Contestant Calls

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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!''		''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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-	===Secret Fortune===
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-	The National Lottery “Secret Fortune” – hosted by Nick Knowles – is back for
-	a brand new series!
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-	By putting your general knowledge to the test, you could win a great cash prize.
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-	We are looking for fantastic Contestant Pairs to take part – a family duo, competitive couple, best friends, colleagues or simply a great twosome that will work together well and potentially win BIG MONEY.
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-	To receive an application form today, email [mailto:contestants@wild-rover.com contestants@wild-rover.com]
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-	Or call 02890 500 758 for more information. Standard geographic charges from landlines and mobiles will apply
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-	The closing date for returning application forms is 17:00, 11th of March 2012.
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-	All applicants must be 18 years and over and be legally resident and currently living in the UK.
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-	===ITV Pilot Show===
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-	Shine TV is on the lookout for contestants to take part in a pilot of a brand new game show.
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-	We’re looking for outgoing individuals, pairs and groups of people with good general knowledge, lots of enthusiasm and courage to take part in this exciting show!
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-	If applying as a pair or as a team (either 5 or 10 people per team) you must be friends, work colleagues, family members or belong to the same social/sport club.
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-	Please email [mailto:shine.gameshow@shine.tv shine.gameshow@shine.tv] for an application form ASAP.
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-	You must be 18 or over to apply.
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-	'''Deadline:''' 1 March 2012<br/>
-	'''Show type:''' Pilot<br/>
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>
-	'''Interview cities:''' London
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-	===Blockbusters===
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-	The TV quiz show BLOCKBUSTERS is back!
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-	TalkbackTHAMES is on the lookout for contestants to take part in a brand new series of the popular TV quiz show ‘Blockbusters’ for Challenge TV.
-	We are looking for outgoing people with good general knowledge and bags of enthusiasm to take part in the show that proves or disproves that two heads are better than one! You can play as a solo contestant or as a pair with a friend or relative.
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-	If you are over 18 APPLY NOW by emailing [mailto:blockbusters@talkbackthames.tv blockbusters@talkbackthames.tv]
	== General information ==		== General information ==
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	'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''		'''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]]:'''		'''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''
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	'''[[Countdown]]:'''		'''[[Countdown]]:'''
-	The application form for Countdown is now [http://www.channel4.com/programmes/countdown/articles/be-on-countdown available online] (Microsoft Word format only).	+	The application form for Countdown is now [https://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part/countdown available online].
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-	Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by emailing [mailto:countdown@channel4.com countdown@channel4.com] or writing to:	+
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-	Countdown	+
-	The Television Centre	+
-	Leeds	+
-	West Yorkshire	+
-	LS3 1JS	+
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-	For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].	+
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-	'''[[Deal or No Deal]]:'''	+
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-	Visit [http://www.channel4.com/programmes/deal-or-no-deal/articles/how-to-become-a-contestant http://www.channel4.com/programmes/deal-or-no-deal/articles/how-to-become-a-contestant] to be notified when applications are accepted.	+
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-	'''[[Eggheads]]:'''	+
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-	Visit [http://www.12yard.com/shows/eggheads 12yard.com/shows/eggheads] to fill out an application form online.	+
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-	Alternatively you can email: [mailto:eggheads@12yard.com eggheads@12yard.com]	+
	'''[[Masterchef Goes Large|MasterChef]]:'''		'''[[Masterchef Goes Large|MasterChef]]:'''
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	'''[[Mastermind]]:'''		'''[[Mastermind]]:'''
-	Prospective contenders can fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/mastermind/ifluploader/ online application form] or write to:	+	Prospective contenders can email [mailto:mastermind.hth@hattrick.com mastermind.hth@hattrick.com].
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-	Mastermind	+
-	Room 4012	+
-	New Broadcasting House	+
-	Oxford Road	+
-	MANCHESTER	+
-	M60 1SJ	+
	'''[[Pointless]]:'''		'''[[Pointless]]:'''
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	For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].		For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].
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-	'''[[Who Wants to be a Millionaire?]]:'''
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-	If applications ever re-open, we can be sure they'll be at the [http://millionaire.itv.com/ ITV ''Millionaire'' site].
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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!

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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.

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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.