Jeremy Clarkson's Millionaire Show Secures New Series on ITV
In exciting news for television enthusiasts, Jeremy Clarkson is set to return as the host of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? for another series on ITV. The former Top Gear star, who has fronted the popular game show since its revival in 2018, will continue to lead the programme, much to the delight of fans across the UK.
Audition Details and Broadcast Timeline
ITV has officially announced the renewal on its applications page, actively seeking contestants to participate in the upcoming instalment. The broadcaster has outlined that the audition and casting period will run from July 13 to October 30 this year, indicating that new episodes are scheduled to air in 2027. This development comes just ahead of the next series premiere on April 26, which promises to deliver high-stakes action and intense gameplay.
Dramatic Moments and Prize Highlights
Viewers can anticipate a thrilling season, with ITV teasing that two contestants will navigate their way to the final question, and at least one of them could walk away with the coveted £1 million prize. Historically, only six contestants in the show's UK run have claimed the top cash award, with just one winner since Clarkson took over hosting duties. The new series is billed as "the most dramatic series yet," featuring a moment where a contestant suffers one of the biggest losses in the show's history, dramatically forfeiting £186,000 in a single instance.
Clarkson's Excitement and Series Synopsis
Jeremy Clarkson expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming series, stating, "I think this may be my favourite series so far. Seeing two people get to the £1 million question was extraordinary. When they're sitting there on that final question, the tension in the studio is incredible, you can really feel it. Can't wait for people to watch it." A synopsis for the 36th series hints at further unforgettable moments, with the opening episode designed to grip audiences from the start.
The description reads: "The nail-biting new series will see contestants once again attempt to climb the famous Million Pound Money Ladder, using their lifelines—Ask the Audience, 50:50, Ask the Host, and Phone a Friend—in a bid to secure life-changing winnings. Whilst details of the contestants and their gameplay are being kept tightly under wraps, viewers will be left wondering whether one or more contestants will join the elite group who have won the coveted £1 million prize in the show's UK history. The new run begins with a gripping opening episode that sets the tone for a series packed with tension, high-stakes decisions, and unforgettable moments."
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? returns on Sunday, April 26, at 8pm on ITV1, marking another chapter in this long-running television favourite.
