Deal or No Deal Island: Deal or No Deal Island: Here’s all we know about release date, schedule, host, format, contestants, production and more

NBC is bringing back the beloved game show “Deal or No Deal” with a tropical twist in “Deal or No Deal Island.” This spinoff series takes the iconic briefcases to a private island, where contestants, including two celebrities, compete in challenges and play the game for a chance to win a grand prize.

Release Date and Schedule

“Deal or No Deal Island” premieres on Monday, February 26, 2024, at 9:30 pm ET on NBC, with subsequent episodes airing weekly from Monday, March 4, 2024, at 10 pm ET. All episodes available the next day on Peacock.

Host and Format

Joe Manganiello takes over as the host. The format includes challenges, the iconic briefcases hidden around the island, and a season-long tournament.

Contestants

Thirteen contestants, including Kim Mattina, Jordan Fowler Bull, and others with diverse backgrounds, will compete for the grand prize.

Gameplay

Contestants vie for valuable briefcases hidden around the island in each episode. The player who secures the highest-value case gains immunity and chooses a fellow player to enter ‘The Temple’ for a high-stakes game of ‘Deal or No Deal’.

Prize and Elimination

Winnings from each game are added to a group pot, growing throughout the season. The last player standing faces the banker for a chance to win the grand prize.

Production Team

Directed by Joe Guidry, the show is produced by Sarah Happel Jackson, Matt Kunitz, and others, with Howie Mandel as one of the executive producers.

Background

Based on the legendary game show “Deal or No Deal,” the new series brings a fresh take to the classic format with a tropical setting and new challenges.

Banker and Assistants

The banker’s identity remains a mystery, with models Ben Crofchick and Kamari Love assisting in keeping an eye on the briefcases and aiding in the game.

FAQs:

Who is hosting ‘Deal or No Deal Island’?
Joe Manganiello is hosting the show, replacing Howie Mandel. Howie, however, is one of the executive producers on the series.

What is the format of ‘Deal or No Deal Island’?
In ‘Deal or No Deal Island,’ contestants compete in challenges to secure briefcases hidden around the island. The player who snags the highest-value case gains immunity and selects a fellow player to enter ‘The Temple’ for a game of ‘Deal or No Deal.’

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