Celebrity Race Across the World: Release date and latest news
Here's everything we know so far about the BBC's Celebrity Race Across the World.
Celebrity Race Across the World is making its way to our screens as four famous parents and their loved ones set out to complete the ultimate race.
The programme will see the pairs compete against each other to be the first couple to make it from Marrakech, Morocco (the most north-western country in Africa) to the finish point in Tromsø, Norway, known as the Arctic capital.
The 10,000km journey will cover 24 countries, including regions in the mighty Alps, unexplored Central Europe, the fairy tale Baltic States, and snowy Scandinavia.
So if, like us, you're obsessed with the show, read on to find out all you need to know about the next celebrity-studded series.
Celebrity Race Across the World release date
Celebrity Race Across the World was originally meant to premiere on Wednesday 13th September, however it was postponed due to the earthquake in Morocco.
In a statement, the BBC said: "In light of the earthquake in Morocco, we have taken the decision to postpone the first episode of Celebrity Race Across the World, which was filmed in Marrakesh."
The first episode is now set to air on Wednesday 20th September at 9pm on BBC One.
Who is in the Celebrity Race Across the World cast?
The celebrity line-up of Race Across the World features a variety of famous faces, all from different parts of the entertainment industry.
The four couples consist of:
- McFly drummer Harry Judd and his mother Emma
- Broadcaster Alex Beresford and his dad Noel
- Singer Mel Blatt and her mum Helene
- British racing driver and pundit Billy Monger and his sister Bonny
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Is there a Celebrity Race Across the World trailer?
The BBC has released a 30 second trailer for Celebrity Race Across the World, ensuring it is all spoiler free. Viewers can see the celebs and their family members in their first stages of the race through to challenging times as they try to get to each checkpoint first.
You can watch the trailer here.
Celebrity Race Across the World will start on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Wednesday 20th September at 9pm.
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