We don’t often cover game shows here on Geektown, but when one pops up on ITV hosted by David Tennant, we feel it deserves a mention!
‘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.
BAFTA and Emmy award-winning actor, David Tennant invites the country’s most brilliant minds to participate in this ultimate TV challenge. Produced by Remarkable Entertainment (part of Banijay UK), viewers will see David 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’?
“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,” said Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment at ITV. “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.”
‘Genius Game’ is commissioned by Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment at ITV and Joe Mace, Commissioning Editor, Entertainment Commissioning, ITV. Tamara Gilder is Executive Producer for Remarkable Entertainment (a Banijay UK Company) alongside Kelly Lynn and Anna Kidd. Remarkable Entertainment is run by Joint MDs Tamara Gilder and Cat Lawson. ‘Genius Game’ is represented by Banijay across eleven international markets including the UK, Germany, Iberia, Mexico, Brazil, Israel and the Nordics.
“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,” adds Tamara Gilder, joint MD of Remarkable.
‘Genius Game’ was originally created by leading entertainment company CJ ENM which is known for creating hit formats that travel globally.
‘Genius Game’ does not yet have a premiere date but will air on ITV1 and ITVX in the UK.
