The new series of Beat the Chasers promises to be an electrifying battle of wits, with contestants including comedian Neil Delamere, presenter Michelle Ackerley, broadcaster Charlie Stayt, antiques expert Danny Sebastian, presenter Rick Edwards, actor Stephen Mangan, food critic Grace Dent, Olympian hockey player Sam Quek, Olympian gymnast Nile Wilson, interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, actor Shobna Gulati, former England goalkeeper David James, paralympian Will Bayley, chat-show host Jonathan Ross, former MP Edwina Currie, radio DJ Edith Bowman, and presenter Stephen Brown.
These renowned figures will face off against the formidable Chasers, led by the enigmatic Bradley Walsh. However, the competition for viewer attention will be intense, as the BBC’s The Finish Line is also set to premiere on the same day at 4:30pm. Hosted by Roman Kemp, The Finish Line features contestants racing through a unique quiz-fueled racetrack, where knowledge propels them forward.
The decision by both ITV and BBC to air their respective game shows simultaneously sets the stage for a fierce battle for ratings. With its star-studded cast and proven formula, Beat the Chasers aims to retain its dominance, while The Finish Line seeks to establish itself as a compelling alternative. The outcome of this primetime clash will undoubtedly captivate audiences and determine which show emerges as the ultimate trivia champion.
