Improv game show

Possibly one of the most entertaining (and certainly one of the least predictable) genres in television is improv comedies.

Best improv tv shows

Whether the show is focused solely on improv or the series is at least partially unscripted, giving the stars a chance to come up with their lines on the fly, these comedies bring something special to the table.

A surprising number of popular shows at least include an aspect of improv, while some are known for this form of comedy specifically.

Here is a look at some of the best TV shows featuring improv.

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Possibly the most quintessential example of improv television is Whose Line Is It Anyway? Featuring the likes of Ryan Stiles and Colin Mochrie, and hosted by Drew Carey in the US version, comedians are put to the test in each and every episode.

The premise focuses on giving the show participants different prompts and challenges, and they have to rely on their wits and improv chops to entertain the audience.

Drew Carey’s Improv-A-Ganza

A show with a fairly short run, Drew Carey’s Improv-A-Ganza came after the departure of Who