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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-	===Eggheads - series 11===
-	The hit BBC quiz show is back for the 11th series & we're looking for fun teams of 6 to take on our resident General Knowledge Goliaths!
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-	If you and your family, friends or colleagues would like to challenge "The Eggheads", and possibly win a cash prize...
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-	Contact us now!
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-	Visit [http://www.12yard.com/eggheads www.12yard.com/eggheads] for an application online.
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-	Alternatively you can email [mailto:eggheads@12yard.com eggheads@12yard.com]
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-	All applicants must be 18 years or older.
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-	'''Deadline:''' 03/03/10<br/>
-	'''Showtype:''' Series<br/>
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>
-	'''Interview cities:''' Nationwide
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-	===Untitled new show from Tiger Aspect===	+	== General information ==
-	Apply now for a new and exciting TV gameshow.	+	<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.
-	How much of your brain do you actually use?	+	'''BBC SHOWS'''
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-	Our new programme takes the traditional game show in a whole new direction.	+
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-	Forget general knowledge.  Forget specialist subjects.  Forget opening the box.	+
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-	This is the first show that tests the brain itself, not what you've learned.	+
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-	We are looking for people who have great all round brain power and may not even know it.  Are you excellent at problem solving, have an outstanding memory, or have perfect co-ordination?	+
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-	Email us today with your contact details [mailto:brain@tigeraspect.co.uk brain@tigeraspect.co.uk] - as this is a show anyone could win.	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 30.09.09<br>	+
-	'''Show type:''' series<br>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes <br>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Nationwide	+
-	----	+	A general email address for contestants enquiries for '''BBC ONLY''' entertainment programmes is: [mailto:entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk entertainmentcontestants@bbc.co.uk]
-	===Game Show Run Through===	+	Contestant calls are posted at [http://bbc.co.uk/beonashow bbc.co.uk/beonashow].
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-	We're looking for quiz loving teams to take part in a series of game show run throughs at central London locations over the next few weeks.	+
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-	The first one is Tuesday 9th June at 12:00 at a Central London location.	+
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-	Couples must be warm, friendly and above all, love quizzing. You will be paid for having a fun few hours!  You can even apply by yourself and we can possibly pair you up with somebody else.	+
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-	Apply now and tell us about your team, what your relationship is, and if you have any previous gameshow experience.	+
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-	Please only apply if you live within the London area.	+
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-	Payment details: £50	+
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-	E-mail [mailto:christian.fletcher@twofour.co.uk christian.fletcher@twofour.co.uk] and leave a telephone number.	+
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-	'''Deadline''': 30/06/09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type''': Run Through<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?''': No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?''': Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Location''': London	+
-	----	+	There is also a separate [http://bbc.co.uk/cbbc/beonashow CBBC "Be on a show" page].
-	===Family Cook Off===	+
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-	UKTV FOOD is looking for Britain's most talented cooking family.	+
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-	Are your family meals legendary? Have your family recipes been passed down from generation to generation? Do you think you have the best home cooked food out there?	+
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-	If the answer is YES then this is the cooking competition for you!	+
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-	We are looking for 2 family members for each team who are desperate to show that their family's food is as good as it gets; nutritious, delicious, mouth watering, home cooked food that keeps you coming back for more!	+
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-	For an application form and more information,	+
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-	write to [mailto:ryan.stowell@shine.tv ryan.stowell@shine.tv]	+
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-	or apply on line at [http://www.applyfortv.com/cookoff  www.applyfortv.com/cookoff]	+
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-	'''Deadline''': July '09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type''': Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?''': No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?''': Partly<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Nationwide	+
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-	===Are You Smarter Than Your 10 Year Old?===	+	Contestant calls are posted at [http://www.itv.com/beontv itv.com/beontv].
-	Are you smarter than your 10 year old relative? If so, you could be in with a chance of winning a big cash prize!	+	'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''
-	Sky 1's hit family quiz is back but this time the challenge is bigger than ever! We're looking for brave adults to take on - not only their 10 year old son, daughter, brother, sister, niece, nephew or grandchild - but also four of his or her school pals, answering questions based on the school syllabus.	+	Specific contestant calls are regularly posted [http://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part on this page].
-	After two successful series, Noel Edmonds will once again be returning to the classroom to test how much we remember from our school days.	+	'''[[The Apprentice]]:'''
-	Are you up for the challenge? Do you fancy the chance of winning big money? Can you outsmart a young family member at their homework? If your family are up for the challenge then apply now!	+	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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-	For an application form call the contestant hotline 08700 625 095 (standard national rates apply) or e-mail us at [mailto:smarter@twofour.co.uk smarter@twofour.co.uk]. For further information please visit [http://www.sky.com/sky1 http://www.sky.com/sky1].	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 06/07/09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Partly<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' London, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Cardiff	+
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-	===Wogan's Perfect Recall===	+
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-	Do you have good general knowledge? Could you recall an answer if you'd heard it already? Would you like the chance to win up to £100,000? If the answer to these questions is YES YES YES then APPLY NOW!	+
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-	For your chance to take part email your name, age, nearest big city and a contact number to: [mailto:perfectrecall@RDFtelevision.com perfectrecall@RDFtelevision.com]	+
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-	Auditions will be held throughout June 2009.	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 30/08/09<br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Partly<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' London	+
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-	===Guesstimation===	+
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-	An exciting brand new BBC1 Saturday night gameshow needs your family!	+
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-	Fancy guessing your way to a fantastic prize?	+
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-	Anyone can participate - you don't have to be a genius!	+
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-	We are looking for families of 5 to take part in this unique and fun experience. All applicants must be UK residents aged over 18. Your team can consist of any members of your family that fit these criteria.	+
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-	EMAIL US: [mailto:guess@endemoluk.com guess@endemoluk.com]	+
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-	OR WRITE TO US AT:	+
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-	Guesstimation	+
-	Endemol UK PLC	+
-	Shepherds Building Central	+
-	Shepherds Bush	+
-	London	+
-	W14 0EE	+
-	We are casting now so don't delay!	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 30 June 2009 <br/>	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br/>	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br/>	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' Yes<br/>	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' Manchester / Birmingham / London / Newcastle	+
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-	===Totally Saturday===	+
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-	Saturday Nights on BBC One are about to change . . .	+
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-	[[Graham Norton]] is hosting a brand new show and wants you to join him!	+
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-	We are looking for vibrant individuals, confident couples and enthusiastic families; anyone who would be up for the chance to win BIG prizes on prime time television.	+
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-	Change your Saturday nights and join Graham LIVE in studio.	+
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-	For information and an application form e-mail: [mailto:totallysaturday@bbc.co.uk totallysaturday@bbc.co.uk]	+
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-	Auditions start beginning of May!	+
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-	'''Deadline:''' 24 July 2009<br />	+
-	'''Show type:''' Series<br />	+
-	'''Interview expenses paid?:''' No<br />	+
-	'''Show expenses paid?:''' No<br />	+
-	'''Interview cities:''' London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow	+
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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:	+	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	+
-	For audience tickets, call Annette Johnson on (0113) 2228457.	+	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]
-	'''[[Deal or No Deal]]:'''	+	'''[[Three in a Bed|Four in a Bed]]:'''
-	Apply via the website at [http://www.channel4.com/deal www.channel4.com/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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-	'''[[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]
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-	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]]:'''	+
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-	This show is no longer in production.	+
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-	'''[[Ready Steady Cook]]:'''	+
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-	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:	+
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-	Ready Steady Cook	+
-	PO Box 32678	+
-	LONDON	+
-	W14 0YJ	+
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-	You can also contact the show via their email address: [mailto:readysteadycook@endemoluk.com readysteadycook@endemoluk.com]	+
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-	'''[[Stars in Their Eyes]]:'''	+
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-	This programme is no longer in production.	+
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-	'''[[Sun, Sea and Bargain Spotting]]:'''	+
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-	Email [mailto:bargains@reeftv.com bargains@reeftv.com]	+
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-	'''[[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''.	+
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-	'''[[The Weakest Link]]:'''	+
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-	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.