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Sophie McLaughlin

Gladiators: Northern Irish contenders wanted for BBC reboot of iconic gameshow

Do you think you have what it takes to hear the iconic words "Contenders Ready! Gladiators Ready!" this year?

The popular gameshow Gladiators is set to return to our screens as BBC One has commissioned a 2023 reboot of the series.

Produced by Hungry Bear TV, the casting team is currently on the lookout for both "elite athletes" to become the new generation of Gladiators and contenders with the "speed and skill" to take them on.

Read more: NI contestants wanted for new BBC Saturday night game show

Hungry Bear has put out a casting call for Northern Irish contestants who would be interested in seeing if they can make it all the way to "The Eliminator".

A spokesperson said: "We are currently on the hunt for contenders who have the speed and skill to take The Gladiators on.

"Our team is coming to Belfast in April to hold contender try-outs and we would love to hear from athletes across Northern Ireland, who could take on a challenge of a lifetime."

Applications for contenders close on April 1, 2023.

The BBC added: "Contenders Ready! Gladiators Ready! Gladiators, one of the most exciting and energetic sports entertainment gameshows ever, will be returning to TV in its brand new home on the BBC.

"The much-loved Saturday night staple will be back with a brand new generation of superhuman Gladiators who will compete against a brave set of contenders in the ultimate test of speed and strength.

"We are searching the UK for elite athletes at the peak of their physical fitness to be part of the new generation of Gladiators.

"We are also on the hunt for contenders who have the speed and skill to take on the mighty new Gladiators."

To apply for the new series of Gladiators, see here

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