International Joke Off is a show which pits two comedians off against each other in a joke off challenge, with a host adjudicating the comedic action. The joke challenges include:
The show also includes stand-up performances from the comedians who are competing, as well as local guest comedians.
- Topics that have been suggested on social media before the show, and the competitors have jokes prepared.
- Audience topics gathered at the beginning of the show, and the competitors have written jokes during the show.
- Audience topics that competitors have to think of jokes for on the spot, while at the microphone.
The show also includes stand-up performances from the comedians who are competing, as well as local guest comedians.