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Daily Mail
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
ITV's new channel branded ‘dire' just hours into launch as viewers demand big change to quiz show schedule
ITV 's new channel has been branded 'dire' just hours into its launch and some viewers have demanded a big change to the quiz show schedule. Called ITV Quiz, the new channel hit our screen on Monday, June 9 and streams game shows for a whopping 16 hours daily. The likes of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, Wheel of Fortune, Tenable, Lingo, Tipping Point and Deal Or No Deal all air between 9am and 1am. However, just one day after its launch, ITV Quiz has received a mixed reception and quiz show fans and viewers have pointed out some problems. On X, one penned: '#itvquiz is dire, it needs retro itv game shows not just modern, challenge tv.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the. According to the Express, another wrote: 'Too much same schedule episodes of same shows together too often, need more variety !! @ITV #itvQuiz Aussie version of #TheChase be good addition.' While someone else suggested different shows should be added and said: 'It's pretty decent so far. Hopefully some classic gameshows could be shown in the future. 'This would help make it more competitive with Challenge. And maybe show The Chase in the future too. But, having The Chase on ITV1 on weekdays also works well.' Another chimed in: '@ITV get Aussie version of #Thechase and other countries versions of other game and quiz shows in schedule so not just all repeats of UK versions. 'Such mass options of alternative versions of shows available to fill daily schedule that aren't even on itvx.' Others called for QuizMania to feature on the channel and penned: 'Please bring back QuizMaina on #ITVQuiz'; '#ITVQuiz please can we get QuizMaina on the channel please it was fantastic.' However, just one day after its launch, ITV Quiz has received a mixed reception and quiz show fans and viewers have pointed out some problems The official press release stated: 'ITV Quiz promises the very best in game show entertainment from the iconic classics to recent hits and with an array of star-studded quizmasters at helm including Graham Norton, Stephen Mulhern, Warwick Davies, Mel Giedroyc, Jeremy Clarkson and more. 'Whether it 's trivia games, picture games, parlour games, general knowledge or simply luck and chance, ITV Quiz has something for everyone from the devoted trivia buff to the casual quizzer.' Viewers will be able to watch ITV Quiz through a number of television services. It will air on channel 28 on Freeview, 22 on Freely, 28 on YouView, 119 on Freesat, 131 on Sky Q, 125 on Sky Glass, and 119 on Virgin 119. ITV Quiz is also available to stream on ITVX. Jeremy Clarkson, 65, hosts Who Wants To Be A Millionaire. The Clarkson Farm star took on the role of presenter in 2018, after taking over from Chris Tarrant. The programme premiered on ITV in 1998 and ran until 2014, before being revived in 2018. Meanwhile Stephen Mulhern, 48, presents Deal Or No Deal. He took on the role in 2023. The popular series first hit our screens in 2005 and was originally presented by Noel Edmonds. It was originally aired on Channel 4 and ran for 11 years before wrapping up in 2016. However, it was revived in 2023 on ITV. Graham Norton, 62, is the face of Wheel of Fortune. The quiz show was on our screens between 1988 and 2001 and was revived in 2024. Over the years Nicky Campbell, Bradley Walsh, John Leslie and Paul Hendy have hosted it.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
ITV launches first-of-its-kind new channel fronted by Jeremy Clarkson, Stephen Mulhern and Graham Norton - and it hits screens today
ITV has launched a first-of-its-kind new channel fronted by Jeremy Clarkson, Stephen Mulhern and Graham Norton. Fans will be happy to know that ITV Quiz hits our screen today (Monday 9 June 2025). Quiz show viewers will be able to enjoy a number of their favourite programmes for a whopping 16 hours. The likes of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, Wheel of Fortune, Tenable, Lingo, Tipping Point and Deal or No Deal will air between 9am and 1am on the new channel. The official press release states: 'ITV Quiz promises the very best in game show entertainment from the iconic classics to recent hits and with an array of star-studded quizmasters at helm including Graham Norton, Stephen Mulhern, Warwick Davies, Mel Giedroyc, Jeremy Clarkson and more. 'Whether it 's trivia games, picture games, parlour games, general knowledge or simply luck and chance, ITV Quiz has something for everyone from the devoted trivia buff to the casual quizzer.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Viewers will be able to watch ITV Quiz through a number of television services. It will air on channel 28 on Freeview, 22 on Freely, 28 on YouView, 119 on Freesat, 131 on Sky Q, 125 on Sky Glass, and 119 on Virgin 119. ITV Quiz is also available to stream on ITVX. Jeremy, 65, hosts Who Wants To Be A Millionaire. The Clarkson Farm star took on the role of presenter in 2018, after taking over from Chris Tarrant. The programme premiered on ITV in 1998 and ran until 2014, before being revived in 2018. Meanwhile Stephen, 48, presents Deal Or No Deal. Graham, 62, is the face of Wheel of Fortune. The quiz show was on our screens between 1988 and 2001, and then revived in 2023 He took on the role in 2023. The popular series first hit our screens in 2005 and was originally presented by Noel Edmonds. It was originally aired on Channel 4 and ran for 11 years before wrapping up in 2016. However, it was revived in 2023 on ITV. Graham, 62, is the face of Wheel of Fortune. The quiz show was on our screens between 1988 and 2001. Over the years Nicky Campbell, Bradley Walsh, John Leslie and Paul Hendy have hosted it. The much-loved series was revived in 2024. It comes after it was revealed that an ITV daytime show has been pulled from screens for months as the host bid farewell to fans and crew. James Martin's Saturday Morning usually airs on the channel every Saturday from 10:30am to 12:30pm. However, the show is set to be rested for the summer as the TV star and crew take a break. At the end of Saturday's (June 7) episode, James said goodbye to viewers: 'That's all we have got time for today, a massive thank you to all of my guests.' He added: 'My food team, you can sleep better now, Daniel and Sally, and of course, Harry Redknapp and Carly Paoli.'
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Major channel replaced on millions of Sky Q boxes TODAY plus three more big changes all viewers need to know
SKY Q viewers may notice a channel has been replaced on their boxes today. The move also affects other TV platforms, including Sky Glass, Virgin Media and Freeview to name a few. 1 Monday marks the launch of ITV Quiz, the UK broadcaster's new destination for all its much-loved game shows. The channel appeared on screens this morning, starting with an episode of word game Lingo. Other favourites including Wheel of Fortune, Tipping Point, Tenable, Deal or No Deal and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? are set to be shown on the channel too. However, fans of The Chase will be disappointed to see that it's not on the schedule at all during launch week. Fortunately, the programme has its own dedicated channel with back-to-back episodes on ITVX instead. ITV Quiz has come about due to massive changes at the broadcaster as it looks to save money. This means, ITVBe is no more after over ten years on air. Huge reality series like The Only Way is Essex and will live on over at ITV2 - which was TOWIE's original home until ITVBe launched in October 2014. ITV Quiz will take the same slot on TV guides as ITVBe. That's 131 on Sky satellite, 125 on Sky Glass / Stream, 119 on Virgin Media and 28 on Freeview. MORE SKY CHANGES There are more changes on Sky today - though these will only affect Sky Cinema subscribers. As part of regular refreshes, Sky Blockbusters, Sky Pitch Perfect and Sky Family are all disappearing. In their place will be Sky Hits, Sky Comedy and Sky Fantasy respectively. Image credit: Alamy Other big changes across the company mean more than 220 jobs are set to be axed across ITV 's daytime shows. This will affect Good Morning Britain, Lorraine, Loose Women and This Morning. Next year, production teams working behind the scenes will be merged for the latter three shows to save money, as well as moving to a new studio. Loose Women and Lorraine will only air 30 weeks of the year instead of all 52 weeks. Reports suggest Loose Women may lose its studio audience too. Lorraine Kelly's morning show will also be cut from an hour long to just 30 minutes. Meanwhile, Good Morning Britain will be produced by ITV News at ITN from 2026 moving to its studios in central London. ITV's daytime TV schedule changes in full Good Morning Britain will be extended by 30 minutes to run from 6am to 9.30am daily. Lorraine will run from 9.30am-10am, on a seasonal basis for 30 weeks of the year. During the weeks Lorraine is not on air, Good Morning Britain will run from 6am to 10am. This Morning will remain in its 10am-12.30pm slot on weekdays throughout the year. Loose Women will be in the 12.30-1.30pm slot, again on a seasonal basis for 30 weeks of the year. The changes will take effect from January 2026.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Beloved TV channel shuts down TONIGHT on Sky and Virgin Media after more than ten years of broadcasting
A MAJOR name in broadcasting will disappear from screens tonight after more than ten years on-air. The channel has been a staple on Sky, Virgin Media and Freeview since bursting onto the scene in October 2014. 2 2 But there will be a new channel to take its place from Monday morning. ITVBe is closing down and being replaced with a new channel called ITV Quiz. It will air some of the firm's "market-leading UK quiz and game shows". These include Wheel of Fortune, Tipping Point, Lingo, Tenable, the rebooted Deal or No Deal and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?. However, eagle-eyed viewers noticed that fan favourite The Chase is missing from the schedule at launch. Meanwhile, some of ITVBe's top shows are moving to ITV2. THE Only Way Is Essex is returning to its original home in the autumn. It'll also revert to airing twice a week. The Real Housewives of Cheshire is also being rehomed on ITV2. However, other ITVBe staples like Dinner Date appear to have been quietly axed amid the changes. Love Island fans stunned as they spot Towie legend's forgotten villa cameo- do you remember it- As it stands, there is no new series currently commissioned, an insider recently told The Sun - but if it did return, it would be on ITV2/ITVX. Repeats of Dinner Date do appear on ITV2 from next week. The final show to appear on ITVBe is Backyard Builds, before ITV Quiz takes over at 6am. More channel closures 'inevitable' An industry expert told The Sun that more channel closures are likely in 2025 and beyond. "This is inevitable, more broadcasters will cull broadcast/linear TV channels as viewers are flocking to streaming services," Paolo Pescatore from PP Foresight said. "The big TV switch off is around the corner, with all programming set to be delivered via the internet. "Viewers are now spoilt for choice with how and where they watch the TV shows they love across a range of connected devices. "To respond, broadcasters need to be prepared and work more closely with telecom providers to ensure a seamless experience for users." Image credit: Getty
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The mind-boggling reason most US game shows are filmed in IRELAND against all odds - and it's bad news for Hollywood
Game shows are the stalwarts of teatime telly - regularly pulling in millions of viewers. For many, the early evenings would not pass in quite the same way without older favourites like Pointless or The Chase - or newer shows such as The 1% Club. As some of the stars of the small screen schedule, they are all homegrown - Hertfordshire and Greater Manchester are among the not so far-flung climes where these big hitter quizzes are filmed. No such luck for our stateside counterparts - American game show hosts like Oscar winner Jamie Foxx and Brat Pack's Rob Lowe have a little further to go. Around 5,000 miles, to put a finer point on it. That is because many top US quiz shows are not filmed in Tinseltown but in Ireland - and it has much bigger consequences for Hollywood than just travel time. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Brat Pack's Rob Lowe (pictured), the host of The Floor - which sees contestants duel to win squares on a chessboard-style floor grid in pursuit of cash - told all about why the show is filmed in Ireland The charming coastal town of Bray, around 12 miles south of Dublin, has much to recommend it, with a beautiful beach, great transport links and scenic hillwalking routes. But Rob, the host of The Floor - which sees contestants duel to win squares on a chessboard-style floor grid in pursuit of cash - has a more cynical, less tourism office-sounding take on the filming location of his show. Quite simply, he said, on a recent episode of his podcast Literally!, it is cheaper: 'There are no tax credits.' It is, of course, not the only place in Ireland to host the great and the good of Beverley Hills in recent years - bringing international attention and scrutiny with them. In 2020, Matt Damon came to the south Dublin coastal village of Dalkey to film Ridley Scott's 2021 historical drama The Last Duel. With filming suspended as the pandemic raged, Matt, his wife and three children temporarily made the country their home. In what proved to be one of the country's feel-good lockdown moments, the Hollywood actor, 54, was even pictured with a bag from Irish supermarket chain SuperValu - carrying around swimming costumes and towels for a family beach trip. Game Of Thrones, meanwhile, was famously filmed across Northern Ireland, with entire tour companies developing to show keen visitors its shoot locations. Irish talent has also made a major splash in international TV and film in recent years. Most notably, Cillian Murphy (pictured) won the Oscar for Best Actor for Oppenheimer And series two of Tim Burton's Addams Family spin-off Wednesday, starring Jenna Ortega, saw big celebs like Catherine Zeta-Jones, Steve Buscemi and even Lady Gaga descend on Co Wicklow for filming. Irish talent has also made a major splash in international TV and film in recent years. Most notably, Cillian Murphy won the Oscar for Best Actor for Oppenheimer - while the world fawns over Irish exports Paul Mescal and Barry Keoghan, who account for half of Sam Mendes' upcoming four Beatles biopics. But where the influence of the Emerald Isle has gone unnoticed is in the somewhat more niche realm of American game shows - only briefly mentioned in the credits of stateside favourites like Don't Forget The Lyrics, Name That Tune and Beat Shazam. Its attractions are manifold, with big tax breaks and talented production teams - and it was only in 2021 that Uncle Sam began to capitalise on them. When making The Big Deal - a talent show with cash prize peril - network Fox realised it would be cheaper to pilot the format abroad. With a single pilot episode shot in America costing more than six whole episodes filmed in Ireland, it was a no-brainer. Admittedly, a major aspect of this, Irish producer Shane Byrne told The Telegraph, is British and Irish crews are not as unionised as their Hollywood counterparts - slashing staffing costs. Presenter Vogue Williams and judges including Boy George and JLS's Aston Merrygold were flown in to join Irish panellists including X Factor Dubliners Jedward for filming at Dublin's 3Arena. And lo and behold, the pilot aired in Ireland got execs what they wanted - they used it to pitch the American version Fame Or Fortune in 2022, Deadline Hollywood reported. The success opened a can of worms for American broadcaster Fox, who soon moved filming of other big titles to Ireland - namely Don't Forget The Lyrics, Name That Tune and Gordon Ramsay's Next Level Chef. But while the books balance that little bit more across the pond, relocation means greater attention has to be paid to giving Irish-filmed shows that distinctive all-American look, Shane explained. The producer, who boasts a portfolio including Big Brother, The X Factor, Britain's Got Talent and Strictly Come Dancing, said this involves ensuring a glossy, high-budget feel - and a distinctively American tone - is reproduced. And the intake for the audience is, in some senses, a far less broad church than in the UK, where game shows often offer tickets out to members of the public. For American shows, by contrast, which have a penchant for an audience close-up, spectators on Irish sound stages are chosen via casting call and paid like film extras - with a diverse demographic assortment of people carefully curated. No negative Nancies allowed either, Shane said - when it comes to American studio audiences, they all have to really look like they are enjoying themselves. He also explained while some of the big American hosting talents find themselves 'perplexed' to end up in Ireland for filming, they understand the economics of it keeps them in a job. The model is so sound, in fact, that Shane is now going it alone, leaving BiggerStage - the Dublin-based production company that often works with Fox - to co-found his own business offering US networks the same collaborative model. He said: 'There are lots of other networks interested... They're all paying attention to what Fox has been doing and curious about what they're doing in Ireland.' But of course, the whole endeavour is at the heart of a broader tug of tariff war between President Donald Trump and the rest of the world over film and TV production. Early last month, the American premier claimed Hollywood was dying a 'very fast death' with other nations offering 'all kinds of incentives to draw our filmmakers away' - mostly cost-cutting ones. He soon threatened a 100 per cent tariff on movies made abroad, adding in a post to his social media platform Truth Social: 'WE WANT MOVIES MADE IN AMERICA, AGAIN!' Commerce secretary Howard Lutnick responded on X: 'We're on it.' Trump's online riff on MAGA (WWMMIAA?) saw an improvement to an existing Irish government initiative to encourage native filmmaking quickly momentarily shelved. It is understood that as it would have made Ireland even more attractive as a filming destination, flying in the face of Trump, the timing was seen to be all wrong, sending the wrong message to the US administration. The announcement was instead delayed to the end of last month, offering an eight per cent increase in the so-called Section 481 tax incentive, for feature films of a certain budget using Irish talent. So, it seems both putting your money where your movie is - and also, simply where your movie is - remains an active issue, with the US determined to tug on the threads and pull them all back to the mothership. While back in Blighty, The Chase charges on, the fate of its American quiz show counterparts - along with their hundreds of staff - seems more to hang in the balance.
