One of the most nostalgic seasons of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! is set to be shown to those who enjoy reality television. ITV has confirmed that a special All Stars Edition will return many of the contestants from previous seasons. Contestants such as Beverley Callard, Scarlett Moffatt, Mo Farah and Gemma Collins will all be returning to the jungle to face their next challenge of survival.
Unlike previous seasons, this version of the show is hosting exclusively all-star contestants who have already endured the experience of living in the jungle. As a result, this season will offer tougher trials, characters that can be described as larger-than-life, and fierce competition from the very first day. Filming is expected to take place in Kruger National Park in South Africa at the end of this year and air on ITV in May 2023.
Familiar jungle legends return for a second adventure
The confirmed lineup already features several well-known faces from earlier seasons of the show. These contestants became popular because of memorable trials, emotional moments, or dramatic camp stories.
Some of the biggest returning names include:
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Beverley Callard – Coronation Street icon who impressed viewers during her previous jungle run
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Scarlett Moffatt – the much-loved 2016 winner and former Gogglebox star
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Mo Farah – Olympic legend known for his endurance and determination
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Gemma Collins – reality TV personality famous for her dramatic jungle moments
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Jordan North – radio presenter and fan-favorite runner-up
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Jacqueline Jossa – 2019 champion and EastEnders actor
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Moira Stuart – respected broadcaster
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Richard Coles – writer and radio personality
Producers are expected to reveal a few additional contestants before filming begins, completing the full all-star lineup.
A new jungle setting changes the challenge
This season takes place in Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife reserves. The location gives the show a fresh atmosphere compared to the traditional Australian jungle setting.
Kruger is known for its diverse wildlife and dramatic landscapes. The park is home to the “Big Five” animals:
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Lion
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Leopard
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Elephant
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Rhino
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Buffalo
While the production area remains secure for safety, the surrounding wilderness adds an authentic survival feel to the show.
Contestants will live in a jungle camp where daily life includes preparing food, completing tasks and competing in demanding challenges.
The competition format will feel very different
The all-star edition has a number of differences from the regular editions.
Contestants will be competing directly against one another in trials to determine their movement through the competition rather than mainly relying on public voting as in previous seasons. This means that physical endurance, teamwork, strategy, etc., will have an increased impact on the outcome of the competition.
- Redesigned bush tucker trials with more difficult levels of difficulty.
- Team challenges that will result in team rivalries.
- Unexpected developments that will affect how the camp will be run by the leader of the camp.
- A final public vote to determine who will be crowned champion.
- Because every contestant has already faced jungle life once, producers can design more demanding tasks than usual.
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Why Scarlett Moffatt and Mo Farah stand out
Among the returning contestants, two names already attract strong attention.
Scarlett Moffatt became one of the most memorable winners in the show’s history when she claimed the jungle crown in 2016. Her humor and relatable personality helped her connect with viewers throughout the series.
Meanwhile, Mo Farah brings an entirely different strength to the competition. As a four-time Olympic gold medalist, his endurance and mental discipline could give him a significant advantage during physically demanding trials.
Fans will be watching closely to see whether experience, popularity or athletic ability plays the biggest role in determining the winner.
Why this season could become one of the most talked-about
All-star seasons work because viewers already know the contestants. You remember their earlier jungle moments, their fears and the personalities they showed on screen.
When those same celebrities return, curiosity naturally builds. Will former winners dominate again? Will past rivals clash in camp? Or could an underdog surprise everyone?
That mix of nostalgia and competition is exactly what makes this upcoming season of I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! so exciting.
With strong personalities, a new location and a competitive twist, the jungle reunion could deliver one of the most entertaining reality TV events of 2026.
