ITV's critically acclaimed series The Assembly, hailed as one of the best shows of 2026 by The Guardian, has been renewed for a third series. The unique format features autistic, neurodivergent, and learning disabled interviewers quizzing celebrity guests.
New Celebrity Lineup and Format
The upcoming series will consist of six 30-minute episodes, along with additional montage episodes titled Unseen and More Unseen. The celebrity lineup for the third series has yet to be announced, but previous participants include Sir Stephen Fry, Sir Lenny Henry, Rylan, and Nicola Sturgeon.
Critical and Audience Success
The Assembly has been streamed 6.9 million times and attracted over 10 million viewers across ITV channels and ITVX. On YouTube, the show has garnered 2 million views and continues to grow. The Guardian gave the series a five-star review, calling it a "delightful gem."
Production and Collaboration
The series is produced by Rockerdale Studios in collaboration with autistic and neurodivergent organizations to ensure the show authentically represents and serves neurodivergent voices. ITV's Director of Entertainment, Reality & Daytime Commissioning, Katie Rawcliffe, said: "We're immensely proud of this series. The Assembly takes the celebrities and viewers on a complete rollercoaster ride - it really is a show where you have to expect the unexpected."
Quotes from Producers and Commissioners
David Smyth, Entertainment & Reality Commissioning Editor at ITV, commented: "There are so many more celebrities who need The Assembly experience. Everyone that's done it walks away saying it's the best thing they've ever done, and the warmth we receive from fans and critics alike shows viewers agree. We can't wait to get cracking with more."
Michelle Singer of Rockerdale Studios said: "That we get to return to ask more questions of even more celebrities is thrilling, of course. That our brilliant team on and behind the cameras can come back to do what, collectively, we do best is wonderful. We can't wait for audiences to see and hear more."
Stu Richards of Rockerdale Studios added: "Crikey, here we go again, I'm buzzing. I can't wait to make a show in which we ask Queen Camilla about her first kiss or The Pope how often he clips his toenails. To be clear we haven't booked any of those people, I'm just manifesting."
Where to Watch
Series one and two of The Assembly are currently available to stream on ITVX.
