A new ITV game show aired on Saturday, September 5, leaving fans very “confused”, as they slam the show as boring.
The Box is hosted by former Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker and features a line-up of 10 celebrities.
The celebrities are transported to parts of the UK in individual yellow boxes before having to complete a challenge with little to no instructions.
The two contestants left at the end of the show have to take on The Duel to see who will progress to the next round.
It's not just the celebrities who don't know what's going on. #TheBox pic.twitter.com/HZu5XgpsAK
— Douche Amuse (@DoucheAmuse) September 5, 2026
What are viewers saying about The Box?
Viewers have already taken to social media to share their thoughts on The Box.
It seems the celebrities taking part in the show are not the only ones who have been left confused by the show’s rules.
One person said: “Already bored and confused #thebox.
"This feels like another one series and done.”
Another person said: “I literally have no idea what is going on in #thebox.
“It’s way too complicated!”
A third person said: “Well this slow paced and I don’t really get what’s happening #TheBox.”
After the first day of challenges, the celebrities were all sent to a house and were given some time to get to know each other.
Despite the negative comments about the show, a few people have highlighted how former footballer Graeme Souness is a “gentleman”.
One person said: “Ah Graeme is a nice guy.
“I like this already.”
Another person said: “Do not post very often but watching #thebox and have to say what an absolute gentleman Graeme Souness is.
“He deserves to go far in this show.”
The 10 celebrities taking part in The Box
Here is the full list of celebrities taking part in The Box:
- Joey Essex – The Only Way is Essex star
- John Bercow – former Commons Speaker
- Jenny Ryan – The Chase star
- JB Gill – JLS singer
- Danny Aarons – YouTuber
- Ranvir Singh – Lorraine presenter
- Sara Davies – Dragons’ Den favourite
- Graeme Souness – former footballer
- Ellie Taylor – comedian and actress
- Shakira Khan – Love Islander
ITV has been contacted for comment.
Did you watch The Box and do you agree that it is confusing? Let us know in the comments.
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