The show is filmed at BBC Television Centre—wait, no. That’s the old answer. Let me correct myself before you Google it. The current home is The London Studios, right on the Southbank of the Thames. Yes, the same building that used to house This Morning and a bunch of other British TV icons. Fancy, right?
More specifically, it’s in Studio 1, which is the biggest and swankiest room in the complex. Picture a cavern full of velvet, lights, and the ghost of a thousand gossipy conversations. That’s your venue. It seats about 750 people, but it feels like a crowded house party where everyone knows the host.
Why Southbank? Because London. It’s the cultural artery of the city—museums, theatres, and riverside views. Graham probably waves at Big Ben on his way in. It’s a power move, honestly.
The Red Sofa Is a Character
Let’s talk about the elephant—or rather, the sofa—in the room. That iconic red couch isn’t just furniture; it’s a celebrity magnet. It’s so famous it deserves its own Instagram. But the sofa sits in a studio that’s surprisingly compact. You’d think it’s a massive arena, but it’s more like a cozy theater.
The set is designed to feel intimate, like you’re eavesdropping on famous friends at a dinner party. The audience is packed in tight, the drinks are real (yes, they drink on set—I’m jealous), and the whole thing is filmed in one chaotic, live-to-tape burst. No pressure, right?
Oh, and fun fact: The studio used to belong to the ITV network before the BBC took it over in 2019. So, the room has seen a lot of British TV history. It’s practically a museum of punchlines and awkward pauses.
