LEGENDARY game show Deal or No Deal is back on the box. much to the delight of viewers.
The rebooted game show has been brought to life by ITV, and follows the same format as the Channel 4 original – with fans instantly wondering who the mysterious banker is.
Who is the Banker in Deal or No Deal?
Much like the original Deal or No Deal, the identity of the banker is the a closely guarded secret.
ITV have not, and will not, reveal who the person on the other end of the phone making the deals really is.
The new series of Deal Or No Deal is running weekdays at 4pm on ITV.
The format of the reboot remains largely the same, apart from a new studio and host.
Its prize fund has also had a significant drop – being slashed from Channel 4’s eye-watering £250,000 to £100k.
An insider previously told us: “It’s a strange sign of the times, but times are tough for ITV just as it is for all other companies across the country, and £100,000 is still a lot of money these days.
“Plus, Deal or no Deal was never about the winnings, it was always about the game and the camaraderie between the contestants, with some happy to walks away with nothing….or just 1p in some cases.”
Is the new Banker in Deal or No Deal the same as the original person?
As it is a brand new show, there will be a brand new banker.
The identity of the Banker on the Noel Edmonds‘ game show Deal or No Deal was a well kept secret for more than a decade.
Their name was never confirmed on the game show, the only thing that viewers knew for sure was that the Banker was a man.
However over the years there has been much-speculation that it was Coronation Street actor Glenn Hugill believed to be the man of mystery.
Why is Noel Edmonds not hosting the new Deal or No Deal?
Deal or No Deal initially launched on Channel 4 in 2005 and ran for 11 years before being culled from the schedule.
Stephen Mulhern was previously revealed as the show’s brand new host, taking over from Noel Edmonds.
The original host isn’t involved as he has since emigrated to New Zealand.
Speaking about hosting the game show’s reboot, Stephen said: “Wow what an opportunity, I’m beyond excited to be hosting the brand-new series.
“I’ve always been such a huge fan of the show, so much so, I’ve been practising at home with small cereal boxes!…
“It looks so simple but it’s an incredibly compelling game for both those playing and the viewers watching at home.
“It’s one of the greatest shows of all time and to be the new host is an honour! I can’t wait to get started.”
