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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-	===Total Wipeout===
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-	Do you want to be a contestant on BBC One's extreme gameshow, Total Wipeout?
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-	Do you think you have what it takes to defeat the Big Balls?
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-	Or perhaps you fancy tackling the wrath of The Sweeper?
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-	If you think you have what it takes to walk away with the cash prize in the awesome Wipeout Zone, apply now.
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-	For more information and to apply go to: [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/beonashow/total_wipeout.shtml www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/beonashow/total_wipeout.shtml]
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-	'''Deadline:''' 30 April 2009<br/>
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>
-	'''Interview cities:''' Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Newcastle
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-	===Mastermind===	+	== General information ==
-	The BBC is looking for contestants to take part in the famous quiz show [[Mastermind]]. To make it easier for you to apply we're going to be holding auditions up and down the country starting from the end of February and continuing through the first 3 weeks of March so apply NOW!	+	<div class="square">[[Image:Square 038.jpg]]</div> 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.
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-	To become a contestant :	+
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-	Email: [mailto:mastermind@bbc.co.uk mastermind@bbc.co.uk]	+
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-	Apply Online: [http://www.bbc.co.uk/mastermind www.bbc.co.uk/mastermind]	+
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-	Or send a SAE to:	+
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-	Mastermind Applications,	+
-	Room 4012,	+
-	BBC Manchester,	+
-	Oxford Road,	+
-	Manchester,	+
-	M60 1SJ	+
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-	(Applicants must be aged 18 or over)	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' End of May<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Nationwide	+
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-	===Divided===	+	'''BBC SHOWS'''
-	The makers of [[Golden Balls]] and [[Spin Star]] are looking for lively contestants to audition for a chance to be on Divided.	+	A general email address for contestants enquiries for '''BBC ONLY''' entertainment programmes is: [mailto:entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk]
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-	Do you want to be part of an exciting new ITV1 game show, with the chance to win hundreds of thousands of pounds!?	+
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-	Could you trust two complete strangers? Have you got the ambition to Win?	+
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-	2009 Auditions are about to get underway so please apply ASAP! We would like to hear from people who think they can take up the challenge!	+
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-	If you want the opportunity to apply email [mailto:dividedapplications@endemoluk.com dividedapplications@endemoluk.com] for an application form.	+
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-	All applicants must be 18+ and be resident in the UK.	+
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-	Further terms and conditions apply.	+
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-	'''Deadline''': 20 April 2009<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' London, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, Nottingham, Glasgow, Newcastle, Bristol, Cardiff	+
-	----	+	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].
		+	'''ITV SHOWS'''
-	===1 Vs 100 - series 4===	+	Contestant calls are posted at [http://www.itv.com/beontv itv.com/beontv].
-	You could win big money!	+	'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''
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-	1 vs 100 is back for a fourth series and we want you!	+
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-	For your chance to be part of this smash hit Saturday night BBC One Quiz simply email [mailto:1v100-3@endemoluk.com 1v100-3@endemoluk.com] or write to us at:	+
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-	PO BOX 7396	+
-	GLASGOW	+
-	G51 9DB	+
-	Good Luck!	+	Specific contestant calls are regularly posted [http://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part on this page].
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-	'''Deadline:''' 16/02/09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Nationwide	+
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-	===Sell Me the Answer===	+	'''[[The Apprentice]]:'''
-	Sky 1 are looking for outgoing, lively contestants to take part in a brand new energetic game show.	+	Future series applications are available [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/the-apprentice online] or request through e-mail at [mailto:UKapprentice.applications@nkdtv.com UKapprentice.applications@nkdtv.com]
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-	If you want the chance to win £25,000 and think you have what it takes to battle your way to the top then why not apply online at [http://www.sky.com/sky1 www.sky.com/sky1] and click on "Sell Me The Answer".	+
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-	Applicants must be aged 18 or over.	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 09/03/09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Partly<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Various	+
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-	===Word Play===	+
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-	A new TV quiz is looking for contestants. If you enjoy playing word puzzles and would like to win a cash prize, we want to hear from you!	+
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-	To apply or to find out more information, contact us at [mailto:quiz@luckydaytv.co.uk quiz@luckydaytv.co.uk] or telephone 0207 855 7464.	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 1 March 2009<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Phone audition only.	+
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-	===A Question of Genius===	+
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-	The BBC are making a brand new quiz show. We're looking for contestants who are bright, charismatic & entertaining. Do you feel that you have the intellectual prowess to beat off your opponents? Can you use your expertise on your chosen subject to answer one of the toughest questions on daytime TV?	+
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-	Then you could compete in [[A Question of Genius]] to win a cash prize. Contact us now on:	+
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-	Email: [mailto:aquestionofgenius@bbc.co.uk aquestionofgenius@bbc.co.uk]	+
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-	Tel: 0871 664 1855 (Calls cost 10p per minute from a BT landline. Calls from other networks may vary and calls from mobiles will cost considerably more).  Applicants must be aged 18 or over.	+
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-	'''Deadline''': 6/02/09<br>	+
-	'''Show type''': Series<br>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?''': No<br>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?''': Yes<br>	+
-	'''Interview cities''': London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Belfast, Glasgow and Cardiff	+
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-	=== Deal or No Deal ===	+
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-	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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-	== General information ==	+
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-	<div class="square">[[Image:Square 038.jpg]]</div> 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.	+
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-	'''FOR ALL BBC SHOWS'''	+
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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]	+
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-	'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''	+
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-	Specific contestant calls are regularly posted at [http://www.channel4.com/microsites/T/takepart/index.html www.channel4.com/takepart].	+
	'''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''		'''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''
-	Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/beonashow/bargain_hunt_form.shtml online application form] or write to:	+	Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/bargain-hunt online application form] or write to:
-	Contestant Applications
	Bargain Hunt		Bargain Hunt
-	PO Box 229	+	BBC Studios
-	Bristol	+	Roath Lock
-	BS99 7JN	+	Porth Teigr Way
		+	Cardiff Bay
		+	CF10 4GA
-	'''[[Big Brother]]:'''	+	'''[[The Chase]]:'''
-	See: http://www.channel4.co.uk/bigbrother/	+	Players will wish to apply through a form [http://www.itv.com/beontv/articles/the-chase online] or request a paper one through e-mail at [mailto:thechase@itv.com thechase@itv.com]
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-	'''[[Best of Friends]]:'''	+
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-	To apply to be on the show, you must ask for an application form by writing to:	+
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-	Best of Friends	+
-	Talent TV Ltd.	+
-	Lion House	+
-	72-75 Red Lion Street	+
-	London	+
-	WC1R 4NA	+
	'''[[Countdown]]:'''		'''[[Countdown]]:'''
-	The application form for Countdown is now [http://www.channel4.com/microsites/T/takepart/countdown.html available online] (Microsoft Word format only).	+	The [http://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part/countdown application form] is now on the Channel 4 website. Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by e-mailing [mailto:countdown@channel4.com countdown@channel4.com]
-	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:	+	For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].
-	Countdown	+	'''[[Dragons' Den]]:'''
-	The Television Centre	+
-	Leeds	+
-	West Yorkshire	+
-	LS3 1JS	+
-	Or call 09011 252566. (Calls charged at 25p per minute)	+	Are you an entrepreneur and want a dragon to help invest your investment? You can apply for either an [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/dragons-den online form] or request a paper application form through e-mail at [mailto:dragonsden.applications@bbc.co.uk dragonsden.applications@bbc.co.uk]
-	For audience tickets, call Annette Johnson on (0113) 2228457.	+	'''[[Three in a Bed|Four in a Bed]]:'''
-	'''[[Deal or No Deal]]:'''	+	E-mail [mailto:fourinabed@studiolambert.com fourinabed@studiolambert.com] with your full name and the name of your business. It must have a minimum of three bedrooms.
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-	Apply via the website at [http://www.channel4.com/deal www.channel4.com/deal]	+
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-	'''[[Eggheads]]:'''	+
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-	Visit [http://www.12yard.com/eggheads www.12yard.com/eggheads] to fill out an application form online.	+
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-	Alternatively you can email: [mailto:eggheads@12yard.com eggheads@12yard.com]	+
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-	'''[[Going for Gold]]:'''	+
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-	Download an application form from [http://goingforgold.five.tv/studio_contestants.php the Going for Gold website] or email [mailto:gfg@fremantlemedia.com gfg@fremantlemedia.com].	+
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-	'''[[Masterchef Goes Large|Masterchef]]:'''	+
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-	Fill in the [http://apply.shinelimited.com/masterchef/ online application form] or write to:	+
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-	Masterchef Goes Large	+
-	PO Box 50405	+
-	London	+
-	W8 4XF	+
	'''[[Mastermind]]:'''		'''[[Mastermind]]:'''
-	Prospective contenders can fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/entertainment/mastermind/contestant_appform.shtml online application form] or write to:	+	Prospective contenders for future series can [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/mastermind apply online] or request a form through e-mail at [mailto:mastermind.hth@hattrick.com mastermind.hth@hattrick.com]
-		+
-	Mastermind	+
-	Room 4012	+
-	New Broadcasting House	+
-	Oxford Road	+
-	MANCHESTER	+
-	M60 1SJ	+
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-	For ''Mastermind Cymru'', full details of how to apply are on [http://www.bbc.co.uk/cymru/gwasanaethau/mastermindcymru/ the show's webpage].	+
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-	'''[[The Price is Right]]:'''	+
-		+
-	This show is no longer in production.	+
-		+
-	'''[[Ready Steady Cook]]:'''	+
-		+
-	This show no longer accepts contestant applications from members of the public. However, if you would like to be a "quickie bag challenger" or have a question for the chefs, you can still contact the show at the following address:	+
-		+
-	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.	+
-		+
-	'''[[University Challenge]]:'''	+
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-	Email [mailto:universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk].	+
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-	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''.	+
-		+
-	'''[[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?]]:'''	+	'''[[Pointless]]:'''
-	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].	+	Applications are available [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/pointless online] for pairs of players to become contestants for future series. An alternative way to get an application form on paper is available via e-mail at [mailto:pointless@remarkable.tv pointless@remarkable.tv]
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Current revision as of 20:16, 8 December 2024

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.

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.

ITV SHOWS

Contestant calls are posted at itv.com/beontv.

CHANNEL 4 SHOWS

Specific contestant calls are regularly posted on this page.

The Apprentice:

Future series applications are available online or request through e-mail at UKapprentice.applications@nkdtv.com

Bargain Hunt:

Fill in the online application form or write to:

Bargain Hunt
BBC Studios
Roath Lock
Porth Teigr Way
Cardiff Bay
CF10 4GA

The Chase:

Players will wish to apply through a form online or request a paper one through e-mail at thechase@itv.com

Countdown:

The application form is now on the Channel 4 website. Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by e-mailing countdown@channel4.com

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

Dragons' Den:

Are you an entrepreneur and want a dragon to help invest your investment? You can apply for either an online form or request a paper application form through e-mail at dragonsden.applications@bbc.co.uk

Four in a Bed:

E-mail fourinabed@studiolambert.com with your full name and the name of your business. It must have a minimum of three bedrooms.

Mastermind:

Prospective contenders for future series can apply online or request a form through e-mail at mastermind.hth@hattrick.com

Pointless:

Applications are available online for pairs of players to become contestants for future series. An alternative way to get an application form on paper is available via e-mail at pointless@remarkable.tv

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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.