NBC will break its American rendition of the renowned UK game show The Wheel into two weeks in an unprecedented scheduling manoeuvre. The show will debut on December 19 at 10 p.m., then move to 8 p.m. the following week, with new weekly episodes.
It follows the removal of the show from the network’s midseason schedule, which was revealed last week. British comedian Michael McIntyre, who also directed the BBC version, creates and hosts each hour-long episode. It follows six famous guests as they spin, advise, and encourage aspirants competing for a chance to win $100,000.
In the inaugural episode, Cat Cora, Christina Ricci, Amber Ruffin, Steve Kornacki, Mark McGrath, and Todrick Hall will appear to assist participants in a number of subjects ranging from Beyoncé and the ’90s to elections and more.
Clay Aiken, Carole Baskin, Jaime Camil, Margaret Cho, Deepak Chopra, Kate Flannery, Vivica A. Fox, Tony Hawk, Loni Love, Judge Greg Mathis, Chrissy Metz, Mike “The Miz” Mizanin, Terrell Owens, Mark Sanchez, Raven-Symone, Buddy Valastro, and Kysy Whitley are among the other notable guests.
The Wheel is produced by Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Warner Horizon, Apploff Entertainment, and the original British creative team, Hungry McBear. The show was created by Michael McIntyre and Dan Baldwin, and it is executive produced by Jeff Apploff, Noah Bonnett, Mike Darnell, and Brooke Karzen.
The Wheel Episode Guide and Spoilers
The schedule and celebrity groupings are as follows: The first week airs at 10/9c every night, while the second batch airs at 8 p.m. every night.
Episode 1- The premiere of “The Wheel: Premiere” airs Monday, December 19 at 10/9c.
Cat Cora, Mark McGrath, Todrick Hall, Steve Kornacki, Christina Ricci, and Amber Ruffin help competitors answer questions on Beyoncé and the ’90s, as well as elections and other topics.
Episode 2- “Boats, Soaps, and Wrestling Ropes” premieres on Tuesday, December 20 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
In fields ranging from soap operas to mathematics, contestants are assisted by Vivica A. Fox, Mike “The Miz” Mizanin, JoJo, John Urschel, Captain Sandy Yawn, and Bruno Tonioli.
Episode 3- “Déjà Vu & Eyes of Blue” premieres on Wednesday, December 21 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
Judge Greg Mathis, Ricki Lake, Mark Sanchez, Amber Ruffin, Justin Willman, and Tori Spelling share their expertise in sweets, magic, and Beverly Hills.
Episode 4- “Divas & Derbies” will premiere on Thursday, December 22nd at 10/9c.
Buddy Valastro, Amber Riley, Jaime Camil, Carnie Wilson, Steve Kornacki, and Sheila E. support contestants in categories such as cakes, horse racing, and percussion, among others.
Episode 5- “Fish N’ Chips & Gold Medal Flips” premieres on Friday, December 23 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
The Three Stooges, gymnastics, and seafood are among the “hilarious categories” in which contestants compete, with Tom Bergeron, Shawn Johnson East, Captain Lee Rosbach, Kyla Pratt, Victor Cruz, and Debbie Gibson giving their skills.
Episode 6- “Big Cats & Bigger Brains” premieres Monday, December 26 at 8 p.m./7 p.m. CST.
In “wacky categories” like giant cats and bowling, contestants rely on Carole Baskin, Bre-Z, Deepak Chopra, Matt Iseman, Raven-Symone, and Terrell Owens.
Episode 7- “Wigs Galore, Dogs & More” premieres on Tuesday, December 27th at 8/7c.
Contestants go to Bobby Berk, Margaret Cho, Kate Flannery, Loni Love, Andy Richter, and Adam Rippon for answers such as wigs, comedians, pets, figure skating, and more.
Episode 8- “Sky Hooks and the Almighty Book” premieres on Wednesday, December 28 at 8/7c.
Taye Diggs, Ester Dean, Josh Flagg, Lyric Lewis, Jal Rose, and Christine Chiu give participants advice on anything from the Bible to real estate to plastic surgery.
Episode 9- “A Spin, a Twin, and a Win,” Thursday, December 29th, 8/7c
Contestants seek to advice on astrology, presidents, and country music from Chrissy Metz, Sanya Richards Ross, Russell Dickerson, Loni Love, Brie Bella, and Clay Aiken.
Episode 10- “The Skater & the Dater” premieres on Friday, December 30th at 8/7c.
Christina Ricci, Chris Kattan, Kym Whitley, Tony Hawk, Jackie Tohn, and Curt Stone give contestants advice on themes such as Saturday Night Live, pregnancy, and meat.
The Wheel Episodes 1&2 Release date
The all-new American version has a giant spinning wheel with celebrity guests who help ordinary participants win life-changing sums of money.
The first and second episodes will be released on December 19 and 20, respectively, with new episodes airing nightly at 10 p.m. The series will resume the next week with fresh episodes showing at 8 p.m. ET/PT. ET/PT. The show features high-stakes trivia, amusing events, and much more.
The Wheel: Streaming Guide
In a game show that will leave you wanting more, Michael McIntyre spins the wheel. It really is that simple to catch up on The Wheel episodes. Sign up for BBC iPlayer and you may watch the episode live. The episodes of The Wheel will be available for streaming on Peacock the day after they air.
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