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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-=== Rebound ===
-New ITV quiz show Rebound is looking for quick thinking contestants to take part in a brand new series with a chance to win a big cash prize.
-If you love quizzes, word puzzes, picture games and have a good general knowledge, then this is the show for you!
-Please email [mailto:rebound@thames.tv rebound@thames.tv] for an application form.
-'''Deadline:''' 24/07/2015<br/>
-'''Programme type:''' Series<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>
-'''Interview cities:''' TBC
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-=== WSAYO===
-Contestants wanted for brand new and exciting quiz show with a twist!
-Fun, confident, outgoing and opinionated personalities with bags of enthusiasm needed.
-NBCUniversal are developing a new and exciting quiz show for a major UK broadcaster where contestants will have the opportunity to win a cash prize!
-We're looking for a range of great characters: those who like a good quiz, love a challenge, and relish persuading fellow players that they know best - so the shy and retiring need not apply!
-Email: [mailto:contestants@nbcuni.com contestants@nbcuni.com] for more info.
-'''Deadline:''' 31/07/2015<br/>
-'''Programme type:''' Pilot<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?:''' Partly<br/>
-'''Interview cities:''' London
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-=== Quiz B ===
-Saltbeef TV are looking for 3 teams of 3 players or individuals for a run through of a quiz being developed for TV.
-The run throughs will take place in central London on Wednesday 3rd, Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th June.
-A good standard of general knowledge is required, equivalent to daytime quiz shows. Lively personalities a bonus.
-If you are interested please contact the team at [mailto:casting@saltbeeftv.com casting@saltbeeftv.com].
-This is unpaid.
-'''Deadline:''' 10/06/2015<br/>
-'''Programme type:''' Run through<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?:''' Partly<br/>
-'''Interview cities:''' London
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-=== New Property Game Show ===
-Yard Productions is currently making a brand new light hearted ITV property gameshow series where pairs of upbeat and opinionated couples battle it out for the chance to win a cash prize.
-Each episode sees two couples (friends, relations, partners or colleagues) visit four homes in the UK, nosing around them before guessing the overall property value... as well as the value of its entire contents! Easy!
-We are looking for competitive and opinionated pairs who quite frankly, just enjoy a good nose!
-We are starting auditions NOW so please get in touch with us today!
-Contact us at: [mailto:Homes@12yard.com Homes@12yard.com]
-Contestants must be aged 18+.
-'''Deadline:''' 25/07/2015<br/>
-'''Programme type:''' Series<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?:''' (not stated)<br/>
-'''Interview cities:''' London, Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Glasgow
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-===The Hive===
-Do you and your friends love brainteasers, cross-word puzzles and tough TV quizzes? Can you answer questions on Only Connect and University Challenge for fun?
-Then this is the quiz for you.
-We are looking for smart and interesting contestants for a brand new BBC FOUR quiz show that tests your general knowledge and mental agility skills to the limit.
-We are looking for individual players as well as teams of up to three players who share a common passion, hobby or profession, who have what it takes to take on the fiendish puzzles in this challenging word game.
-To request an application form please email [mailto:casting@saltbeeftv.com casting@saltbeeftv.com] or call 07954 834 114
-The closing date for applications is March 31st and auditions will be held in London, Belfast, Manchester and Cardiff.
-All applicants must be aged 18+ and UK residents.
-'''Deadline:''' 12/04/2015 -- EXTENDED<br/>
-'''Programme type:''' Pilot/Series<br/>
-'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>
-'''Interview cities:''' London, Manchester, Cardiff and Belfast
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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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