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I’m A Celebrity 2025 Launch: Complete Guide to Watching, Meet the Cast, and Official Merchandise

The Australian jungle is calling. Tonight, Sunday 16 November 2025 at 9pm, ITV1 brings back one of television’s most beloved reality competition shows with a brand-new cast of celebrities ready to face their fears, endure grueling Bushtucker Trials, and compete for the coveted title of King or Queen of the Jungle.

Two men standing in a jungle-like setting, representing hosts of a jungle-themed show 

Where to Watch I’m A Celebrity 2025

UK Viewing Options

Live Broadcast

Watch the launch show live on ITV1 and STV at 9pm GMT on Sunday 16 November 2025. The launch episode will run longer than usual, ending at 10:35pm.

Online Streaming (Free)

Stream live or on-demand completely free on ITVX, ITV’s official streaming platform: itvx.com/imacelebrity

To access ITVX, simply:

  • Visit itvx.com
  • Sign up with an email address and UK postcode
  • No subscription fee required

From Outside the UK

If you’re abroad, you can watch using a VPN set to a UK server to access ITVX or ITV1 content. Many viewers use services like NordVPN.


Meet the 2025 Campmates

Tonight’s launch show sees 10 celebrities entering the Australian jungle for three weeks. Here’s who’s heading Down Under:

The Full Lineup

CampmateBackgroundNotable Fact
Ruby Wax OBEBroadcasterMulti-time show veteran
Martin KempMusician & Actor (Spandau Ballet)80s pop icon, age 64
Kelly BrookModel & Heart Radio DJFinally agreed to do the show after years of saying “never”
Jack OsbourneTV PersonalitySon of late rock legend Ozzy Osbourne
Alex Scott MBESports Broadcaster & Former LionessEngland international footballer, 140 caps
Shona McGartyActress (EastEnders)Played Whitney Dean for 15 years
Lisa RileyActress (Emmerdale)Celebrating turning 50 next year; 30 years on Emmerdale
AitchBrit & MOBO Award-Winning RapperReal name: Harrison Armstrong; girlfriend Gracie cheers him on
Eddie KadiComedianFirst-time reality TV venture
AngryGinge (Morgan Burtwistle)Football Content Creator & YouTuber3 million social media followers; after GK Barry’s 2024 success

Late Entrants (Confirmed)

Reports suggest Vogue Williams and Tom Read Wilson may enter as late arrivals to shake up camp dynamics.

Ant and Dec hosting the 2025 launch show of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! with a jungle backdrop 

Tonight’s Launch Challenge

The opening episode features a thrilling beach challenge where five selected celebrities—Kelly Brook, Aitch, Martin Kemp, Eddie Kadi, and Shona McGarty—will:

  1. Skydive from a helicopter onto a white sandy beach
  2. Wade through offal and slime to retrieve five tools
  3. Unlock five bolts on a wall to secure a key fob

The winning pair receives seats in the luxurious Getaway car, guaranteeing the comfiest beds and steak dinner. The remaining three enter via the dreaded Cockie Van with Kiosk Kev.


Your Hosts: Ant & Dec

BAFTA Award-winning presenters Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly are back for their 25th year guiding celebrities through TV’s toughest entertainment challenge. This marks a significant milestone for the show’s silver anniversary season.

The iconic duo will deliver live commentary every night as campmates battle Bushtucker Trials, compete for Dingo Dollars, and face the legendary Cyclone challenge.


The Camp Experience

Those entering the jungle face:

  • Isolation from the outside world
  • Limited diet of rice and beans
  • Viewer-controlled fate through voting on Bushtucker Trial participation
  • Three weeks of jungle living (ending mid-December)
  • Nightly challenges determined by public votes

Where to Buy Official I’m A Celebrity Merchandise

Get your official jungle gear from trusted retailers:

ITV Shop (Official)

Browse the complete collection at itvshop.co.uk/collections/im-a-celebrity

Alternative Retailers

Etsy – Search for handmade and custom I’m A Celebrity merchandise: etsy.com/search/iam-a-celebrity

eBay UK – Browse vintage and new merchandise: ebay.co.uk


I’m A Celebrity… Unpacked

Fans wanting deeper analysis can tune into I’m A Celebrity… Unpacked on ITV2 and ITVX with hosts Joel Dommett and Kemi Rodgers, who discuss each episode, interview eliminated contestants, and explore fan reactions throughout the series.


I’m A Celebrity South Africa: All-Stars 2026

While the jungle adventure unfolds this year, excitement already builds for I’m A Celebrity South Africa, returning to ITV in 2026 for its second season featuring all-star former campmates including David Haye, Gemma Collins, Mo Farah, Harry Redknapp, and more.


Show Details & Schedule

DetailInformation
Start DateSunday 16 November 2025, 9pm GMT
ChannelITV1, STV, ITVX (free)
Duration3 weeks (ends mid-December)
Daily ScheduleAirs every night at approximately 9pm
HostsAnt & Dec
Season Number25th Anniversary Series
LocationDungay Creek, New South Wales, Australia
StreamingITVX (free on-demand catchup)

Why 2025’s Lineup Excels

This year’s mix promises compelling television through diverse personalities: soap superstars (Shona McGarty, Lisa Riley), chart-topping talent (Aitch, Martin Kemp), sporting legends (Alex Scott), broadcasting icons (Ruby Wax, Kelly Brook), social media sensations (AngryGinge), and comedic wildcards (Eddie Kadi, Jack Osbourne).

The combination of people unfamiliar with reality TV alongside experienced television performers creates natural tension, humor, and genuine character moments that define the best seasons.

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