ITV bosses are planning for another five years of I’m A Celebrity, with talks under way to film in the jungle until 2030.
The unusual long-term move would take the channel’s most-watched returning series up to its landmark 30th season.
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I’m A Celebrity, hosted by Ant & Dec, could reach its landmark 30th seasonCredit: ITV
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Ant and Dec, pictured in 2002, have co-presented the show since the startCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
Execs are now locked in negotiations with Australian authorities to secure the area of jungle where they film.
A TV insider told The Sun: “The production team are planning five years in advance, which is a long-term approach they haven’t adopted before.
“But this is not a done deal with the local authorities and the negotiations have just started with officials to secure the site.
“They’re not taking anything for granted but are hopeful all parties involved will be able to reach some kind of agreement.”
It is a sign of ITV’s long-term commitment to the show, hosted by Ant & Dec.
Previously only three-year deals were struck to secure the site in Murwillumbah, New South Wales.
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DJ Tony Blackburn winning the first series in 2002Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
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Last year, the show’s 24th instalment was won by McFly’s Danny Jones, pictured alongside runner-up Coleen Rooney and third place Richard ColesCredit: Rex
Filming there beyond 2030 would require further negotiations with Tweed Shire Council, which must give its official blessing.
Confirming talks with ITV, a council spokeswoman said: “They will need to seek permission again – we can’t give open-ended filming permissions to anyone.”
I’m A Celebrity will return this autumn for the 25th series, though the line-up has yet to be unveiled.
It has proved a huge hit for ITV, with DJ Tony Blackburn winning the first series in 2002.
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During the Covid pandemic in 2020 and 2021 it moved to Gwrych Castle in North Wales.
Last year, its 24th instalment, was won by McFly’s Danny Jones. Richard Coles and Coleen Rooney were runners-up.
I’m A Celeb was 2024’s most-watched entertainment series, averaging 9.1million viewers.
ITV has been approached for comment.
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