Peacock Orders 'Get Me Out of Here' with Higgins and Rausch

Key points

• Peacock has ordered a U.S. version of 'I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here,' to be titled 'Get Me Out of Here.'
• Maura Higgins and Rob Rausch, known for 'The Traitors,' will co-host the new series.
• The show features a twist where celebrities are paired with a non-famous friend or family member for survival challenges.
• The series is produced by ITV America, the creator of 'Love Island USA,' and will debut in 2027.
• The winning team will receive a $100,000 grand prize.

Background

This marks the third U.S. attempt to adapt the long-running British format. Previous versions aired on ABC in 2003 and NBC in 2009, both lasting only one season. ITV America, which produces 'Love Island USA' and 'The Traitors' for NBCUniversal, has been pitching the show for years. Maura Higgins and Rob Rausch gained prominence on 'The Traitors' Season 4, where their on-screen dynamic, including Rausch's betrayal of Higgins, became a notable storyline. Higgins is also currently competing on ABC's 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 35.

How outlets are covering it

Deadline, Yahoo, and TheWrap all report the core facts: Peacock's order, the hosts, the production company, and the 2027 debut. Deadline and TheWrap emphasize the show's twist of pairing celebrities with non-famous partners, highlighting the 'test of friendship' aspect. TheWrap specifically notes that the show adds to Peacock's growing reality slate, which includes 'The Traitors' and 'Love Island USA.' All sources agree on the $100,000 grand prize and the executive producers: David George, David Eilenberg, and Jordana Hochman. There is no significant disagreement among the outlets on the key details.

Why it matters

The success of 'Get Me Out of Here' will determine if Peacock can replicate the ratings growth seen with 'The Traitors' and 'Love Island USA.' It also tests the viability of the 'I'm a Celebrity' format in the U.S. market after two previous failed attempts. The choice of Higgins and Rausch as hosts leverages their existing popularity and on-screen chemistry, which could help attract viewers. The show's twist of pairing celebrities with non-famous partners may differentiate it from the original format and appeal to a broader audience.

What to watch

The series is slated to debut in 2027. The filming location is not yet confirmed, though many versions of the show are filmed in Australia. ITV America CEO David George has expressed confidence in the show's success, stating that he is 'closer than we've ever been' to selling the format. The show will likely be promoted alongside other Peacock reality series in the coming months.