In for a Penny

Stephen Mulhern presents a game show filmed in public locations across the United Kingdom. In Bournemouth, he invites everyday passers‑by to take part in a series of unusual challenges, turning ordinary streets into a spontaneous competition arena for a brief, fun‑filled contest.

The series is a game‑show format that unfolds in public spaces across the United Kingdom. Fronted by Stephen Mulhern, the programme brings the excitement of a televised contest directly onto the streets, using everyday locations as its set. Its premise revolves around spontaneous interaction with the public rather than a studio‑based production for viewers to enjoy. In the Bournemouth episode, Mulhern steps onto the promenade and approaches random pedestrians, inviting them to join a succession of unconventional challenges. The host’s invitation is casual, yet it turns an ordinary walk‑by into a chance to compete. Participants are drawn into the game with minimal preparation, adding a spontaneous edge to the proceedings today. The show’s structure relies on the immediacy of street‑level engagement. By situating the contests in bustling locales, the programme captures the ambient sounds and passer‑by reactions, turning the surrounding environment into part of the spectacle. This on‑the‑spot format means the set is ever‑changing, reflecting the character of each town it visits throughout the filming process. Each of the tasks presented to the Bournemouth crowd is deliberately odd, encouraging participants to step outside their comfort zones. Mulhern guides them through the rules, offering encouragement while maintaining the light‑hearted tone of the programme. The result is a series of brief, quirky contests that showcase ordinary people’s willingness to try something different on camera.