Why is this happening now?’ The Chase viewers left confused over ITV’s ‘bizarre’ decision
It’s only February…
The Chase viewers have been left seriously confused after ITV confirmed the show’s 2026 Christmas special — despite Christmas still being months away.
The hit quiz show traditionally airs a festive celebrity episode each December. However, just weeks after the 2025 specials aired, plans for this year’s instalment are already underway.
And fans can’t quite believe how early it’s happening…
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The Christmas episode will return (Credit: ITV)
The Chase 2026 Christmas special leaves fans confused
TV Zone revealed that ITV has officially commissioned a new celebrity Christmas edition of The Chase.
The festive episode is reportedly set to be filmed on March 29, with audience tickets already available.
But after the news circulated on social media, viewers quickly questioned why the show was organising Christmas TV in February.
One fan asked: “Why is Christmas TV being confirmed in February?”
Another wrote: “Filming for Christmas already? Why is this happening now?”
A third joked: “It’s February…”
Someone else pointed out that even other major festive specials haven’t been announced yet, adding that it felt strange the quiz show was already preparing for December.
A spin-off will be taking place this year (Credit: ITV)
New Chase spin-off coming
However, it’s not just the Christmas special on the way either. ITV has also confirmed a brand-new spin-off, Chase Across The World, hosted by Bradley Walsh.
The series will follow six pairs of contestants travelling the globe as they attempt to track down the Chasers, who will be hidden in secret locations.
Using general knowledge and puzzle-solving skills, the teams must locate each Chaser — before eventually facing them in a final showdown for a cash prize.
Bradley teased: “This bold new take on The Chase combines quizzing with travelling and will test contestants’ knowledge like never before.”
So while Christmas may still feel a long way off, The Chase clearly isn’t wasting any time getting festive preparations started.
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