The Chase viewers left confused as 2026 Christmas special already confirmed: 'This is bizarre'
Fans were confused at the timingThe Chase viewers have been left very confused as the 2026 Christmas special has been confirmed already. And filming is believed to take place really soon.
Each year, on the lead-up to Christmas, TV fans are treated with numerous specials and fun new shows. But what they didn’t expect was two months after the 2025 Christmas shows, for there to already be planning in place for the 2026 schedule.
So, once the news made its way to social media, fans of the show were very confused.
The Chase 2026 Christmas special leaves fans confused
TV Zone revealed that ITV has confirmed the new Christmas schedule for The Chase already. And even stated when the show would be filming.
The outlet reported: “ITV have confirmed that The Chase will return for a Celebrity Christmas special later this year.
“The festive edition of the daytime quiz show will record on Sunday March 29, with audience tickets available via SRO Audiences.”
But after it was also shared on X, many fans were wondering why it had been confirmed so early in the year, as Christmas isn’t for another 10 months.
One fan penned: “Why is Christmas TV being confirmed in February?”
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“Filming for Christmas 2026 already? Why is this happening now?” another asked.
Another simply penned: “It’s February..”
One user pointed out that even the Doctor Who Christmas details are unknown at this point. They penned: “The fact The Chase is being filmed before Doctor Who is bizarre.”
The Chase spin-off is also coming soon
But the Christmas special of The Chase isn’t the only thing viewers have to look forward to. Last month it was revealed that a brand-new The Chase spin-off would be taking place, with Bradley Walsh still hosting – and applications open.
Chase Across The World will feature six pairs who have to locate all of the Chasers, who will be in secret locations around the globe. They will need to use their general knowledge and puzzle-solving skills to help them find the locations.
However, the last pair standing will need to face off against the Chasers in order to stay in the competition. And the final destination will be where they go against the Chasers for the huge cash prize.
Bradley said: “This bold new take on The Chase combines quizzing with travelling and will test contestants’ knowledge like never before. The Chasers are already famous around the world, so fans can look forward to seeing them ply their trade in superb secret locations.”
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