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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-===Breakaway===
-Do you love a challenge? Are you a confident, smart and competitive quizzer?
-If so, being a contestant on Series 2 of Breakaway, produced on behalf of the BBC by Gogglebox Entertainment, could be for you.
-We’re looking for intelligent contestants who love a quiz to apply to take part in series two of our TV show, where you can potentially win thousands of pounds. Nationwide auditions will be taking place this June/July, so get in touch now!
-Download an application form from: [http://www.goggleboxentertainment.co.uk/index.php/contestants/ http://www.goggleboxentertainment.co.uk/index.php/contestants/]
-And email to: [mailto: bbcquiz@goggleboxentertainment.co.uk bbcquiz@goggleboxentertainment.co.uk]
-Or post to: Gogglebox, 25 Golden Square, London, W1F 9LU
-We will only use your information for the purpose of selecting contestants for the programme. Applicants must be 18 years of age and over. You must be resident in the UK.
-'''Deadline:''' 13th July 2012<br/>
-'''Show type:''' Series<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''' No<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?''' Yes<br/>
-'''Interview cities:''' London, Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow, Manchester
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-===Channel 4 show seeks contributors===
-Are you a whizz at quizzes? Does your day start with the crossword or number puzzles? Are you also interested in challenging mental health stigma and discrimination?
-If so, producers of a programme for Channel 4 want to hear from you.
-Email [mailto:mentalhealth@cineflix.com mentalhealth@cineflix.com] or call 020 3179 0097.
-'''Deadline:''' 20th June 2012<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''' Yes<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?''' Yes<br/>
-'''Interview cities:''' London
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-===Channel 4 programme looking for keen cooks===
-Do you enjoy cooking or socialising with friends? Are you also interested in challenging mental health stigma and discrimination?
-If so, producers of a programme for Channel 4 want to hear from you.
-Email [mailto:mentalhealth@cineflix.com mentalhealth@cineflix.com] or call 020 3179 0097.
-'''Deadline:''' 20th June 2012<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''' Yes<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?''' Yes<br/>
-'''Interview cities:''' London
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-===Perfection===
-Yard Productions are looking for lively, intelligent and competitive contestants for the new series of Perfection.
-BBC 2’s exciting true or false quiz show PERFECTION hosted by Nick Knowles is returning and YOU could be a contestant!
-Have you always fancied the chance to win cash on a quiz show?  Can you manipulate the game to your advantage? Are you perfect?
-We are holding auditions during JUNE and JULY 2012.
-Contact us today for an application form.
-Email [mailto:perfection@12yard.com perfection@12yard.com] or call 0800 032 0151
-Calls are free from most landlines. Some networks and mobile operators will charge for these calls.
-All applicants must be aged 18 years or over and be legally resident and currently living in the UK, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man.
-The closing date for requesting application forms by phone is Tuesday 26th June 2012.
-The closing date for returning application forms is Friday 6th July 2012.
-Applications received after this date may not be considered. Applications are subject to the terms and conditions in the application form.
-'''Deadline:''' 6th July 2012<br/>
-'''Show type:''' Series<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''' No<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?''' Yes<br/>
-'''Interview cities:''' Nationwide
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-=== New 'Sky Arts' Antiques Show ===
-Sky Arts have a brand new… ANTIQUES SHOW!
-ITN Productions are looking for contestants to take part in an exciting new television contest to find the best amateur antiques brains in the country.  Contestants use their knowledge of antiques and collectibles to compete for the chance to win an antique and ultimately to secure the series crown.
-We are looking for teams of two outgoing people who have a genuine passion and knowledge of antiques and collectibles. This exciting competition will see you compete to identify valuable and unique items.  Partnerships can consist of spouses, friends or colleagues but you must be amateurs.
-Please email [mailto:AntiquesHouse@itn.co.uk AntiquesHouse@itn.co.uk] with a few lines about yourself, and to request an application form, ASAP.
-You must be 18 or over to apply.
-'''Deadline:''' ongoing, but spaces are expected to go quickly! <br>
-'''Show type:''' Pilot/first series  <br>
-'''Interview expenses paid?''' Yes  <br>
-'''Show expenses paid?''' Yes <br>
-'''Interview cities:''' London and online
 == General information ==
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 '''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]]:'''
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 '''[[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].
-Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by emailing [mailto:countdown@channel4.com countdown@channel4.com] or writing to:
- Countdown
- The Television Centre
- Leeds
- West Yorkshire
- LS3 1JS
-For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].
-'''[[Deal or No Deal]]:'''
-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.
-'''[[Eggheads]]:'''
-Visit [http://www.12yard.com/shows/eggheads 12yard.com/shows/eggheads] to fill out an application form online.
-Alternatively you can email: [mailto:eggheads@12yard.com eggheads@12yard.com]
 '''[[Masterchef Goes Large|MasterChef]]:'''
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 '''[[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].
- Mastermind
- Room 4012
- New Broadcasting House
- Oxford Road
- MANCHESTER
- M60 1SJ
 '''[[Pointless]]:'''
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 For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].
-'''[[Who Wants to be a Millionaire?]]:'''
-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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