On the eve of TV Week Logie weekend, 10 has confirmed one more major 7.30pm franchise to screen this year.
The network has commissioned Eureka Television to make The Amazing Race after 10 secured the format rights. Eureka will work with Profiles Television, the producer of the US version of the format.
A version previously screened in Australia on Seven. The series was initially produced by Michael McKay and activeTV before Seven took the production in-house under executive producer Trent Chapman.
10 has appointed Beau Ryan to host. Hosting the series for Seven was Grant Bowler.
On his new role, Ryan, said: “I’m really pumped to be hosting one of the biggest franchises on Australian TV. I jumped at the chance to combine two of my favourite things, people and travel. I can’t wait to get started. May the best team win!”
On commissioning the series Network 10’s chief content officer Beverley McGarvey, said: “We cannot wait to bring The Amazing Race back to Australian audiences. It is a perfect blend of action, drama and captivating characters. We look forward to rounding out our 50-week schedule with an epic and fun adventure series.”
Co-creator and executive producer of The Amazing Race Bertram van Munster said: “We are thrilled to bring The Amazing Race back to Australia and to be working with the wonderful talented people at Network 10 and Eureka.”
Eureka CEO Paul Franklin said: “It’s one of the truly original and iconic shows of all time and it’s an honour and a privilege to be working with Network 10 in putting the Australian spin on such an incredible format. An international rollercoaster ride of a show with a big heart, this series will be one that the whole family can enjoy.”
The Amazing Race first aired in the US in 2001 and has just been confirmed to return to CBS for a 32nd season in late 2019. The Amazing Race has been nominated every year for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Competition Program since it was created in 2003 winning a record 10 times. The Amazing Race has also been commissioned in 13 countries around the world.