Contestant Calls

Current revision as of 13:27, 27 May 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!

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 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

Come Dine with Me:

Contestant applications are available on an online application form. But if you would like to be sent an application form on paper, then e-mail cdwm@multistory.tv

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.

Masterchef:

Applications are available online to become a contestant for future series. An alternative way to get an application form on paper is available via e-mail at info.masterchef@shine.tv

Mastermind:

Prospective contenders for future series can apply online or request a form through e-mail at mastermind.hth@hattrick.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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-===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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 <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.
-'''FOR ALL BBC SHOWS'''
+'''BBC SHOWS'''
 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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 There is also a separate [http://bbc.co.uk/cbbc/beonashow CBBC "Be on a show" page].
-'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''
+'''ITV SHOWS'''
-Specific contestant calls are regularly posted at [http://www.channel4.com/microsites/T/takepart/index.html www.channel4.com/takepart].
+Contestant calls are posted at [http://www.itv.com/beontv itv.com/beontv].
-'''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''
+'''CHANNEL 4 SHOWS'''
-Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/beonashow/bargain_hunt_form.shtml online application form] or write to:
+Specific contestant calls are regularly posted [http://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part on this page].
- Contestant Applications
+'''[[The Apprentice]]:'''
- Bargain Hunt
- PO Box 229
- Bristol
- BS99 7JN
-'''[[Countdown]]:'''
+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]
-The application form for Countdown is now [http://www.channel4.com/programmes/countdown/articles/be-on-countdown available online] (Microsoft Word format only).
+'''[[Bargain Hunt]]:'''
-Alternatively, you can get a form sent to you by emailing [mailto:countdown@channel4.com countdown@channel4.com] or writing to:
+Fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/bargain-huntonline application form] or write to:
-  Countdown
+  Bargain Hunt
-  The Television Centre
+  BBC Studios
-  Leeds
+  Roath Lock
-  West Yorkshire
+  Porth Teigr Way
-  LS3 1JS
+  Cardiff Bay
+ CF10 4GA
-For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].
+'''[[The Chase]]:'''
-'''[[Deal or No Deal]]:'''
+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]
-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.
+'''[[Come Dine with Me]]:'''
-'''[[Eggheads]]:'''
+Contestant applications are available on an [http://www.channel4.com/4viewers/take-part/come-dine-me online application form]. But if you would like to be sent an application form on paper, then e-mail [mailto:cdwm@multistory.tv cdwm@multistory.tv]
-Visit [http://www.12yard.com/shows/eggheads 12yard.com/shows/eggheads] to fill out an application form online.
+'''[[Countdown]]:'''
-Alternatively you can email: [mailto:eggheads@12yard.com eggheads@12yard.com]
+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]
-'''[[Masterchef Goes Large|MasterChef]]:'''
+For audience tickets, call 0161 9520408 or email [mailto:shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com shantelle.gaston-hird@itv.com].
-The [http://www.masterchef.com/ online application form] is available for a few months a year.
+'''[[Dragons' Den]]:'''
-'''[[Mastermind]]:'''
+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]
-Prospective contenders can fill in the [http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/mastermind/ifluploader/ online application form] or write to:
+'''[[Three in a Bed|Four in a Bed]]:'''
- Mastermind
+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.
- Room 4012
- New Broadcasting House
- Oxford Road
- MANCHESTER
- M60 1SJ
-'''[[Pointless]]:'''
+'''[[Masterchef Goes Large|Masterchef]]:'''
-Pairs of players will wish to [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/beonashow/pointless_seven download the application form] (MS Word), or write to:
+Applications are available [http://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/take-part/masterchef online] to become a contestant for future series. An alternative way to get an application form on paper is available via e-mail at [mailto:info.masterchef@shine.tv info.masterchef@shine.tv]
- Pointless Applications
+'''[[Mastermind]]:'''
- Endemol UK
- Shepherd's Building Central
- Charecroft Way
- London
- W14 0EE
-'''[[University Challenge]]:'''
-Email [mailto:universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk universitychallenge@bbc.co.uk].
-Only teams from degree-issuing institutions may apply.
-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].
+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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