Series

The Meaning of Life

★ 7.0(1)20091h 0m13 seasons

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Good to know

Release date: 2009-04-19
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Seasons: 13
Episodes: 77
Network: RTÉ One
Status: Returning Series

About The Meaning of Life

The Meaning of Life is a 2009 web series, starring Gay Byrne. It spans 13 seasons and 77 episodes, and originally aired on RTÉ One. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Meaning of Life in Taiwan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Meaning of Life is an Irish television programme, the first series of which was broadcast on RTÉ One in 2009. It is presented by the veteran broadcaster Gay Byrne. Each episode involves Byrne interviewing a well-known public figure. The series is broadcast each Sunday night at 22:20. In 2010 The Meaning of Life returned for both a second and, later, a third series. Interviews with former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern and actors Gabriel Byrne and Brenda Fricker during the second series attracted media attention when they spoke of their religious habits and child sexual abuse respectively. Gay Byrne appeared on The Late Late Show on 18 December 2009 to discuss the programme. A fourth series soon followed. Then a fifth series from January 2012. And a sixth in October 2012. And a seventh in January 2013.

Seasons (13)

Season 16 eps · 2009

Season 26 eps · 2010

Season 36 eps · 2010

Season 46 eps · 2011

Season 56 eps · 2012

Season 65 eps · 2012

Season 77 eps · 2013

Season 85 eps · 2013

Season 96 eps · 2014

Season 106 eps · 2015

Season 116 eps · 2015

Season 126 eps · 2016

Season 136 eps · 2016

Cast

Gay Byrne

Self

Themes & keywords

interviewreligiongay byrne

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Meaning of Life in Taiwan?+

The Meaning of Life is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Taiwan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Meaning of Life on Netflix?+

The Meaning of Life is not on Netflix in Taiwan right now.

How many seasons of The Meaning of Life are there?+

The Meaning of Life has 13 seasons and 77 episodes in total.

Who stars in The Meaning of Life?+

The Meaning of Life stars Gay Byrne.

When did The Meaning of Life come out?+

The Meaning of Life is a 2009 web series.