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BBC Revives 1990s Snooker Game Show Big Break With Paddy McGuinness and Stephen Hendry

The reboot signals the BBC’s push to tap surging snooker interest following this year’s World Championship.

Overview

  • Big Break, which the BBC announced Tuesday, returns with Paddy McGuinness hosting alongside seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry.
  • The BBC ordered 20 half-hour episodes for BBC Two and iPlayer, with filming starting soon and no air date yet.
  • The format keeps three contestants paired with pro players competing through three trick-shot rounds for a cash finale.
  • The series gets a brand-new look with new camera angles and a blend of fast-paced frames and light comedy.
  • Production comes from Naked, Fremantle and Vibrant Television, with applications now open for would‑be contestants.