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Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Pointless, The Apprentice and The 1% Club are looking for TV contestants right now
ITV and BBC are looking for fresh faces to participate in various different TV shows Ever dreamed of bagging the cash jackpot on Pointless, or thought you'd do a decent job at The 1% Club? Turns out, that might just be a possibility. Behind-the-scenes staff at ITV and BBC are now recruiting contestants for these shows and many others that entertain Brits across the nation. MasterChef, The Apprentice and even Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? are among those currently accepting applications - but it's crucial to submit before the deadline. Below, the Mirror has delved into the various opportunities up for grabs right now and how you can apply. While it's not an exhaustive list, it could be the sign you need to jump off the couch and start playing for real stakes in front of the camera. BBC - Pointless Hosted by Alexander Armstrong, Pointless is a quiz show where contestants strive to achieve the lowest score by recalling obscure general knowledge that others can't think of. The winning jackpot typically starts at £1,000 and increases with each 'pointless answer' achieved. If this sounds like something you'd love to try, you can currently apply to take part by completing a form available on the BBC's website. Applicants must be 18 years or older and should be comfortable sharing personal details about themselves. The Pointless casting call reads: "Do you have a friend, colleague or family member who knows the obscurest of information? Or is that person you? "Then you're in the right place! Apply now for the new series of BBC1's Pointless to be in with a chance of winning the show jackpot and a coveted Pointless trophy!" The application deadline is on Friday, September 12 at 11:59pm. Further information can be found here. ITV - The 1% Club The 1% Club is a quiz show on ITV in which contestants answer questions focused on logic and common sense instead of general knowledge. It is presented by comedian Lee Mack and offers a top prize of up to £100,000. Whilst ITV is looking for people of all abilities to participate in The 1% Club's fifth series, they must meet specific criteria to be eligible. This includes: You must be aged 18 or over. You must not have appeared or taken part in The 1% Club before. You do not work or have not worked for Magnum Media or ITV or know anyone who does. You must be a legal resident of the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands, or the Isle of Man and currently living there. The casting call also adds: "You are free to film at our studio in Manchester for one day between Wednesday 8th October 2025 and Thursday 29th October 2025. You must be able to make suitable travel arrangements to and from studio as we do not cover any travel or hotel costs. "We encourage people from all ethnic backgrounds, sexuality and those who are D/deaf and/ or disabled to apply as we want to show a true representation of the UK. If you have any access requirements in order to complete the application, please contact casting@ Those interested in The 1% Club can apply online here. Applications must be filed by September 26, 2025. BBC - The Apprentice If you think you've got what it takes to be Lord Alan Sugar's next business partner, then you might be in luck. The BBC is seeking its next batch of candidates for The Apprentice, where participants will compete in 12 challenging tasks to secure a life-changing opportunity. The BBC's casting call explains: "Could you be his next investment? If you think you've got the talent and confidence to impress Britain's toughest backer, the process starts here. The winning candidate will receive an investment of up to £250,000 and will go into a 50:50 business with Lord Sugar." As of now, Lord Sugar has already invested over £3,000,000 in business start-ups through The Apprentice. If you think it's worth a shot, head to the BBC's website and complete an application form. Participants must be aged 18 and over, and must file their forms by 11:59pm on January 11, 2026. Additional details may be found here. ITV - Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Jeremy Clarkson is making a comeback with a new series of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, and ITV is on the lookout for contestants who believe they can bag the £1 million jackpot. Those interested, who must be 18 and over, should apply online by October 24, 2025. Auditions and casting procedures have been taking place from July 1 and will continue until November 7, 2025. "If you would like the chance to sit opposite Jeremy in the world-famous Hotseat then please APPLY HERE!" the casting call reads. "YOU could be just 15 questions away from becoming a Millionaire!" Additional details can be found here. Other opportunities available Anyone keen to participate in an ITV or BBC show should check out their websites, which regularly post updates on casting calls for different series. Other shows currently recruiting include: BBC - MasterChef ITV - Wheel of Fortune ITV - Bullseye BBC - People Watching BBC - Only Connect BBC - I Kissed A Girl BBC - Bargain Hunt
Wales Online
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? and Pointless among shows seeking contestants now
Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? and Pointless among shows seeking contestants now ITV and BBC are currently on the hunt for contestants to take part in some of the nation's favourite shows WalesOnline has delved into the various opportunities up for grabs right now and how you can apply (Image: Getty Images/Tetra images RF) Ever fancied your chances at winning the jackpot on Pointless, or think you could hold your own on The 1% Club? Well, it seems that dream might not be as far-fetched as you think. ITV and BBC are currently on the hunt for contestants to take part in some of the nation's favourite shows. From MasterChef to The Apprentice, and even Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved - but make sure you apply before their deadlines. WalesOnline has compiled a list of all the current contestant opportunities available and how you can apply. While it's not an exhaustive list, it could be just the push you need to swap your sofa for the spotlight. BBC - Pointless Presented by Alexander Armstrong, Pointless is a quiz show where the aim of the game is to score as few points as possible by coming up with the answers that no one else can think of. The jackpot starts at £1,000 and increases with each 'pointless answer' achieved. If this sounds like your kind of thing, you can apply to take part by filling out a form on the BBC's website. Applicants must be 18 years or older and comfortable sharing personal details about themselves. The Pointless casting call reads: "Do you have a friend, colleague or family member who knows the obscurest of information? Or is that person you? Article continues below "Then you're in the right place! Apply now for the new series of BBC1's Pointless to be in with a chance of winning the show jackpot and a coveted Pointless trophy!" Applications must be submitted by Friday, September 12 at 11:59pm. Additional details can be accessed here. BBC - The Apprentice If you believe you have what it takes to become Lord Alan Sugar's next business associate, then you could be in luck. The BBC is hunting for its next group of hopefuls for The Apprentice, where contestants will battle through 12 demanding challenges to claim a life-changing opportunity. The BBC's recruitment notice states: "Could you be his next investment? If you think you've got the talent and confidence to impress Britain's toughest backer, the process starts here. The winning candidate will receive an investment of up to £250,000 and will go into a 50:50 business with Lord Sugar." Lord Sugar has already pumped over £3,000,000 into business ventures through The Apprentice. If you think it's worth attempting, visit the BBC's website and fill out an application form. Contestants must be 18 or older and submit their forms by 11:59pm on January 11, 2026. Further information may be found here. ITV - The 1% Club The 1% Club is a quiz programme on ITV where participants tackle questions based on logic and common sense rather than general knowledge. Comedian Lee Mack presents the show, which features a maximum prize of £100,000. While ITV welcomes applicants of varying abilities for The 1% Club's fifth series, candidates must satisfy particular requirements for eligibility. These include: The casting notice further specifies: "You are free to film at our studio in Manchester for one day between Wednesday 8th October 2025 and Thursday 29th October 2025. You must be able to make suitable travel arrangements to and from studio as we do not cover any travel or hotel costs. "We encourage people from all ethnic backgrounds, sexuality and those who are D/deaf and/ or disabled to apply as we want to show a true representation of the UK. If you have any access requirements in order to complete the application, please contact casting@ Those interested in The 1% Club can apply online here. Forms must be submitted by September 26, 2025. Further information can also be found on ITV's website. ITV - Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Jeremy Clarkson is returning with a fresh series of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, and ITV is searching for participants who think they can secure the £1 million prize. Applicants, who must be aged 18 or above, need to register online before October 24, 2025. Audition and selection processes began on July 1 and will run through to November 7, 2025. "If you would like the chance to sit opposite Jeremy in the world-famous Hotseat then please APPLY HERE!" the casting call reads. "YOU could be just 15 questions away from becoming a Millionaire!" Further information is available here. Additional chances on offer Anyone eager to take part in an ITV or BBC show should visit their websites, which frequently publish updates regarding casting opportunities for various series. Other programmes currently seeking participants include: BBC - MasterChef ITV - Wheel of Fortune ITV - Bullseye BBC - People Watching BBC - Only Connect BBC - I Kissed A Girl BBC - Bargain Hunt Article continues below What do you think? Let us know in the comment section below Get all the hottest shopping deals, cash-saving tips and money news straight to your phone by joining our new WhatsApp Community - The Money Saving Club. Just click this link to join
Daily Mail
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Richard Osman reveals how game shows STOP contestants from winning big money jackpots as broadcasters battle to balance the books
Richard Osman has revealed how gameshows prevent contestants from winning big money to keep costs down. The 54 year old has been the face of a number of programmes including the likes of BBC 's Pointless, Richard Osman's House Of Games and Two Tribes. During an appearance on Marina Hyde's The Rest Is Entertainment podcast, the host gave an insight into why players going home with a big lump sum of cash doesn't happen all the time. Richard said: 'The questions wouldn't be weighted particularly in that way. 'But lots of formats have ways of ensuring there isn't a payout. 'So, you'll do like a final round where you could win or you couldn't win the jackpot.' One huge gameshow is Pointless, which has been on our screens since 2009. There has been 1779 episodes across 33 series, which have been hosted by Richard and Alexander Armstrong, 55. BBC iPlayers synopsis reads: 'Quiz in which contestants try to score as few points as possible by plumbing the depths of their general knowledge to come up with the answers no-one else can think of.' And he revealed that players getting their hands on the cash prize all depends on budgets. Richard added: 'You always have an algorithm. 'Daytime budgets are very small, but in your budget will be a line item for prize money. 'So, when we used to make Deal or No Deal, for example ― and it's a good example, because it's all about money ― you've got that £250,000 box all the way down to the 1p box.' He explained on the podcast Pointless is able to prize £16,500 per day - which means that if one person hits the jackpot, others will suffer from that. The telly star has presented a number of other shows over the years. Some include Have I Got News For You, The One Show, Insert Name Here, Child Genius, The Nightly Show and The Thursday Murder Club. But Richard has also landed various other non-presenting appearances. He's taken part in QI, Room 101, Celebrity Juice, 8 out of 10 Cats, Loose Women, Saturday Kitchen, Celebrity Antiques Road Trip and Saturday Kitchen. Not only that, Richard has also produced a lot of gameshows. These include programmes such as Pointless, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Total Wipeout, Prize Island, Only Connect, Have You Been Watching and 10 O'Clock Live.
Rhyl Journal
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Strictly Come Dancing and Top Gear stars land new TV role
Pointless host Alexander Armstrong will be exploring some of the country's best pubs as well as the great outdoors in a new programme called Perfect Pub Walks. Each episode will see the in-demand presenter alongside a celebrity pal as they go to every corner of the UK. One of the showbiz heavyweights who has been signed up for the show includes Top Gear star James May. He will join Alexander Armstrong when the show comes to Channel 4 and its streaming platform All4, according to The Sun. Other titans joining the lineup include Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris McCausland, Sir Lenny Henry and Springwatch star presenter Chris Packham. Discussing the series, host Alexander said: 'Nothing beats a walk in a beautiful landscape, a good pub, a pint and a great chat. "Filming Perfect Pub Walks has been a complete delight, topped off by some fantastic conversations with four terrific icons.' Clemency Green, the commissioning editor for Channel 4, added: 'Perfect Pub Walks is a beautiful series exploring stunning areas of the UK, as well as delving into a variety of topics and issues that come up in conversation between our brilliant host and his array of wonderful guests.' Legendary Chris Chittell has future on Emmerdale confirmed after nearly 40 years The Chase star Shaun Wallace lands role on brand new ITV show Alexander Armstrong is a British TV presenter from Northumberland who has fronted a number of popular shows like Pointless on the BBC, according to IMDb. The star, who was born on March 2, 1970, has also been involved with a number of other shows and projects. These include The Match Point, Pluncket and Maclean as well as The Armstrong and Miller Show. Perfect Pub Walks is coming to Channel 4 and All4 in the near future.
Scottish Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Strictly winner, Top Gear star and top comedian sign up for brand new Channel 4 reality show with Alexander Armstrong
The host and his celebrity pals will visit four different regions across the UK starry line-up Strictly winner, Top Gear star and top comedian sign up for brand new Channel 4 reality show with Alexander Armstrong Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A SLEW of stars have signed up to join Alexander Armstrong as part of his brand new Channel 4 show. The Pointless host will be taking some of his celebrity pals for a pint and a walk for his programme, Perfect Pub Walks. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 James May will be joining Alexander Armstrong on his new show Credit: Channel 4 4 The TV host will be taking his celeb pals on a series of pub walks Credit: Getty Each episode of the show will see the actor and TV presenter joined by a showbiz pal as they explore the best countryside pubs and walks to retreat to across four different counties. Across the series, the host and his celebrity mates will explore trails in Yorkshire, Kent, Monmouthshire and Shropshire. As well as sampling the finest beers and fresh British air, the walks will provide a chance for interesting conversation and tales from the celebrity world. Top Gear and The Grand Tour star James May is one of the stars who has signed up for the show. He will join Alexander on a pub walk when the series launched on Channel 4 sister channel, More4. Also on the series is comedian and Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris McCausland and the nation's favourite funnyman, Sir Lenny Henry. Rounding out the guests will be Springwatch star and wildlife presenter, Chris Packham. Speaking about the series, host Alexander said: 'Nothing beats a walk in a beautiful landscape, a good pub, a pint and a great chat. "Filming Perfect Pub Walks has been a complete delight, topped off by some fantastic conversations with four terrific icons.' Clemency Green, the commissioning editor for Channel 4, added: 'Perfect Pub Walks is a beautiful series exploring stunning areas of the UK, as well as delving into a variety of topics and issues that come up in conversation between our brilliant host and his array of wonderful guests.' Pointless fans demand 'disaster' Sally Lindsay is AXED as they rage there's 'zero chemistry' with Alexander Armstrong It is another show to add to Alexander's belt in addition to fronting Pointless which we revealed last year had been handed a further celebrity series as well as an 18th regular edition. 4 Lenny Henry is also one of the guests on the programme Credit: Getty
