ITV Announces Start Date for Festive 2025 I’m A Celebrity Series

ITV has officially confirmed that the 25th series of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! will premiere on November 16, 2025. The announcement coincides with the release of a festive trailer featuring hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, who are set to return to the Australian jungle. This latest installment of the popular reality series marks a significant milestone as it embraces its role as a herald of the holiday season.

In the newly released trailer, Ant and Dec don matching Christmas jumpers adorned with spiders, bugs, and gold stars. Ant enthusiastically declares, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year… and it’s about to get even better with the news that the new series of I’m A Celebrity is just weeks away!” Dec humorously adds, “Yes, it’s time to Ant and Dec(k) the halls and clear your diaries, because we’re back on November 16!”

The show has become a staple of the festive television lineup, drawing viewers with its unique blend of entertainment and challenges. Ant quips, “Nothing says Christmas like hungry celebrities in the Aussie jungle covered in bugs,” while Dec notes, “It’s the gift that keeps on giving. You’re welcome!”

Last year’s series saw Danny Jones from the band McFly crowned as the King of the Jungle, triumphing over contestants including Coleen Rooney and Reverend Richard Coles. Previous winners have also included notable figures such as Sam Thompson, Jill Scott, Harry Redknapp, and Vicky Pattison.

The lineup for this year’s contestants remains under wraps, though speculation suggests a range of high-profile names, including Wayne Rooney, Denise Van Outen, Tommy Fury, Kelly Brook, Conor Benn, and Manchester rapper Aitch. As in past series, the official confirmation of contestants will likely come as they arrive in Australia.

With its mix of celebrity antics and survival challenges, I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! continues to capture the attention of audiences across the UK and beyond. As the start date approaches, viewers can anticipate the excitement and drama that the series promises to deliver, with a full roster of celebrities expected to bring their unique flair to the jungle.

The show will air on ITV1, STV, ITVX, and STV Player, ensuring that fans have multiple options to tune in and enjoy the festive chaos that unfolds once again.