The Big Spell
2017 · Sky Showcase · 60 min · 1 season
S01E07 · Episode 7
Mon, 20 Feb, 4:30 am
The last eight are just one step away from the grand final. But for two young contestants, it will be one word to far. Semi-final of the tense spelling contest.
About
Much more than a traditional spelling bee, The Big Spell is packed with jaw-dropping drama and incredible emotion as these brilliant young spellers compete in a range of challenges based around spelling, words and meanings.
Across the eight-part series, audiences will get to know all about these super-smart, funny and adorable young spellers as they experience the highs and lows of the competition with their parents looking on from backstage.
Sue Perkins will host proceedings as the children show off their impressive spelling and language prowess; Comedian Joe Lycett will be backstage with the parents balancing the tension of the competition with his own inimitable humour; whilst broadcasting legend Moira Stuart will be officiating as the show's pronouncer.
Episodes
- E01
Episode 1
Mon, 9 Jan· 60 minJoin Sue Perkins, Joe Lycett and Moira Stuart as the country's brightest young spellers battle it out in a series of word-related games and challenges.
- E02
Episode 2
Mon, 16 Jan· 60 minThe kids compete in Spell Check: a team game that requires focus, speed and determination. Who can cope with the pressure and who will be heading home?
- E03
Episode 3
Mon, 23 Jan· 60 minThe 16 remaining contestants go wild in a jungle themed challenge, battling it out in a game of quick reactions and accurate spelling. Sue Perkins hosts.
- E04
Episode 4
Mon, 30 Jan· 60 minThe remaining 14 contestants need to be fast, accurate and fearless if they are to survive the Word Duel. Which young spellers will hold their nerve?
- E05
Episode 5
Mon, 6 Feb· 60 minThe 12 remaining contestants go head to head in the gruelling Speed Spell challenge. Who will live to spell another week and who will be heading home?
- E06
Episode 6
Mon, 13 Feb· 60 minWith a spot in the semi-finals at stake, a tense, out-of-this world challenge tests the 10 spellers. Then, it's fingers on buzzers in Show and Spell. Who will be heading home?
- E07
Episode 7
Mon, 20 Feb· 60 minThe last eight are just one step away from the grand final. But for two young contestants, it will be one word to far. Semi-final of the tense spelling contest.
Cast
Joe Lycett
Joe Lycett
Moira Stuart
Moira Stuart
Sue Perkins
Host