If history repeats itself (and it always does, like Ant and Dec’s jokes), ITV will start dropping teasers in early November. You’ll see mysterious silhouettes in the jungle, hear dramatic music, and suddenly realize you’re emocionally invested in a countdown clock. Around 1st November, the official line-up will leak—usually via a celebrity accidentally tweeting from their own account. Then, the guessing games begin.
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Pro tip: Do not try to predict who will be on the show. I once bet my mate a tenner that a retired tennis player would be in, and we ended up with a magician who ate a tarantula. The universe loves surprises.
The Big Night: Live from the Jungle (And Your Sofa)
On Sunday, 15th November 2026, at 9 PM sharp (British time, naturally), Ant and Dec will emerge from a helicopter, look at the camera, and say something like, “We’re back!” Then, you’ll watch a parade of famous-ish faces descend into pure madness. Plan your snacks accordingly. I recommend a bowl of crickets (just kidding—get a pizza).
And don’t forget: the first episode is always two hours long, because ITV knows you have nothing better to do on a Sunday night. You’ll meet the campmates, watch them scream at a snake, and then wonder how you ever lived without this show. It’s a beautiful cycle.
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