New ITV game show hosted by Mel Giedroyc confirms launch date and it’s just in time for Christmas
THE launch date for Mel Giedroyc’s new ITV game show has finally been confirmed.
The fan-favourite TV presenter has been handed the new prime time series by channel bosses.
Called Pictionary, the show is based on the iconic drawing game that sees quick-fire sketches and hilarious guesses.
It will follow the same fundamental rules of Pictionary, which first launched in 1985.
ITV will launch the TV adaption on Monday, December 23rd at 5:30pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
Speaking about hosting Pictionary, Mel said: “Everyone is familiar with Pictionary, and I am so excited to help bring the game to life on television.
“It is such a pleasure to be a part of and I know people will love the show.”
The series will run for 25 episodes, each lasting 30 minutes in duration.
ITV have also confirmed Bullseye’s highly-anticipated return.
Freddie Flintoff will host the special reboot of the iconic darts game show on December 22nd at 6pm on ITV1.
Meanwhile, rival game show The Weakest Link will air a festive special this year.
Romesh Ranganathan hosts the episodes, starring Shaun Ryder, Kerry Katona, Phil Tufnell, Sally Lindsay, Big Has, Tim Vine, Heather Peace and Indiyah Polack.
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