New ITV Series The Assembly Flips Celebrity Interviews on Their Head

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By Jon Donnis

A bold and refreshing new entertainment series is coming to ITV1 and ITVX this year, and it promises to shake up the world of celebrity interviews. The Assembly puts stars in the hot seat, where the questions come from an extraordinary group of interviewers who are autistic, neurodivergent, or have learning disabilities. What follows is an experience unlike anything viewers have seen on primetime TV.

Each episode features a new celebrity guest facing the unfiltered curiosity of The Assembly. This isn't your usual promotional tour with polished answers and well-rehearsed anecdotes. Instead, it's an unpredictable mix of heart, humour, and honesty as the guests find themselves answering the kinds of questions only this unique group could ask. Forget the PR-approved soundbites – this is about real connection and unexpected insight.

The celebrity line-up is packed with big names from across the entertainment spectrum. Football icon and presenter Gary Lineker, actor David Tennant, singer Jade Thirlwall, and actor Danny Dyer are just a few of the stars stepping into the spotlight. With each of them bringing different life experiences, careers, and personalities to the table, no two episodes are alike. And with The Assembly leading the conversation, nothing is off-limits.

Whether it's touching on personal struggles, digging into past mistakes, or just asking what their favourite crisp flavour is, the interviewers bring a raw honesty and natural humour that keeps the guests on their toes. The result is something both chaotic and deeply moving – a reminder of how powerful it can be when people are given the space to be themselves.

The Assembly is set to air soon on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player. Get ready for a series that breaks the mould and celebrates voices that deserve to be heard.