Everything you need to know about I'm A Celeb 2026
The show will return in mid-November!
The countdown to I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! is now officially on! With the line-up 'confirmed' and bosses sharing the official start date, here's your ultimate guide to I'm A Celeb 2026, as hosts Ant and Dec prepare to welcome a whole host of new celebrities into the Australian jungle.
When is I'm A Celeb back?
ITV/STV has now confirmed I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! starts Monday 16th November at 9pm on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player.
Although the show usually always launches on a Sunday night, the 2026 series has been delayed one day due to ITV/STV showing coverage of the UEFA Nations League.
How long is it on for?
I'm A Celeb usually lasts for three weeks.
Which celebs are taking part?
Rumours about which celebs have signed up to the 2026 series have been rife for a number of months now, but ITV/STV bosses are yet to confirm any names.
However, on Monday 2nd November, The Sun reported the full-line, including names like Chloe Burrows, Wayne Rooney and Big Brother host AJ Odudu.
Check out all of the line-up below:
Wayne Rooney (Footballer and pundit)
Chloe Burrows (KISS presenter and Love Island star)
Joanna Page (Gavin and Stacey actress)
Ade Adepitan (Paralympic athlete and TV presenter)
Claire Sweeney (Coronation Street star)
Ricky Wilson (Kaiser Chiefs frontman)
AJ Odudu (Big Brother presenter)
Sharky (YouTube content creator)
Leigh Francis (Keith Lemon)
Mariella Frostrup (Broadcaster and Loose Women star)
Leomie Anderson (Model)
Jack Skipper (Comedian)
When is the I'm A Celeb final?
Nothing has been announced just yet, but the final could take place on either Sunday 6th or Monday 7th December 2026.
What is the new logo?
The I'm A Celeb opening titles underwent a refresh for the 2025 series, which were unveiled during the launch show. The fresh new look is also expected to return for 2026.
What channel is it on?
I'm A Celeb airs on ITV1 and ITVX, and STV1 and STV Player for viewers in Scotland.
What time is it on?
The show usually begins at 9pm every night.
Where is it filmed?
The 2026 series will once again be filmed out in Australia, with the crew returning to Springbrook National Park, near Murwillumbah and close to the Queensland border.
During the 2020 and 2021 series, I'm A Celeb moved to Gwrych Castle, due to COVID-19 restrictions. Production took over the castle, which is located near Abergele in Conwy County Borough, North Wales.
I'm A Celeb's spin-off show South Africa, which aired in 2023 and 2026, was filmed in Kruger National Park and the Blyde River Canyon region, in South Africa.
Who hosts I'm A Celeb?
Geordie duo Ant and Dec will return for 2026!
Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly have been an imperative part of the hit show since it first hit our screens back in 2022.
The popular pair, who also present shows such as Britain's Got Talent, Saturday Night Takeaway and Limitless Win, have hosted every series of I'm A Celeb together, except the 2018 series when Holly Willoughby stepped in for Ant as he took some time out of the spotlight.
Is I'm A Celeb: Unpacked returning?
Following a four-year absence, there was a brand new spin-off series for 2024, called I'm A Celeb: Unpacked, with Joel Dommett, Sam Thompson and Kemi Rodgers as hosts.
The spin-off show, which airs on ITV2/STV, will return for 2026, but Joel Dommett won't feature this year.
Joining Sam and Kemi will be a host of celebrity guests and familiar faces, who will be primed to give their opinions on all of this year’s must-see jungle action.
Sam Thompson said: “It’s no secret I absolutely love I’m A Celebrity… I keep pinching myself on how lucky I am that I get to present on one of the best shows on TV. I love working with Kemi and I can’t wait for us to get started on the new series. We promise you we’ll be there to deliver you all the jungle gossip. Bring it on!”
Kemi Rodgers said: “I’m A Celebrity… is the biggest and most entertaining show on TV and I’m absolutely buzzing that Unpacked is back for the class of 2026! With my jungle pal Sam, we’ll be bringing viewers all the backstage gossip live every night and I can’t wait.”
Is there going to be a non-celeb version?
Although there's nothing official yet, Ant and Dec did hint they like to try a civilian version of the show 'as a one off'.
I'm A Celeb - Secrets of the show:
Ant and Dec were asked why they always have their watches covered when they come into contact with the campmates. Back in 2017, I'm A Celebrity: Extra Camp hosts Joel Dommett and Scarlett Moffatt told a viewer: "It's so the campmates don't know the time, so all the watches are covered for the people that see the campmates all the time, like Ant, Dec and Medic Bob."
Alison Hammond also revealed that a deadly animal had made its way into the camp during one of the earlier episodes. The This Morning presenter, who had a stint in the jungle in 2010, confirmed that a Goanna had been roaming about the camp, saying: "If you get bit by one of them it's potentially fatal. Their tails are like razors. They can take your skin off."
Fans were also left baffled after Cliff Parisi was spotted smoking a nicotine inhalator in the camp. Viewers were convinced that campmates weren't allowed to smoke, but ITV confirmed that they're allowed to smoke if they want, so long as they put it out on the camp fire.
Who has won I'm A Celeb in the past?
Believe it or not, 25 celebs have won the show over the last 25 years, including stars like Kerry Katona, Joe Swash, Vicky Pattison, Sam Thompson and 2025 winner Angry Ginge.
Check out all of the previous winners below:
1. Tony Blackburn
Tony Blackburn was the first celebrity to win the show back in 2002.
2. Phil Tufnell
England cricketer Phil Tufnell won the show with his hilarious personality in 2003. In 2026, Phil returned to the show for I'm A Celeb: South Africa.
3. Kerry Katona
Kerry Katona was the first woman to win the show in 2004.
4. Joe Pasquale
Joe Pasquale won the show when it returned later in the year of 2004.
5. Carol Thatcher
Journalist Carol Thatcher won the show in 2005 when she beat soap stars Sheree Murphy and Sid Owen.
6. Matt Willis
Busted member Matt Willis was a popular winner in 2006.
7. Christopher Biggins
Lovable Biggins shared the jungle with the likes of Katie Hopkins and Janice Dickinson and went on to win the show in 2007.
8. Joe Swash
Cheeky chap Joe Swash swapped EastEnders for the jungle and won the show in 2008.
9. Gino D'Acampo
The nation fell in love with Gino in 2009.
10. Stacey Solomon
After showing off her bubbly personality on The X Factor, Stacey Solomon entered the jungle and won the show in 2010.
11. Dougie Poynter
McFly guitarist Dougie Poynter was crowned King of the Jungle ahead of TOWIE's Mark Wright in 2011.
12. Charlie Brooks
EastEnders actress Charlie Brooks couldn't believe it when Ant and Dec announced her as the winner in 2012.
13. Kian Egan
After 22 days in the jungle, Westlife star Kian Egan was crowned the King in 2013.
14. Carl 'Foggy' Fogarty
Retired world super bike racer Carl 'Foggy' Fogarty won over the viewing public in 2014.
15. Vicky Pattison
Vicky Pattison showed a different side to her usual Geordie Shore antics, winning over the public and being crowned Queen of the Jungle.
16. Scarlett Moffatt
Former Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt was crowned Queen of the Jungle after winning the show in 2016. 10 years after her victory, Scarlett returned to the show for I'm A Celeb: South Africa in 2026.
17. Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo
Made In Chelsea star Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo won the show in 2017 after beating Jamie Lomas.
18. Harry Redknapp
Former football manager Harry Redknapp was crowned King of the Jungle in 2018, receiving more votes than runner-up Emily Atack. Much to the delight of fans, Harry returned to the jungle in 2026 for South Africa.
19. Jacqueline Jossa
Despite the likes of Ian Wright and Caitlyn Jenner signing up for the 2019 series, it was former EastEnders actress Jac Jossa who was crowned Queen of the Jungle, beating Coronation Street's Andy Whyment in the final.
20. Giovanna Fletcher
Podcaster Giovanna Fletcher became the first ever Queen of the Castle in 2020, going up against the likes of Shane Richie, Vernon Kay and Mo Farah!
21. Danny Miller
Emmerdale actor Danny Miller became the first ever KING of the Castle in 2021 after a hectic series. He went up against the likes of David Ginola, Simon Gregson and Frankie Bridge!
22. Jill Scott MBE
Former England footballer Jill Scott MBE topped her amazing year off by being crowned the Queen of the Jungle in November 2022. Jill won the show ahead of Owen Warner and Matt Hancock.
23. Sam Thompson
Radio presenter and TV personality Sam Thompson took the crown in 2023, winning the public's hearts and votes ahead of Tony Bellew and Nigel Farage.
24. Danny Jones
Following the epic Busted vs McFly tour in 2024, the legendary Danny Jones also found time to be crowned the King of The Jungle! Danny won the 24th series, after receiving more votes than his fellow campmate finalists Coleen Rooney and Reverend Richard Coles.
25. Angry Ginge
YouTuber Angry Ginge, real name Morgan Burtwistle, was crowned the 2025 King of the Jungle during the final on Sunday 7th December. Ginge was in the final three alongside Tom Read Wilson and Shona McGarty, winning the final two vote with a huge 65%!
Who has quit I'm A Celeb?
Over the last 25 series, 20 famous faces have chosen to leave the jungle early, all having their own reasons.
You can see which celebs have quit the show right here.
Author: Alex Ross
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