January 28th 2024.
Channel 4 has decided to pull the plug on a highly debated reality show after just one season. The network has confirmed that Rise and Fall, which was hosted by Greg James, will not be returning for a second round of competition. The show brought together 16 ordinary individuals who vied for the ultimate prize of £100,000 and a position of power.
According to the show's rules, all participants started off on equal footing before being split into two groups - the Rulers, who lived in a luxurious penthouse, and the Grafters, who had to survive in basic conditions in the basement. This unique concept sparked some controversy among viewers, with some calling the challenges "dystopian" and one even involving electric shocks for the Grafters.
However, despite its strong viewership, Rise and Fall will not be making a comeback. A spokesperson for the show stated, "Rise and Fall was a great show that we were very proud of and attracted strong audiences, but Channel 4 is all about the new and we want to make space for the next great new reality idea." They also thanked Greg and the talented team behind the show for their hard work and innovation.
Fans of the show expressed their disappointment and surprise over its cancellation, with some admitting they saw it coming. Claire Rollins commented, "This was a good show though wth," while haydenthegayden shared, "Devastated I can't lie." Others, like MatthewMitt6 and mynameislish, enjoyed the show's uniqueness despite its flaws.
The announcement of Rise and Fall's cancellation comes after Channel 4 initially revealed their plans to axe a second season in June 2023. They cited various reasons for their decision, including the high cost of production, mistakes made during filming with a tight turnaround, and the show's lack of success compared to BBC's The Traitors.
In the show's finale, Eddy was crowned the winner and walked away with a prize of £85,610. While UK viewers won't be seeing any more of Rise and Fall, it was recently announced that TVN Warner Bros. Discovery Group had acquired the rights to the show's format. A Polish version of the show, called Na szczyt, is currently in the works by Constantin Entertainment Polska.
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