The Chase Celebrity Special

Scott Mills, Gareth Malone, Louise Minchin and Glenn Hoddle face off against the Chaser, a ruthless quiz genius. The quartet must pit their wits against him, navigating a series of tough questions, and only by outsmarting the Chaser can they secure the cash prize.

The programme brings together four familiar faces – Scott Mills, Gareth Malone, Louise Minchin and Glenn Hoddle – for a special quiz‑style episode. It’s billed as a contest where the quartet must work together against a single, formidable opponent. The format pits the celebrity team against the Chaser, a quiz mastermind whose reputation for ruthlessness is central to the show’s premise. In each segment the four participants are forced to rely on their knowledge and quick thinking to outwit the Chaser. This quiz genius is relentless, intent on blocking the team from securing the cash prize on offer. The challenge lies in matching the Chaser’s speed and accuracy, with the contestants needing to stay one step ahead if they hope to claim the money. The episode’s tension revolves around the Chaser’s determination to keep the prize out of the team’s hands. As the game progresses, the contestants must constantly adapt their strategies, using whatever wits they have to counter the Chaser’s expertise. Their ultimate aim is simple: overcome the Chaser’s relentless tactics and walk away with the cash reward.