Jeremy Clarkson confirmed as host of new Who Wants to be a Millionaire spin-off show
Jeremy Clarkson will return for more episodes of ITV's Who Wants to be a Millionaire along with a brand new spin-off show.
It has been confirmed by executives that the star of Clarkson's Farm will host the UK premiere of Millionaire Hot Seat, in addition to an extended run of Who Wants to be a Millionaire and Celebrity Who Wants to be a Millionaire.
Millionaire Hot Seat is a high-speed variant of the worldwide Millionaire format, demanding players to think strategically and respond under pressure as they race against the clock and each other.
The show has enjoyed long-standing ratings success in Australia, with over 2,500 episodes broadcasted.
Offering a twist on the traditional Millionaire format, it features six contestants competing for a chance to win big, but there's no room for hesitation, reports Gloucestershire Live.
The rules are straightforward, but the gameplay is relentless. Contestants sit in a queue around the eponymous Hot Seat, but only the individual in the Hot Seat can face Jeremy and answer questions on the Million Pound Money Ladder.
The contestant must answer correctly to ascend the ladder, but if they answer incorrectly, they're out and the top prize decreases.
If they pass, they remain in the game, but move to the back of the line and may not get another turn.
If a passed question goes to the next player, the contestant must answer. If they answer correctly, they stay.
If they answer incorrectly, they're out.
Only the top prize remaining on the ladder can be won, and the player facing that question must answer it correctly to take home the cash.
The UK is gearing up for the filming of a new version set to commence this November, with eyes on a 2026 launch.
ITV has also announced an exciting line-up of 19 fresh episodes of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, featuring seven celebrity editions.
Katie Rawcliffe, ITV's Director of Entertainment and Daytime Commissioning, expressed her enthusiasm: "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire has reached 18 million viewers on ITV so far this year alone."
She further justified the decision for a new series, stating: "Commissioning a new spin-off format to further capitalise on the brand's success and popularity was a no brainer, especially with Millionaire Hot Seat already doing so well in other territories also."
Matthew Worthy, Co-CEO of Stellify Media, shared his pride in the project: "It is an honour to produce Millionaire for ITV."
He described the upcoming Millionaire Hot Seat as "Millionaire Hot Seat is the main show's cheeky younger sibling, and gives us more Jeremy, enjoying more money-ladder moments - but with a whole new tone, pace, and feel."
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