Get ready for some unmissable drama, because the doors to television's most-watched house are opening once again!
Big Brother is barging back onto our screens for its 23rd series in autumn 2026, promising a brand-new batch of fearless housemates and more iconic reality TV moments than ever before.
AJ Odudu and Will Best are returning to host, guiding us through every nomination, twist, and dramatic live eviction, while a new look house promises to give us plenty of surprises. We can't wait!
Whether you're a die-hard fan who stays up until 3am for the live stream, or you're just here for the chaos of launch night, here's your ultimate guide to everything happening inside the house this autumn.
When is Big Brother 2026?
So, when is Big Brother officially returning to reclaim our television screens? Get your diaries ready, because Big Brother 2026 is scheduled to launch this autumn.
This year’s series is set to be the longest civilian run since the show arrived on ITV. The schedule for the series is believed to have been expanded to a whopping 54 days across eight full weeks, meaning we can expect even more action-packed episodes.
Plus the iconic house has been remodelled as a 'house of surprises,' featuring unexpected twists, ambitious group tasks, high-stakes nominations, and dramatic live evictions guaranteed to keep housemates on their toes every step of the way.
Who won the last season of Big Brother?
Before we dive into the fresh chaos, let’s revisit last year's unforgettable climax. If you are trying to remember who won Big Brother 2025, the memorable victory went to 60-year-old Richard Storry.
Making history as the oldest-ever winner of the UK civilian series, Richard won over millions of viewers across the nation with his infectious warmth, sharp wit, and genuine character.
After navigating intense nominations and sleeping on floor mattresses during tough house tasks, he beat runner-up Elsa Rae in a dramatic live finale to take home the coveted £100,000 cash prize. His unforgettable win proved that authentic personality always reigns supreme with the voting public!
2026 line-up: who is in the Big Brother house this year?
It's the question every fan wants answered: who's entering the Big Brother house this year? For now, the exact identity of who’s moving in is still being kept under wraps for maximum shock value.
Public applications officially closed on 1st August 2026, meaning the final group of strangers has already been selected and placed into pre-show isolation.
While the housemates remain top-secret, producers have confirmed that contestants will move into the purpose-built set located in West London. We got the first official taste of the new season when the 2026 eye logo was unveiled in August, and we've been eager for more details ever since!
Where is the Big Brother house located?
Series 23 of Big Brother UK is being filmed at the brand new Titan Studios in West London. The production relocated to this location starting from the 2025/2026 run, and is also next to Versa Studios, where the brilliant spin-off show Big Brother: Late and Live was filmed. Before setting up at its new home at Titan Studios, the iconic BB house was located at Brent Park in North London, and the historic Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire.
How to watch Big Brother 2026
Catching all the daily drama couldn't be simpler. Big Brother 2026 generally airs six nights a week (Sunday to Friday) on ITV2 and ITVX, kicking off with a special 90-minute launch show.
That's all we can confirm for now, but we can't wait to see all the Diary Room drama when Big Brother returns later this year!
