I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! returns on Monday 16 November 2026 at 9pm on ITV1, with episodes on ITVX straight after they air, according to TechRadar. ITV confirmed the date earlier this month, a day later than the usual Sunday launch.
I’m a Celebrity 2026 at a glance
| Detail | What we know |
|---|---|
| Start date | Monday 16 November 2026 |
| Time and channel | 9pm on ITV1 (STV and STV Player in Scotland) |
| Streaming | ITVX, with episodes available straight after they air |
| Schedule | Every weeknight for three weeks |
| Final | Live grand final expected around 6 December |
| Hosts | Ant and Dec, returning as hosts |
| Setting | Australian jungle near Murwillumbah, New South Wales, according to What to Watch |
| 2025 winner | Angry Ginge |
| Celebrity line-up | Not officially confirmed by ITV in the sources we checked |
Why the start date moved to Monday
The series was originally expected to begin on Sunday 15 November. TechRadar says it was moved because of the Nations League match between Spain and England, and Heart describes it as a 24-hour delay on the usual date.
Who is in the 2026 line-up?
At the time of writing, ITV had not officially confirmed the campmates. Capital Xtra reported on 3 November that ITV was expected to announce them within days, and Hello Rayo notes ITV and STV usually reveal the full line-up a few days before launch. Names circulating online come from press reports rather than ITV, so we are not repeating them here. Check ITV’s announcement before the first episode.
How to watch I’m a Celebrity free in the UK
- Live on TV: tune in to ITV1 at 9pm from Monday 16 November (STV in Scotland).
- On catch-up: ITVX is free, and creating an account needs a UK postcode, TechRadar notes.
- Check your licence: you generally need a TV Licence to watch live TV as it is broadcast, on any channel or service. Our TV Licence guide explains who needs one in 2026.
Make it a proper viewing night
Three weeks of weeknight episodes is easy to plan around. Our home movie night guide has simple ideas for snacks and seating, and when the series finishes our best Christmas films guide picks up where it leaves off. If extra subscriptions are creeping up, our streaming costs guide shows how to trim them.
Frequently asked questions
When does I’m a Celebrity 2026 start?
Monday 16 November 2026 at 9pm on ITV1.
How long does the series run?
It airs every weeknight for three weeks, with the live final expected around 6 December.
Where can I watch it for free?
On ITV1 live and on ITVX afterwards. ITVX is free, but you need a UK postcode to register.
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Who hosts the 2026 series?
Ant and Dec are back as hosts.
Who are the celebrities this year?
ITV had not officially confirmed the line-up in the sources we checked. Wait for the official announcement rather than relying on rumours.
Sources: TechRadar, Heart, Capital, Capital Xtra, What to Watch and Hello Rayo.
