What Time Does I’m A Celebrity Start 2026? Start Date, Time and Where to Watch
What time does I’m A Celebrity start in 2026?
ITV has not yet confirmed the 2026 start date or time for I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! The broadcaster has confirmed only that the show returns in November 2026, hosted by Ant & Dec, on ITV1 and ITVX. The launch trailer, released on 16 October 2026, says only “Returning soon”.
Press reports say the series will launch on Monday 16 November 2026 at 9pm, moved from the usual Sunday slot because England play Spain in the UEFA Nations League on Sunday 15 November. That date and time come from press reports, not from ITV, so treat them as unconfirmed until ITV announces the schedule. This page will be updated as soon as ITV confirms the launch.
I’m A Celebrity 2026: what we know so far
| Detail | Confirmed |
|---|---|
| Channel | ITV1 |
| Streaming | ITVX |
| Hosts | Ant & Dec |
| Month | November 2026 |
| Exact start date and time | Not yet confirmed by ITV |
How to watch I’m A Celebrity
- Live: ITV1 when the series starts.
- Catch-up and on demand: ITVX — episodes are available to stream after they air.
- Usual time: the launch show has started at 9pm in recent years, but ITV has not confirmed the 2026 time.
What to expect from I’m A Celebrity 2026
The show returns to the Australian jungle for another series of Bushtucker Trials, camp life and celebrity contestants, hosted by Ant & Dec. The full line-up of campmates is announced closer to the launch. Last year’s series launched on Sunday 16 November 2025 at 9pm — but last year’s date must not be taken as this year’s, since the 2026 launch is reported to move to a Monday.
Frequently asked questions
What time does I’m A Celebrity start in 2026?
ITV has not confirmed the start time yet. Press reports say Monday 16 November 2026 at 9pm, but that is unconfirmed.
What channel is I’m A Celebrity on?
ITV1, with episodes also available on ITVX.
Who hosts I’m A Celebrity?
Ant & Dec host the show.
When does I’m A Celebrity 2026 start?
ITV says November 2026. The exact date has not been confirmed. Press reports point to Monday 16 November 2026, but that is not official.
Can I watch I’m A Celebrity on catch-up?
Yes. Episodes are available on ITVX after they air on ITV1.
Sources
- ITV — I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! returns November 2026, ITV1 and ITVX, hosted by Ant & Dec
- ITV launch trailer, 16 October 2026 — “Returning soon”
- The Sun, 14 August 2026 (repeated 20 October 2026) — reported launch Monday 16 November 2026 at 9pm (press report, not ITV-confirmed)
Ekaterina Saar is the editor of ContentOcean, covering UK entertainment, sport, money and lifestyle. She researches every article from news reports and official sources and keeps them updated as new information comes out.