Alex Horne fuels fan theories by confirming ‘Oscar winner’ contestant is coming to Taskmaster
Alex Horne fuels fan theories by confirming ‘Oscar winner’ contestant is coming to Taskmaster
Before the launch of Taskmaster Series 21, Little Alex Horne has already sparked speculation about the show’s upcoming direction, hinting at the arrival of five fresh faces. These newcomers will compete for a towering replica of Greg Davies’ iconic golden bonce, which is awarded to the series’ victor.
One standout mention was Kumail Nanjiani, whose potential to create an unprecedented moment in the series has already ignited excitement among fans. Meanwhile, Alex’s comments about an Oscar-winning figure in a future series have fans eagerly guessing which A-list celebrity might soon join the competition.
Social media frenzy over potential star
The revelation quickly generated a flurry of reactions on social media platforms, with Olivia Colman emerging as the most popular theory. The 2019 Oscar winner for her portrayal of Queen Anne in *The Favourite* has a strong history in British comedy, notably her work on *Peep Show* with David Mitchell and Robert Webb.
“Her participation would be amazing,” wrote user ArcXivix on Reddit, while citrustaxonomy added, “she’d be so fun!”
Colman’s recent appearance on a festive edition of *The Great British Bake-Off*, alongside fellow *Peep Show* cast members, has further fueled speculation about her possible return to Channel 4.
Other contenders in the spotlight
Some fans have ventured into more speculative territory, suggesting that Peter Capaldi’s 1995 Academy Award for best live-action short film could position him as a contender. “The 12th Doctor and King Hydroflax rematch we’ve been waiting for,” wrote geek_of_natue, referencing Greg Davies’ role in a 2015 *Doctor Who* episode.
“Greg Davies would definitely treat him like a naughty schoolboy,” joked teddymeed.
Others pointed to Dame Emma Thompson, who has claimed two Oscars—best actress for *Howard’s End* and best supporting actress for *Sense and Sensibility*—and has a background in British television comedy. “If it was something she wanted to do, she would,” noted Mundane-Parsnip-7302, highlighting her past episode of *QI*.
Riz Ahmed, whose 2022 Academy Award for best short film has bolstered his profile, is another name fans are throwing into the mix, citing his comedic pedigree and connection to a current Taskmaster contestant. TomClark23 agreed, describing the possibility as “a very strong shout.”
Meanwhile, Kate Winslet, who earned an Academy Award for her role in *The Reader*, has also been mentioned. Some noted her earlier work on *Ricky Gervais’s Extras* and her reality show experience, suggesting she could bring a unique flair to the competition.
Daniel Kaluuya, who gained fame through British comedy and later earned an Oscar for his role in *Judas and the Black Messiah*, has also been speculated as a possible candidate, with fans highlighting his versatility and star power.
