The games included stand-up comedy, improvisation, and sketch comedy. The teams were also given a series of challenges to complete, such as creating a rap song about the history of the world and building a giant sandcastle.
One Big Hit was a critical and commercial success, and was nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Entertainment Show in 1999. The show's success led to the creation of a spin-off series, One Big Happy, which aired on ITV in 2000.