ITV has confirmed the hugely popular game show, Wheel of Fortune, hosted by Graham Norton will return to our screens and will have a Christmas special.
Launching in 2022 on ITV, the show attracted a massive 5.7 million viewers, making the show hugely successful.
Wheel of Fortune will return for 9 x 60-minute episodes, which will include a celebrity Christmas special however it is not known who will take part in the festive special of the show.
Host Graham Norton said: “I’m thrilled we are coming back for a second series to challenge more contestants to solve more word puzzles and hopefully they come away with even more cash. It’s a game of skill and luck, so you just never know which way it will go and I’m excited to see who can hold their nerve against the wheel.”
Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment Commissioning at ITV said: “We are excited to bring back this iconic game show for a second series after a successful launch earlier this year. Graham with his wit and humour is the perfect host for this fun, exciting, fast paced game of luck and skill.”
Sunil Patel, Whisper Co-Founder and CEO said: “Being part of ITV’s evening entertainment slate with a well-loved game show, hosted by the unique talent that is Graham Norton is something very special. He brings a brilliant humour to the show and is so great with all the guests by being entertaining and supportive. It’s exciting to see the show recommissioned and also that it will include a Christmas celebrity special.”
Details on the Christmas special will be announced later in the year. Other Christmas specials already confirmed are Gavin & Stacey, Wallace and Gromit, and Tiddler with more being announced in the coming weeks.
