Um, Actually...

"Um, Actually..." turns pedantic fandom into a televised sport, where superfans earn points by spotting and correcting tiny mistakes in pop culture statements. Contestants hear quick-fire claims about movies, comics, TV, and games, then buzz in to identify the error and offer the precise fix, winning on accuracy and speed. The pacing is relentless, with rounds designed to reward obsessive recall and reflexive correction rather than personal drama. Episodes stick to the game: fact-checking, reactions, and gloating over who knows the most minutiae, all presented with a playful tone that keeps the mood competitive but light.

Created by Mike Trapp and released in 2018, the show adapts trivia-panel energy for serialized reality competition, aimed at both television and online audiences.

It wasn't a major awards contender, but niche reviewers and fans often highlighted its clever format. Any recognition tended to come from online communities and specialty outlets rather than mainstream industry prizes.

Short clips of contestants calling out minute errors circulated on social feeds, helping the series build a loyal cult audience among fandom circles. Its quick-correction format influenced how some online trivia clips are edited and shared, giving rise to similar fast-paced geeky segments across streaming platforms.

Critical and fan reaction focused on the show’s brisk tempo and celebration of obsessive knowledge, reflected in a high user rating, 9.5/10 from a small number of votes. Themes include fandom pride, competitive nitpicking, and the pleasure of precision, with humor and respect for the source material keeping contests entertaining instead of mean spirited.