Deal or No Deal returns with new episodes next month
Stephen Mulhern is back to host the show
Ever since it was rebooted back in 2023, quiz show Deal or No Deal has become one of the most popular shows on TV, with Stephen Mulhern at the helm!
Following series two, which was made up of 120 episodes in total between October 2024 and February 2026, the show will return with BRAND NEW episodes early in November! Here's everything you need to know about the show as it returns for a third series.
When is Deal or No Deal back on TV?
Series three will begin on Monday 2nd November.
What time is it on?
The show airs at 4pm every weekday.
What channel is it on?
The rebooted series of Deal or No Deal airs on ITV and STV. Episodes are now available on ITVX and the STV Player.
Who hosts Deal or No Deal?
It was announced in early 2023 that Stephen Mulhern would host the show, after he recorded two pilot episodes in December 2022.
Speaking about the rebooted show, Stephen said at the time: "Wow what an opportunity, I’m beyond excited to be hosting the brand-new series. I’ve always been such a huge fan of the show, so much so, I’ve been practising at home with small cereal boxes!
"It looks so simple but it's an incredibly compelling game for both those playing and the viewers watching at home. It’s one of the greatest shows of all time and to be the new host is an honour! I can’t wait to get started."
Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment commissioning at ITV added: "Deal or No Deal is such an iconic format and we are delighted that it will be joining the ITV family. Stephen's infectious warmth and wit mixed with his natural rapport with members of the public is the perfect combination for this much-loved TV series."
How do I apply for Deal or No Deal?
Applications for series three of Deal or No Deal closed on Friday 21st November 2025. Unfortunately, applications aren't currently open.
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How are the boxes allocated?
The contestants are allocated their boxes at random. In a video shared to Stephen Mulhern's Instagram page, he reveals that the contestants are asked to choose a ball out of a bag. All of the balls have a number on them, which correlate to a box, so you would be given the box with the number that you have chosen at random.
Deal or No Deal celebrity specials
Former footballer Michael Owen took part in the 2023 Christmas special of Deal or No Deal, which aired on Sunday 17th December at 7pm. Michael won £4,000 for charity.
The first celebrity special of Deal or No Deal aired on Sunday 7th January 2024, where Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson took part for charity. Simon won £15,300 for his chosen charity.
Hits Radio presenter Sam Thompson took part in the I'm A Celeb special in 2024.
Other celebs to take part include Alex Brooker, Jill Scott, Zoe Ball, Joe Lycett, Katherine Ryan and Adam and Ryan Thomas.
When was Deal or No Deal originally on TV?
Originally hosted by Noel Edmonds between October 2005 and December 2015, Deal or No Deal saw a chosen contestant being asked to pick one box out of 22, all of which contained cash prizes ranging from 1p and a massive £250,000.
Watch a clip from Deal or No Deal below:
Why did Deal or No Deal get axed?
Channel 4 chose to scrap the show in August 2016 following 13 successful series over 11 years. Since the show ended, many Deal or No Deal themed games have been created on mobile, betting sites and board games.
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Author: Alex Ross
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