Episode 3December 11, 2024The theory that celebrity yearbooks can be surprisingly easy to obtain if you go to their hometown... and in the course of this, a murder oc
  42. S11E42Wednesday Downtown S11E42Detective Tsuda, Episode 3: Phantom Thief vs. Famous Detective – The Song of the Swan Under SiegeDecember 18, 2024During the program recording, an unexpected murder occurs! The famous detective Tsuda, who happens to be at the scene, steps up to solve the

Season 11 ranked & reviewed

Season1244Episodes2025AiredSeason avg
  1. S12E01Wednesday Downtown S12E01Episode 1January 8, 2025New Year's Kuro-chan Real Life Sugoroku Part 1 Without his knowledge, participants are asked to choose numbers from 1 to 6 in their daily l
  2. S12E02Episode 2January 15, 2025New Year's Kuro-chan Real Life Sugoroku Part 2 Kuro-chan's New Year's Real Life Sugoroku" - Filmed secretly and played for three months! Wi
  3. S12E03Wednesday Downtown S12E03Episode 3January 22, 2025New Year's Kuro-chan Real Life Sugoroku Part 3 The goal of the "Real Life Sugoroku" game was "Proposal"! Can Kuro-chan propose to his girlf
  4. S12E04Wednesday Downtown S12E04Episode 4January 29, 20252024 Preview Prank The "King of Being Pranked the Most in 2024" will face the annual "1-Week Warning Prank" Preaching and telling ghost sto
  5. S12E05Wednesday Downtown S12E05Episode 5February 5, 2025Electric Chair Game Tournament Round 1 Match 3 "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Round 1, Match 3: "Chihara Junior vs. Fujimoto Toshiaki" Fi
  6. S12E06Wednesday Downtown S12E06Episode 6February 19, 2025Hyoroku and Kenken's Winter Vacation Part 1 A long-term prank is pulled on Hyoroku, a man whose true face no one has ever seen... to put hi
  7. S12E07Wednesday Downtown S12E07Episode 7February 26, 2025Hyoroku and Kenken's Winter Vacation Part 2 The final check on Hyoroku's character: "Hyoroku and Kenken's Winter Vacation" concludes... Thr
  8. S12E08Wednesday Downtown S12E08Episode 8March 5, 2025Appearance Rate Ranking We calculated the "Wednesday rate" of each cast member's total TV appearances and created a "Wednesday Downtown App
  9. S12E09Wednesday Downtown S12E09Episode 9March 12, 2025Electric Chair Game Tournament Round 1 Match 4 The fourth match of the first round of the "Electric Chair Game" tournament: "Koji Imada vs.
  10. S12E10Wednesday Downtown S12E10Episode 10March 19, 2025Electric Chair Game Tournament Semifinal Match 1 "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Semifinal Match 1: "Koyabu Kazutoyo vs. Okano Yoichi." Th
  11. S12E11Wednesday Downtown S12E11Episode 11March 26, 2025"Emergency Live Broadcast" Everyone's Theory Submission Special An emergency live broadcast of "Everyone's Theory Submission Special"! We'r
  12. S12E12Wednesday Downtown S12E12Episode 12April 9, 2025Everyone's Theories Special The theory that if you're told to "buy 2 or 3," you should buy 3. The theory that if you cut squid into squares
  13. S12E13Wednesday Downtown S12E13Episode 13April 16, 2025Electric Chair Game Tournament Semifinal Match 2 "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Semifinal Match 2: "Chihara Junior vs. Imada Koji." The t
  14. S12E14Wednesday Downtown S12E14Episode 14April 23, 2025Bare-handed moped chicken race "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Final: "Koyabu Kazutoyo vs. Chihara Junior." The theory that a honey trap c
  15. S12E15Wednesday Downtown S12E15Episode 15April 30, 2025Electric Chair Game Tournament Finals "Electric Chair Game" Tournament Final: "Koyabu Kazutoyo vs. Chihara Junior" ▼ The theory that a hone
  16. S12E16Wednesday Downtown S12E16Episode 16May 7, 2025Grand Prix 2025 Who is the funniest comedian in 30 seconds? The 5th champion will be decided in a tournament featuring 40 comedy acts! Judg
  17. S12E17Wednesday Downtown S12E17Episode 17May 14, 2025A real prank on the substitute MC You can't go home until you've memorized the names of all the cats in the cat house. Offers to comedians
  18. S12E18Wednesday Downtown S12E18Episode 18May 21, 2025Sushi Battle 2nd Generation Tsutomu Sekine Championship. You can either stack the sushi plates you eat in your own territory or throw them
  19. S12E19Wednesday Downtown S12E19Episode 19June 4, 2025Tenkaippin's "Rich" or "Light" Ramen Gamble The idea that Yuko Ogura's stance is "Korin Star really exists, but I'm pretending it was just
  20. S12E20Episode 20June 11, 2025Next Generation Reaction King Discovery Tournament. We're holding a tournament to discover the next generation of reaction kings! Young com
  21. S12E21Wednesday Downtown S12E21Episode 21June 18, 2025Indians name change prank Comedians Indians are asked to change their group name by a Native American-looking group... an unexpected protes
  22. S12E22Wednesday Downtown S12E22Episode 22June 25, 2025Masked Man Journey: Elimination if Identity is Revealed, Part 3 A masked man's journey where contestants try to guess each other's identiti
  23. S12E23Wednesday Downtown S12E23Episode 23July 9, 2025The theory that it's possible to gain weight on a deserted island - Part 1 The "Can You Gain Weight on a Deserted Island?" Theory: A weight
  24. S12E24Wednesday Downtown S12E24Episode 24July 16, 2025The theory that it's possible to gain weight on a deserted island - Part 2 A 24-hour desert island weight gain challenge with a loser-elimi
  25. S12E25Wednesday Downtown S12E25Episode 25July 23, 2025The theory that every town has its own memorable old man. Based on the theory that "every town has its own quirky old man," we gathered inf
  26. S12E26Wednesday Downtown S12E26Episode 26July 30, 2025Kuro-chan, if he woke up by a river and his deceased father was on the other side, he would think he was on the brink of death. A "school so
  27. S12E27Wednesday Downtown S12E27Episode 27August 6, 2025Even during a sermon, personal safety is still the top priority. If you were in danger while being lectured by a senior colleague, how long
  28. S12E28Wednesday Downtown S12E28Episode 28August 13, 2025Full Stomach x Rock-Paper-Scissors. Based on "Janken Glico"... If you lose, you have to eat all the food on the card you played! A competit
  29. S12E29Wednesday Downtown S12E29Episode 29August 20, 2025National Highway Ramen Marathon 3 The "National Highway Ramen Marathon": You must eat a bowl of ramen every time you pass a ramen shop. Pop
  30. S12E30Wednesday Downtown S12E30Episode 30August 27, 2025The theory that comedians can perfectly react to situations that mirror their own jokes if they happen in reality - Part 3 The theory that
  31. S12E31Wednesday Downtown S12E31Episode 31September 3, 2025The theory that if you walk to the foot of Mt. Fuji picking up fallen hairs along the way, you can make winter clothing out of those hairs a
  32. S12E32Wednesday Downtown S12E32Episode 32September 10, 2025GPS Ball Scramble Use location information to find the seven GPS balls scattered across the land! Who will collect all the balls and have t
  33. S12E33Wednesday Downtown S12E33Episode 33September 24, 2025The theory that comedians who specialize in making witty remarks are always in the mood to make them retort, even in their daily lives (Part
  34. S12E34Wednesday Downtown S12E34Episode 34October 1, 2025Everyone's Theories Special The theory that if you soak one hand in soy sauce for a day to create a "soy sauce poisoned hand," you won't ne
  35. S12E35Wednesday Downtown S12E35Episode 35October 8, 2025Street Look-alike Guessing Contest Find someone who looks like a celebrity in town and present them to your partner! A team battle where yo
  36. S12E36Wednesday Downtown S12E36Episode 36October 15, 2025Theory Doubt We're holding a card game called "Theory Doubt" to determine whether it's a true theory that's been verified in the past, or a
  37. S12E37Wednesday Downtown S12E37Episode 37October 22, 2025Full Stomach x Rock-Paper-Scissors Match 2 If you lose, you have to eat all the food on the card you played! The eating psychological battl
  38. S12E38Wednesday Downtown S12E38Episode 38November 5, 2025Paper airplane x high dive catch Can you throw a paper airplane from a 10-meter diving board and dive in yourself, catching it before it hi
  39. S12E39Wednesday Downtown S12E39Episode 39November 12, 2025Silent Kuro-chan "Silent Kuro-chan" follows Kuro-chan for a week after he undergoes surgery for vocal cord polyps and is unable to speak. T
  40. S12E40Wednesday Downtown S12E40Episode 40November 19, 2025If you hear from a senior colleague that they were pranked like this the other day, and then a few days later you find yourself in the exact
  41. S12E41Wednesday Downtown S12E41Episode 41November 26, 2025Electric Chair Game: Gekidan Hitori vs. Tsuda Atsuhiro The 11th Parody Song Ultimate Tournament! This time's judges are active professional
  42. S12E42Wednesday Downtown S12E42Episode 42December 3, 2025Detective Tsuda "Long Sleeves" Special To commemorate the nomination of "Please give me long sleeves" for the Buzzword of the Year award, w
  43. S12E43Wednesday Downtown S12E43Episode 43December 10, 2025Detective Tsuda Episode 4 ~The Electric Trap and the 100-Year Prayer Part 1 During the filming of the "Electric Chair Game," Gekidan Hitori
  44. S12E44Wednesday Downtown S12E44Episode 44December 17, 2025Detective Tsuda, Episode 4: The Electric Trap and a 100-Year Prayer Part 2 Atsuhiro Tsuda and Minamikawa travel 100 years back in time via

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  1. S13E01Wednesday Downtown S13E01Episode 1January 7, 2026Electric Chair Game 2025 "Tetsuya Morita vs. Hiroshi Yamazaki" "Electric Chair Game 2025" Saraba Seishun no Hikari's Morita vs. Aiseki Star
  2. S13E02Wednesday Downtown S13E02Episode 2January 21, 2026[Emergency Live Broadcast] Kishitakano Takano's 10m High Dive Revenge
  3. S13E03Wednesday Downtown S13E03Episode 3January 28, 2026Kishitakano Takano's 10m high dive revenge (week 2)
  4. S13E04Wednesday Downtown S13E04Episode 4February 4, 2026The theory that it's extremely difficult to fart and burp at the same time. What would happen if Pumpkin Potato Fries, who reunited just si
  5. S13E05Wednesday Downtown S13E05Episode 5February 11, 20262025 Preview Prank The "King of Being Pranked the Most in 2025" will be subjected to the annual "1-Week Warning Prank." A "Club Activity Ca
  6. S13E06Wednesday Downtown S13E06Episode 6February 18, 2026Finding the difference in a picture becomes twice as difficult if the two pictures are placed far apart. Comedians can perfectly deliver a
  7. S13E07Wednesday Downtown S13E07Episode 7February 25, 2026Nelson's Aoyama's Proposal Prank Nelson's Aoyama was planning a surprise flash mob proposal to his long-term girlfriend... but the surprise
  8. S13E08Wednesday Downtown S13E08Episode 8March 11, 2026WBC Opening Day Commemorative Special To commemorate the start of the WBC, we reinvestigated baseball-related theories and projects! What s

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