Get ready for The wheel! During NBC’s new high-stakes show, six celebrity guests help the contestants win money. A lot of money. As in over $100,000. A huge hit in the UK, the show is created and hosted by a British comedian Michael McIntyre.
“There were a lot of returning formats and old games on British TV, so I literally tried to find a new one. And luckily the BBC loved it and it became a huge hit for them,” said McIntyre. Parade about how the show was originally made. “NBC saw the first show we did and wanted to do an American version. It was very exciting!”
Celebrities bring their A-game to a topic where they say they have a lot of experience. As McIntyre explains, “celebrities themselves choose a category in which they claim to be an expert.”
Categories run the gamut from politics to Beyoncé to candy to poker Beverly Hills 90210 and everything in between. The stars help the contestants answer various questions based on the category that comes from the giant 42-foot spinning wheel.
Filled with crossword puzzles and hilarity, the contestants answer one question from each category, but only one contestant can win this suspenseful show. Starting Monday, December 19, the buyout will take place for two weeks The wheel on NBC.
Here’s what we know about the US version of the UK game The wheel.
From left, Mike “The Miz” Mizanan, John Urschel, Captain Sandy Yawn, Michael McIntyre, Vivica A. Fox, Jojo, Bruno Tonioli
Chris Haston/NBC
What is The wheel?
A huge hit in the UK, its brand new American version The wheel features a rotating roster of celebrities who use their expertise to help contestants win life-changing money.
During The wheel, there are three contestants and only one can win. When the contestant is at the wheel, they must clear six categories chosen by the celebrities. “The Wheel rotates randomly to select a celebrity guest to help the contestant answer each trivia question,” explains McIntyre. “If they get a question wrong, they’re out of the wheel and may or may not come back. Whoever’s in the wheel at the end has a chance to win big!”
Who is hosting? The wheel?
The Wheel is hosted by the famous British comedian Michael McIntyre, who also created the show.
Which celebrity guests will be on The Wheel?
The all-star lineup is on The wheel includes Clay Aiken, Carole Baskin, Brie Bella, Tom Bergeron, Bobby Berk, Bre-Z, Jaime Camil, Christine Chiu, Margaret Cho, Deepak Chopra, Cat Cora, Victor Cruz, Ester Dean, Russell Dickerson, Taye Diggs, Sheila E., Shawn Johnson East, Josh Flagg, Kate Flannery, Vivica A. Fox, Debbie Gibson, Todrick Hall, Tony Hawk, Matt Iseman, Jojo, Chris Kattan, Steve Kornacki, Ricki Lake, Lyric Lewis, Loni Love, Judge Greg Mathis, Mark McGrath , Chrissy Metz, Mike “The Miz” Mizanin, Terrell Owens, Kyla Pratt, Christina Ricci, Andy Richter, Amber Riley, Adam Rippon, Captain Lee Rosbach, Jalen Rose, Sanya Richards Ross, Amber Ruffin, Mark Sanchez, Tori Spelling, Curtis Stone, Raven-Symone, Jackie Tohn, Bruno Tonioli, John Urschel, Buddy Valastro, Kym Whitley, Justin Willman, Carnie Wilson and Captain Sandy Yawned.
How big is it The wheel?
The wheel is one hour long.
How does it The wheel work?
Six celebrities sitting on a 42-foot spinning wheel advise the contestants as they try to be the last one standing. Celebrities offer their expertise in a variety of funny and specific categories, including candy, comedians, poker, politics and more, as contestants compete to win $100,000.
When does it The wheel premiere?
The wheel premieres Monday, December 19 at 10:00 PM ET. New episodes will air every night at 10 p.m. ET and will continue next week with new episodes at 8 p.m.
What time is it The wheel on?
The week of December 19th The wheel will be at 10 p.m. ET. Next week starting December 26th, The wheel will be at 8 p.m. ET.
Creator and host Michael McIntyre (Photo: Chris Haston/NBC)
What channel is The Wheel on?
The wheel it’s on NBC.
Is The wheel available for streaming?
All his episodes The wheel will also be available to stream on Peacock the day after they air on NBC.
When are the celebrities The wheel?
Monday 19 December at 22:00 – The Wheel: Premiere
Contestants get help from celebrities Cat Cora, Mark McGrath, Todrick Hall, Steve Kornacki, Christina Ricci and Amber Ruffin to answer trivia questions on a range of topics from Beyoncé and the 90s to the election and more.
Christina Ricci, Todrick Hall, Cat Cora, Michael McIntyre, Steve Kornacki, Mark McGrath, Amber Ruffin
Tuesday 20 December at 22:00 – Boats, Soaps & Wrestling Ropes
With categories ranging from soap operas to maths, contestants get help from celebrity guests Vivica A. Fox, Mike “The Miz” Mizanin, Jojo, John Urschel, Captain Sandy Yawn and Bruno Tonioli.
Mike “The Miz”, John Urschel, Captain Sandy, Michael McIntyre, Vivica A. Fox, Jojo, Bruno Tonioli
Wednesday 21 December at 22:00 – Déjà Vu & Eyes of Blue
Famous guests Judge Greg Mathis, Ricki Lake, Mark Sanchez, Amber Ruffin, Justin Willman and Tori Spelling lend their expertise across categories including candy, magic and Beverly Hills to help contestants compete for a life-changing prize.
Ricki Lake, Justin Willman, Michael McIntyre, Mark Sanchez, Tori Spelling, Judge Greg Mathis, Amber Ruffin
Thursday 22 December at 22:00 – Dives & Derby
With categories including cakes, horse racing, percussion and more, contestants are supported by celebrity experts Buddy Valastro, Amber Riley, Jaime Camil, Carnie Wilson, Steve Kornacki and Sheila E.
Sheila E, Buddy Valastro, Steve Kornacki, Michael McIntyre, Jaime Camil, Amber Riley, Carnie Wilson
Friday 23 December at 22:00 – Fish N’ Chips & Gold Medal Flips
Famous guests Tom Bergeron, Shawn Johnson East, Captain Lee Rosbach, Kyla Pratt, Victor Cruz and Debbie Gibson offer their expertise to contestants in a wide range of hilarious categories including ‘The Three Stooges’, fitness and seafood.
Kyla Pratt, Captain Lee, Debbie Gibson, Michael McIntyre, Shawn Johnson East, Tom Bergeron, Victor Cruz
Monday, December 26 at 8 p.m. Big Cats & Bigger Brains
With quirky categories like big cats and bowling, the contestants rely on celebrities Carole Baskin, Bre-Z, Deepak Chopra, Matt Iseman, Raven-Symone and Terrell Owens to be the last ones standing on “The Wheel.”
Tuesday, December 27, at 8 p.m. Sky Hook & the Almighty Book
Celebrity experts Taye Diggs, Ester Dean, Josh Flagg, Lyric Lewis, Jalen Rose and Christine Chiu advise the contestants on questions about the Bible, real estate, plastic surgery and more.
Wednesday, December 28 at 8 p.m. Wigs Galore, Dogs & More
Contestants hope for answers from celebrity experts Bobby Berk, Margaret Cho, Kate Flannery, Loni Love, Andy Richter and Adam Rippon in categories including wigs, comedians, dogs, figure skating and more.
Kate Flannery, Margaret Cho, Andy Richter, Michael McIntyre, Bobby Berk, Loni Love, Adam Rippon
Thursday, December 29 at 8 p.m. – A Spin, a Twin & a Win
With categories like astrology, presidents and country music, the contestants rely on celebrity experts Chrissy Metz, Sanya Richards Ross, Russell Dickerson, Loni Love, Brie Bella and Clay Aiken.
Sanya Richards Ross, Clay Aiken, Chrissy Metz, Michael McIntyre, Russell Dickerson, Loni Love, Brie Bella
Friday, December 30 at 8 p.m. The Skater & the Dater
Contestants get insights from celebrity guests Christina Ricci, Chris Kattan, Kym Whitley, Tony Hawk, Jackie Tohn and Curtis Stone on a variety of categories including “Saturday Night Live,” pregnancy and meat.
Curtis Stone, Kym Whitley, Tony Hawk, Michael McIntyre, Chris Kattan, Christina Ricci, Jackie Tohn
Who produces The wheel?
The wheel Produced by Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Warner Horizon, Apploff Entertainment and original UK creative team Hungry McBear.
Who created The wheel video game;
The series was created by Michael McIntyre and Dan Baldwin, who are executive producers along with Jeff Apploff, Noah Bonnett, Mike Darnell and Brooke Karzen.
There is a trailer for The wheel?
Yes! Watch the trailer for The wheel here:
