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Hit ITV game show’s return confirmed as famous host says ‘I’m over the moon!’
ITV bosses said they were "blown away" by the response to the revival, with a staggering 13.7 million viewers reached to date on all devices
A HIT ITV game show's return has finally been confirmed as its host says he's 'over the moon'.
The broadcaster has announced Deal or No Deal will return for another series.
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Fans will be delighted to know the rebooted quiz show, which made an epic comeback last November, is also back with an extended run.
Dancing On Ice star Stephen Mulhern will also return as host, having taken over from Noel Edmonds who originally hosted the show on Channel 4.
Speaking about its recommission, the 46-year-old said: “I am absolutely over the moon that Deal or No Deal is returning to our screens.
"The response has been incredible and series one was an absolute rollercoaster of emotions. I loved it! The contestants were a fantastic bunch facing the banker and our new batch of players need to hold their nerve if they want to walk away with the huge jackpot!
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"It's such a phenomenal show and I’m absolutely chuffed to bits that we’re going to be doing it all over again. I can't wait to get back to that studio!”
ITV bosses said they were "blown away" by the response to the revival, with a staggering 13.7 million viewers reached to date on all devices.
Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment commissioning at ITV said: “We are delighted the ITV viewers loved the new series Deal or No Deal, it was a triumphant return for this thoroughly enjoyable game show.
"It's a fantastic format that is both heartwarming and captivating and with Stephen at the helm it's the perfect combination.”
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In an exclusive chat with The Sun, Stephen previously revealed that filming for series two would commence in June.
The original series, fronted by Noel, ran on Channel 4 for 11 years until 2016.
Casting for Deal or No Deal is due to open soon, with applications available from .
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