Hole in the Wall (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Series · ★ 9.3
Released in 2008, Hole in the Wall is a reality series.
What it’s about. Hole in the Wall was a game show that aired on BBC One in the United Kingdom. This game was an adaptation of the Japanese game Brain Wall in which, players must contort themselves to fit through cutout holes of varying shapes in a large polystyrene wall moving towards them as they stand in front of a swimming pool. Each week, two teams of television personalities compete for £10,000 in prize money to be donated to their chosen charity. Dale Winton served as the original host while Strictly Come Dancing ballroom dancer Anton du Beke and former international cricketer Darren Gough were the team captains for the first series. Additionally, Jonathan Pearce comments on the replays and Peter Dickson provides the opening voice-over. The wall is activated by the presenter shouting Bring on the wall!. On 3 July 2008, the BBC announced that the show had been commissioned for BBC One. A second series was confirmed, with Anton du Beke giving up his captain role to take over from Dale Winton as host, and new team captains in the shape of former rugby player Austin Healey and actor Joe Swash. Anton du Beke has announced he may be a guest as well as hosting on the last show of the series.
Who’s in it. Hole in the Wall stars Emma Rigby, Bobby Davro, Nancy Sorrell and Joe Swash, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.3/10, Hole in the Wall sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hole in the Wall page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hole in the Wall tend to enjoy The Kardashians, The Simpsons, Drawn Together and Clarkson's Farm.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hole in the Wall (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hole in the Wall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hole in the Wall worth watching?
- Hole in the Wall holds an audience score of 9.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy reality. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hole in the Wall?
- Hole in the Wall stars Emma Rigby, Bobby Davro, Nancy Sorrell, Joe Swash and Nell McAndrew.
- When was Hole in the Wall released?
- Hole in the Wall was released in 2008.