This Time Next Year

Davina McCall meets a 16-year-old boy who has not been able to speak for six years, and a man hoping to change his life by pledging to shed seven stones in weight

Davina McCall meets a couple who share the story of their year-long struggle for a baby, and a double leg amputee hoping to be able to walk again

Davina McCall meets a 16-year-old boy who has not been able to speak for six years, and a man hoping to change his life by pledging to shed seven stones in weight

In the programme, Davina McCall presents ordinary people with a twelve‑month period during which they are encouraged to transform various aspects of their personal wellbeing. One of the participants is a woman who has set the specific goal of shedding roughly fifty percent of her current body weight, a change she believes is essential before she can commence fertility treatment. The format gives each individual a clear timeframe to pursue these health‑related objectives, with McCall overseeing their progress throughout the year. All other members of the public involved receive the same twelve‑month window to work on their own personal goals, with McCall providing guidance and support as they strive to better their health and circumstances.

In this episode, Davina McCall sits down with two very different guests. The first is a former member of the armed forces who’s keen to swap his military uniform for a sports kit, hoping to don his nation’s colours on the field and prove himself in competition. The second guest is a man who’s spent a long period confined to a wheelchair and is now looking forward to a future where he can get back on his feet. Both men share their ambitions and the challenges they face as they strive to move beyond their current circumstances. Their stories highlight the determination required to chase new goals despite physical and mental hurdles.

The programme now sees a growing number of participants signing up for twelve‑month challenges. Among them are a pair of parents who hope to transform the life of their deaf baby girl by taking part. Throughout the series Davina McCall presents the stories, guiding viewers through each contestant’s year‑long commitment and the personal goals they aim to achieve. Each challenge is designed to test the participants’ resolve over an entire year, encouraging them to adopt new habits, confront obstacles and strive for lasting change. McCall’s role as presenter involves checking in with the participants, highlighting their progress and the emotional stakes involved in their personal missions.