Contestant Calls

Current revision as of 15:43, 10 December 2023

Want to be on TV to win lots of cash, have the holiday of a lifetime, test your knowledge, or generally make a prat of yourself? This is the page to help you do just that. See below for the current opportunities available.

PRODUCERS: If you wish to place an advert here, please refer to our Producer Information page.

Special calls

This section contains specific adverts placed by producers who have contacted this website. When applying for a programme, please let them know you saw their appeal on UKGameshows.com - thanks!

General information

This is a list of other programmes which we believe are currently looking for contestants. When applying, it is usually necessary to include details of: your name, address, age, sex, daytime and evening telephone numbers, fax or email (if appropriate), and the name of the show you are applying for.

FOR ALL BBC SHOWS

A general email address for contestants enquiries for BBC ONLY entertainment programmes is: entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk

Contestant calls are posted at bbc.co.uk/beonashow.

There is also a separate CBBC "Be on a show" page.

CHANNEL 4 SHOWS

Specific contestant calls are regularly posted on this page.

Bargain Hunt:

Fill in the online application form or write to:

Contestant Applications
Bargain Hunt
PO Box 229
Bristol
BS99 7JN

Countdown:

The application form for Countdown is now available online.

MasterChef:

The online application form is available for a few months a year.

Mastermind:

Prospective contenders can email mastermind.hth@hattrick.com.

Pointless:

Pairs of players will wish to download the application form (MS Word), or write to:

Pointless Applications
Endemol UK
Shepherd's Building Central
Charecroft Way
London
W14 0EE

University Challenge:

Email universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk.

Only teams from degree-issuing institutions may apply.

For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com.

Application details are provided as a service to readers, but please note that all contestant enquiries should be directed to the named production company and not to UKGameshows.com. Addresses can be found on our list of contact details for production companies.

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 ''This section contains specific adverts placed by producers who have contacted this website. When applying for a programme, '''please let them know you saw their appeal on ''UKGameshows.com'' ''' - thanks!''
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-=== New 12 Yard Game Show===
-The creators of IN IT TO WIN IT and WHO DARES WINS are looking for lively contestants to audition for an exciting new game show we are developing.
-No general knowledge questions asked! All you have to do is hold your nerve! Think you've got what it takes?
-Auditions are being held across the UK '''soon''' and we would like to hear from people 18+ who think they can take up the challenge.
-If you want to take up the opportunity email [mailto:gameshow@12yard.com gameshow@12yard.com] for an application form.
-'''Deadline''': 31st May 2008<br>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''': No<br>
-'''Show expenses paid?''': Yes<br>
-'''Interview cities''': Cardiff, Birmingham, Newcastle, Manchester, London, Belfast and Glasgow<br>
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-===Who Dares, Sings!===
-Have you ever dreamt of singing on television? One stage, one chance, one life-changing sum of money for one pitch perfect member of the audience in this brand new Saturday night Entertainment show for ITV1.
-''Who Dares, Sings!'' will challenge every single member of our studio audience to hit the right notes in the largest karaoke competition on TV. All jostling for their moment under the spotlight, one bum note could mean elimination from the competition. But for one contestant, their voice could earn them a life-changing sum of money.
-So whether you think you’re the next Leona Lewis, or just a local karaoke king or queen who likes to go for it no matter who’s watching, then we want to hear from you! You don’t need to have the best voice in the world to apply, but enthusiasm, a huge personality, and the confidence to sing in front of millions of people is a must!
-To apply to be part of our participating audience, email [mailto:sing@itv.com sing@itv.com], call 09011 986 986, text SING plus YOUR EMAIL OR HOME ADDRESS to 63330 or go to [http://www.itv.com/beontv http://www.itv.com/beontv]
-Calls cost 10p from a BT landline. Calls from other networks may be higher and from mobiles will be considerably more. Texts cost two standard network rate messages. Lines close at 10am on Monday 2nd June. Full terms & conditions at itv.com/terms.
-Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
-'''Deadline''': 2nd June 2008<br>
-'''Show type''': Series<br>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''': No<br>
-'''Show expenses paid?''': No<br>
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-=== Sport Mastermind ===
-The BBC is looking for contestants to take part in Sport Mastermind 2008, presented by Des Lynam.
-Each contestant will face a two-minute round on their chosen specialist sport subject and then a two-minute general sporting knowledge round
-To become a contestant email [mailto:sportmastermind@bbc.co.uk sportmastermind@bbc.co.uk]
-Or send a SAE to: Sport Mastermind Applications, Room 4012, BBC, Oxford Road, Manchester, M60 1SJ
-Or apply online via [http://www.bbc.co.uk/mastermind http://www.bbc.co.uk/mastermind]
-Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
-'''Deadline''': 31st May 2008<br>
-'''Show type''': Series<br>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''': No<br>
-'''Show expenses paid?''': Yes<br>
-'''Interview cities''': Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow, Belfast, London, Newcastle, Leeds<br>
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-=== Are You Smarter Than a 10 Year Old? ===
-Think you're smarter than a ten year old? Noel Edmonds and Dick and Dom are back to host Sky One's biggest and most exciting entertainment show and you could be part of it!
-Auditioning for Are You Smarter Than A Ten Year Old? couldn't be easier. You can visit [http:www.skyone.co.uk/areyousmarter http:www.skyone.co.uk/areyousmarter] for details on how to apply or for an instant appliction form you can email or call us on the details below. Get that back to us as soon as you can and we will take it from there.
-To apply to be a contestant on the next series, call or email NOW: <br>
-[mailto:smarter@twofour.co.uk smarter@twofour.co.uk]<br>
-625 095*
-* Calls are charged at standard network rate and you must be 18 years old to apply.
-'''Deadline''': 30th May 2008<br>
-'''Show type''': Series<br>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''': No<br>
-'''Show expenses paid?''': Partly<br>
-'''Interview cities''': Nationally<br>
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-===This Time Tomorrow===
-This Time Tomorrow is an exciting new BBC National Lottery show.We're looking for contestants with big personalities to win big prizes.
-If you think you have what it takes to outwit the competition and fancy a chance to play for prizes that money just can't buy, email or call us NOW for an application form. We are auditioning NOW!
-Email: [mailto:ThisTimeTomorrow@bbc.co.uk ThisTimeTomorrow@bbc.co.uk]<br>
-Tel: 0871 664 8444 ((Calls cost 10p per minute from a BT landline.  Mobiles and other networks may be higher).
-Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
-'''Deadline''': 21st June 2008<br>
-'''Show type''': Series<br>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''': No<br>
-'''Show expenses paid?''': Partly<br>
-'''Interview cities''': London, Cardiff, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow, Belfast<br>
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-===Cook V Chef===
-Could you beat a Celebrity Chef?
-Are you a genius in the kitchen?
-Could you and two friends cook your gastronomic masterpiece in front of a live studio audience, competing against some of the best celebrity chefs in the country...And still keep your cool?
-You've got to be good... very good... but if you think you can cut this kind of mustard then a major broadcaster wants to hear from you.
-If you are chosen, you could be part of this new and exciting show that challenges you to be the very best.
-Apply here: [http://www.beonendemolshows.co.uk www.beonendemolshows.co.uk]
-Or phone: 0871 200 1919
-'''Deadline:''' 15 May 2008<br>
-'''Show type:''' Series<br>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''' No<br>
-'''Show expenses paid?''' Partly<br>
-'''Interview cities:''' London, Manchester, Newcastle, Bristol
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-===Eggheads===
-Do you think you have what it takes to be the next General Knowledge Giant? Are you as clever as an Egghead? Do you have a wider general knowledge than a set of encyclopaedias?
-The hit BBC 2 quiz is looking for a new super brain to join the most prestigious group in British quiz show history.
-If you think you could call yourself an Egghead contact us today for an application form. Email: [mailto:caroline.menzies@12yard.com caroline.menzies@12yard.com ]
-All applicants must be 18+.
-'''Deadline''': 9th June 2008<br/>
-'''Show type''': Series<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''': No<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?''': Yes<br/>
-'''Interview cities''': London, Glasgow, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester + other UK cities<br/>
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-=== Deal or No Deal ===
-We've had a number of enquiries about how to get onto this very popular show. It seems that they have all the contestants that they need for the moment. The best thing to do is watch the show regularly, they do put contestant calls on air very occasionally. Sorry!
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 A general email address for contestants enquiries for '''BBC ONLY''' entertainment programmes is: [mailto:entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk]
+Contestant calls are posted at [http://bbc.co.uk/beonashow bbc.co.uk/beonashow].
+There is also a separate [http://bbc.co.uk/cbbc/beonashow CBBC "Be on a show" page].
 '''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''
-Specific contestant calls are regularly posted at [http://www.channel4.com/microsites/T/takepart/index.html www.channel4.com/takepart].
+Specific contestant calls are regularly posted [https://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part on this page].
 '''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''
-Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/antiques/tv_and_radio/bargainhunt_form.shtml online application form] or write to:
+Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/beonashow/bargain_hunt_form.shtml online application form] or write to:
   Contestant Applications
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   Bristol
   BS99 7JN
-'''[[Big Brother]]:'''
-See: http://www.channel4.co.uk/bigbrother/
-'''[[Best of Friends]]:'''
-To apply to be on the show, you must ask for an application form by writing to:
- Best of Friends
- Talent TV Ltd.
- Lion House
--75 Red Lion Street
- London
- WC1R 4NA
 '''[[Countdown]]:'''
-The application form for Countdown is now [http://www.channel4.com/microsites/T/takepart/countdown.html available online] (Microsoft Word format only).
+The application form for Countdown is now [https://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part/countdown available online].
-Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by emailing [mailto:countdown@channel4.com countdown@channel4.com] or writing to Damian Eadie or Michael Wylie at:
+'''[[Masterchef Goes Large|MasterChef]]:'''
- Countdown
+The [http://www.masterchef.com/ online application form] is available for a few months a year.
- The Television Centre
- Leeds
- West Yorkshire
- LS3 1JS
-Or call (0113) 2228453 or 09011 252566.
+'''[[Mastermind]]:'''
-For audience tickets, call Annette Johnson on (0113) 2228457.
-'''[[Deal or No Deal]]:'''
-Deal or No Deal is not currently seeking contestants. Sorry! Keep watching the show to see if this situation changes.
-'''[[Let Me Entertain You]]:'''
-E-mail entertain@liontv.co.uk or phone 020 8846 2118 (calls charged at standard rate).
+Prospective contenders can email [mailto:mastermind.hth@hattrick.com mastermind.hth@hattrick.com].
-'''[[Masterchef Goes Large]]:'''
+'''[[Pointless]]:'''
-Fill in the [http://apply.shinelimited.com/masterchef/ online application form] or write to:
+Pairs of players will wish to [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/beonashow/pointless_seven download the application form] (MS Word), or write to:
-  Masterchef Goes Large
+  Pointless Applications
-  PO Box 50405
+  Endemol UK
+ Shepherd's Building Central
+ Charecroft Way
   London
- W8 4XF
+  W14 0EE
-'''[[Mastermind]]:'''
-Prospective contenders can fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/entertainment/mastermind/contestant_appform.shtml online application form] or write to:
- Mastermind
- Room 4012
- New Broadcasting House
- Oxford Road
- MANCHESTER
- M60 1SJ
-For ''Mastermind Cymru'', full details of how to apply are on [http://www.bbc.co.uk/cymru/gwasanaethau/mastermindcymru/ the show's webpage].
-'''[[The Price is Right]]:'''
-This show is no longer in production.
-'''[[Ready Steady Cook]]:'''
-Send a self-addressed envelope with your details to:
- Ready Steady Cook
- PO Box 32678
- LONDON
-  W14 0YJ
-You can also contact the show via their email address: [mailto:readysteadycook@endemoluk.com readysteadycook@endemoluk.com]
-'''[[Stars in Their Eyes]]:'''
-This programme is no longer in production.
-'''[[Supermarket Sweep]]:'''
-If you're over 16 and wish to apply, email [mailto:sweep@talkbackthames.tv sweep@talkbackthames.tv]
-'''[[Test the Nation]]:'''
-Appeals for people to take part in the studio are posted on [http://www.bbc.co.uk/testthenation/audience.shtml the BBC ''Test the Nation'' site] and an application form can be downloaded from there.
 '''[[University Challenge]]:'''
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 Email [mailto:universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk].
-Only teams from degree-issuing institutions may apply for the main series, but the same address can also be used for applications to ''University Challenge: The Professionals''.
+Only teams from degree-issuing institutions may apply.
-'''[[The Weakest Link]]:'''
-Send an email to [mailto:weakestlink@bbc.co.uk weakestlink@bbc.co.uk] or write to FREEPOST, THE WEAKEST LINK.
-'''[[Who Wants to be a Millionaire?]]:'''
-A web application form, and details of other ways of applying, can be found at the [http://millionaire.itv.com/millionaire/audition.php ITV ''Millionaire'' site].
+For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].
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