Where did catch up tv come from? I always wondered who came up with the idea of catch up TV. I mean it is such a brilliant idea that has only really just started to become more popular with the major broadcasters. I guess it is to try and combat all the piracy that goes on with different television programs on the internet. If there is a legitimate way to watch the programs and films that you have missed on the internet after they have been on tv that is easier then downloading them illegally, then a lot of people will definitely go for the legitimate route rather then the downloading them illegally. And these catch up tv services are a great way to combat this. And it is great for all customers who are paying for tv but who are missing their favourite programs due to other commitments in life.