The Chase goes global! Bradley Walsh confirmed for "high-stakes ...
The series "will test contestants' knowledge like never before".
www.digitalspy.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting.
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The Chase Around the World — a spin-off concept announced by ITV in early 2026, described as a travel-themed edition where contestants pursue Chasers across locations around the globe. The project is positioned as a significant expansion of The Chase franchise, with Bradley Walsh as host on the spin-off. ITV and production partners have highlighted an international venue setup and high-stakes play, though specific broadcast dates and involved locations have not been fully confirmed publicly yet. [sources indicate official announcements and press coverage in January 2026][2][3]
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The general direction of The Chase franchise in 2026 is toward global and travel-infused formats, with media outlets reporting that ITV is exploring globally themed variants and potentially broader distribution across platforms. Details like exact episode counts, prize structure, and the lineup of Chasers for this world-tour concept remain to be clarified by ITV.[3][2]
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If you’re looking for a mobile/tabletop interpretation, there is also a mobile game adaptation titled The Chase: World Tour, which has been available since 2023 in international markets, though with regional licensing restrictions for certain regions. This is a separate product from the TV spin-off but shares branding and characters.[4][9][10]
Illustration: a quick snapshot of the trajectory
- TV spin-off concept (The Chase Around the World) announced for 2026 with travel elements and Bradley Walsh as host, aiming for international locations.[2][3]
- Global franchise expansion trend with confirmable details pending from ITV, including potential release windows and location lists.[3]
- Related mobile game exists under the same branding, offering a world-tour style quiz experience on devices.[9][10][4]
If you’d like, I can monitor for official ITV press updates and provide a concise, dated summary as soon as ITV confirms broadcast plans, cast, and locations. I can also pull together a side-by-side timeline of announced milestones once more sources publish them.