Family Fortunes is returning to ITV - with a brand new host.
The popular family game show originally ran on the channel from 1980 to 2002 and was fronted by stars including Bob Monkhouse, Max Bygraves and Les Dennis.
An All Star version of Family Fortunes, hosted by Vernon Kay, also aired between 2006 to 2015 and featured celebrity families.
The new 10-part series will see chef and This Morning regular Gino D’Acampo front the programme, which will keep the show’s original format; families playing for the chance to win “big money” by guessing the most popular replies to survey-based questions posed to 100 people.
The series will be accompanied by two celebrity specials with famous families going head to head to take home money for charity.
Speaking about his new gig, D’Acampo said: “I am delighted that ITV asked me to be the host that is bringing back Family Fortunes to the British public, following in the footsteps of some legendary presenters.
“It’s a much beloved show in the USA, and around the world, and I cannot wait to get going and add more laughs to this format.”
Based on the US game show Family Feud, the Family Fortunes format has aired in more than 67 territories worldwide over the past 44 years.
Thames managing director Amelia Brown said: “Family Fortunes is one of the most iconic and funniest gameshows around, and I’m thrilled we get to bring it back on ITV.
“Gino will be an incredible and brilliantly unpredictable host and we’re delighted he’s taking the reins. What better time is there to bring back this family-based extravaganza.
Katie Rawcliffe, ITV’s head of entertainment commissioning, said “Family Fortunes is one of ITV’s best-known gameshows and we can’t wait to see Gino host it. He’s perfect to put a smile on the faces of a brand-new audience.”
Several game shows have seen a revival in more recent years as viewers long for nostalgia.
Stephen Mulhern brought back the iconic quiz Catchphrase, which asks contestants to name common sayings or phrases, in 2013 – with the show still running today.
Elsewhere, Alan Carr sampled a series of classic quizzes and formats with his Epic Gameshow.
Do you think you’ve got what it takes to be on the show? Email FF2020@thames.tv for more information about how to apply.
Additional reporting by PA
