An ITV show hailed as ‘television at its best’ that left viewers sobbing has announced a brand new series that is set to hit screens next year.
The Assembly debuted back in April and features a number of celebrities questioned by a group of people who are autistic, neurodivergent and/or learning disabled.
It saw several well-known stars including actors Danny Dyer and David Tennant get quizzed, as well as Little Mix‘s Jade Thirlwall and Gary Lineker.
Now, it has been revealed the show is set to return for a second season after earning plenty of praise from critics with the first.
Six celebrities will appear on the new season, yet to be announced, and it will consist of seven 30 minute episodes, including an ‘Unseen’ instalment.
ITV boss Katie Rawcliffe described The Assembly as ‘ITV entertainment at its best’ and said: ‘This really is ITV entertainment at its best: warm, funny, revealing and just that little bit mischievous.
An ITV show hailed as ‘television at its best’ that left viewers sobbing has announced a brand new series that is set to hit screens next year. Pictured: Danny Dyer on the first season of This Assembly
The Assembly debuted back in April and features a number of celebrities questioned by a group of people who are autistic, neurodivergent and/or learning disabled. Pictured: Gary Lineker on the show
‘We’ve got lots of ideas about which famous faces will join for series 2 and we’re eager to see what we’ll learn from the fantastic questions The Assembly will have.’
While David Smyth, Entertainment Commissioning Editor ITV added: ‘The response to series 1 was thrilling and completely deserved for this fantastic cast and crew.
‘There was no doubt in my mind that we needed to do more. I can’t wait to see what questions The Assembly will put to our next group of bold celebrities and what their responses will be…’
Rockerdale Studios boss, the production company behind the show, Michelle Singer said: ‘Absolutely delighted that we get to make more of these groundbreaking shows of which we’re so proud.
‘The cast can’t wait to find out who they’ll be grilling next and I can’t wait for more opportunities to dance on set with them!’
The first season was a hit with viewers who broke down in tears at the show and begged bosses for ‘another series and longer episodes’.
Many fans flocked to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share their thoughts.
One said: ‘Just watch #TheAssembly with Danny dyer what a fantastic show, I ended up crying my eyes out, very emotional but fantastic questions it was great.’
It saw several well-known stars including actors Danny Dyer and David Tennant get quizzed, as well as Little Mix’s Jade Thirlwall (pictured) and Gary Lineker
Now, it has been revealed the show is set to return for a second season after earning plenty of praise from critics with the first
‘Just finished watching The Assembly. Unbelievable television. Heartwarming, and honest from beautiful people. Danny Dyer and David Tennant are superb, the singing is superb, loved every minute.’
‘This show better be renewed and for longer episodes and a longer run. It’s so heartwarming and television at its best.’
‘Watching #TheAssembly on ITVX, wow what a brilliant idea with no questions off limit and I’m sure the celebrities got as much out of it as the interviewers. Hope they make more episodes.’
‘Anybody watch #TheAssembly on STV (ITV I suppose) bloody hell.. I’m a blubbering wreck.’
‘I have just watched #TheAssembly and I was crying my eyes out, so emotional, what a great programme, what I love about you is you are honest and what you see is what you get, I wish more people in the media were like that! Now let’s see what Mr Tennant’s is like.’
‘What a series. One episode after the other- original, challenging, creative and emotional. Leaves you feeling wanting more.’
Six celebrities will appear on the new season, yet to be announced, and it will consist of seven 30 minute episodes, including an ‘Unseen’ instalment
‘OMG how beautiful is The Assembly? Unmissable uplifting television. 10/10.’
The Assembly first aired on the BBC and the 30-minute pilot starred Michael Sheen.
But this show is based on the French show Les Rencontres du Papotin, which was created by Kiosco TV and Quad Ten, and is distributed by Can’t Stop Media.
The Assembly airs on ITV1 and is available to stream on ITVX.
