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The Chase Around The World Set for July 16 Launch

ITV is taking its quiz format on location across Europe, a move that has exposed contestants and Chasers to frequent public recognition and required steps to protect shooting sites.

Overview

  • Coverage published Friday confirmed ITV will premiere the six-part spin-off The Chase Around The World on Thursday, July 16 at 9pm, with episodes on ITV1 and streaming on ITVX, STV and STV Player.
  • The series sends six pairs of contestants to cities including Rome, Lisbon and the Alps to solve clues and races for a top prize of £100,000.
  • Chasers and host Bradley Walsh described on-location differences from studio work and recounted moments of high emotion, including a last-place couple who later beat the Chasers to stay in the contest.
  • Cast members reported frequent fan recognition while filming, with Shaun Wallace saying crews asked people not to post photos until July to avoid revealing locations.
  • Anne Hegerty corrected a common misconception by saying she does not own her on-screen 'Governess' costume, highlighting how TV personas and wardrobe can mislead the public and complicate location shoots.