BREAKING: Viewers are left baffled just minutes into the Christmas special of ITV’s popular quiz show, The Chase, airing on December 25, 2023. Celebrities competing for charity prizes sparked confusion with a theme that blended festive cheer with spooky undertones from “The Addams Family.”
Host Bradley Walsh welcomed celebrity contestants Kate Silverton, Ruthie Henshall, Iain Stirling, and Rev Richard Coles to the show, but fans quickly took to social media to express their bewilderment over the unusual theme. While the show was promoted as a “Christmas special,” Walsh revealed it was also a “fancy dress special,” featuring contestants in costumes.
As the game kicked off, Anne Hegerty, known as The Governess, made a grand entrance dressed as Morticia Addams, complete with a long black sparkly gown and heavy makeup. This unexpected choice prompted viewers to question the holiday spirit of the episode. One Twitter user asked, “Is this a Christmas special or a Halloween special?” while another posted, “Halloween but with tinsel?”
Despite the confusion, the gameplay continued with Silverton first up in the Cash Builder round. She managed to secure £4,000 for her team after a challenging head-to-head against The Governess. Next, Rev Richard Coles showcased his impressive general knowledge, earning a staggering £8,000 and daring to take a £90,000 offer against The Dark Destroyer, Shaun Wallace. Unfortunately, his journey ended when he was caught, with Walsh announcing, “You have been caught and for you the chase is over.”
Ruthie Henshall brought some relief to the team with a successful run against The Vixen, claiming £1,000 and boosting the team pot to £5,000. Then, Iain Stirling took on The Sinnerman, aiming for a massive £175,000. After an intense round, the team prepared for the final chase with a total of £180,000 at stake.
In a nail-biting conclusion, the remaining celebrities faced off against Mark Labbett, aka The Beast. Despite their efforts, they fell short, falling victim to The Beast with just 35 seconds left on the clock. They exited the show empty-handed, leaving fans talking about the unusual theme long after the credits rolled.
As the festive season continues, viewers remain engaged, questioning the show’s creative decisions and sharing their thoughts across social media platforms. This episode of The Chase has certainly sparked conversation, proving that even a holiday special can blend confusion with excitement.
Stay tuned for more updates and reactions from fans regarding this unique television event.
