ITV announces twisted new game show with award-winning actor as host – & it makes The Chase and Tipping Point look tame
ITV has announced a twisted new game show with an award-winning actor as the host – and it makes The Chase and Tipping Point look tame.
Genius Game is a brand-new reality game show that will see strategically minded players, chosen not just for their high intellectual prowess but also their social IQ, face the ultimate battle of survival.
To win, contestants will participate in a host of never before seen games all designed to not only test their intellectual acumen but encourage them to carefully and creatively use the art of manipulation to outfox their opponents and win a cash prize.
The new show will be hosted by David Tennant, with the former Doctor Who actor making his first foray into quiz-show presenting.
David, 52, will take on the role of The Creator in the eight-part series which originates from South Korea, and guide players as they attempt to navigate each uniquely crafted challenge.
But who has what it takes to deceive, collude & outsmart their opponents to become the first UK winner of ‘Genius Game’?
Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment at ITV, said: “This exciting reality format is designed to keep not just the players but the audience on the edge of their seats with each episode containing compelling gameplay and thrilling twists.
“David Tennant is the perfect ringmaster to preside over this battle of brainpower, teamwork and deception.
“We’re delighted to be bringing Genius Game to the ITV audience.”
Tamara Gilder, joint MD of Remarkable added: “We are so thrilled that David will be guiding the players through the twists & turns of the show.
“There’s nothing quite like Genius Game, it’s smart & funny – just like he is – he’s the perfect frontman.”
David has made some fun choices outside of his acting work recently, stunning fans of The Masked Singer by making a appearance during the final.
He also hosted the BAFTA Film Awards for the first time last month.
Meanwhile, he reprised his role in Doctor Who last year for a series of special episodes, and the third series of Good Omens is coming up on Prime Video.