Big Brother returned with an epic live launch, as 16 housemates all entered the iconic house - but there was a twist.

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As they filed in one-by-one, they were tasked with either going on the blue side or the red side. Once all the housemates were inside, Big Brother revealed it had a trick up its sleeve: One side were housemates and the other non-housemates.

While those on the red side thought strength in numbers saved them, they couldn't have been more wrong, as they were revealed to be the non-housemates and would be living in storage!

But that wasn't all: Those who were placed as non-housemates are also the first group of contestants up for eviction this Friday!

As the season continues, read on for everything you need to know about Big Brother 2024.

Is there a release date for Big Brother 2024?

Big Brother returned to screens with the launch show on Sunday 6th October on ITV2 and ITVX.

As ever, the launch show saw a new group of housemates from all walks of like enter the brand new Big Brother house in front of a live studio audience.

What channel is Big Brother on TV?

AJ Odudu and Will Best posing next to each other in front of the Celebrity Big Brother logo. AJ is in a purple latex bodysuit while Will is in an all black suit
AJ Odudu and Will Best. ITV

Big Brother 2024 airs on ITV2 and ITVX each night at 9pm. Episodes will air from Sunday to Friday, with no episode airing on a Saturday.

While in the past the series has aired some evictions and live launches on ITV1, this isn't the case this time around. Should that change, we'll be sure to keep this page updated!

How to watch the Big Brother live stream

If fans fancy catching up on all the action beyond the ITV2 episodes, they can tune into the live streams which air seven nights a week exclusively on ITVX.

Similarly to last season, the Big Brother live streams will air from 11:30pm to 2am, unless a specific change is noted by ITV.

Can you apply for Big Brother 2024?

No. Applications for Big Brother 2024 are now closed.

Applications closed on Friday 19th July 2024 at midnight.

The website stated the iconic social experiment is looking "for the nation's most interesting, funny and entertaining characters from all walks of life".

Who will host Big Brother 2024?

AJ Odudu and Will Best both return as hosts for Big Brother 2024. In both the civilian and celebrity series, the pair have hosted the live eviction shows, while taking turns hosting Late & Live.

Big Brother continues Sunday to Friday at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.

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