How many seasons does The Big Spell have?

The Big Spell has 1 season with 7 episodes.

What network is The Big Spell on?

The Big Spell airs on Sky Showcase.

When did The Big Spell premiere?

The Big Spell premiered on June 7, 2017.

The Big Spell

Name: The Big Spell
Genre: Family
Cast: Joe Lycett, Moira Stuart, Sue Perkins

Sky Showcase Ended Family

1 Season · 7 Episodes · Premiered June 7, 2017 · Ended February 19, 2017

Much more than a traditional spelling bee, The Big Spell is packed with jaw-dropping drama and incredible emotion as these brilliant young spellers compete in a range of challenges based around spelling, words and meanings.Across the eight-part series, audiences will get to know all about these super-smart, funny and adorable young spellers as they experience the highs and lows of the competition with their parents looking on from backstage.Sue Perkins will host proceedings as the children show off their impressive spelling and language prowess; Comedian Joe Lycett will be backstage with the parents balancing the tension of the competition with his own inimitable humour; whilst broadcasting legend Moira Stuart will be officiating as the show's pronouncer.

Where to Watch: Sky Showcase

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

7 episodes

E01

Episode 1

Sun, Jan 8 2017 5:00 PM GMT+0000 60 min

Join Sue Perkins, Joe Lycett and Moira Stuart as the country's brightest young spellers battle it out in a series of word-related games and challenges.

E02

Episode 2

Sun, Jan 15 2017 5:00 PM GMT+0000 60 min

The kids compete in Spell Check: a team game that requires focus, speed and determination. Who can cope with the pressure and who will be heading home?

E03

Episode 3

Sun, Jan 22 2017 5:30 PM GMT+0000 60 min

The 16 remaining contestants go wild in a jungle themed challenge, battling it out in a game of quick reactions and accurate spelling. Sue Perkins hosts.

E04

Episode 4

Sun, Jan 29 2017 5:30 PM GMT+0000 60 min

The remaining 14 contestants need to be fast, accurate and fearless if they are to survive the Word Duel. Which young spellers will hold their nerve?

E05

Episode 5

Sun, Feb 5 2017 5:30 PM GMT+0000 60 min

The 12 remaining contestants go head to head in the gruelling Speed Spell challenge. Who will live to spell another week and who will be heading home?

E06

Episode 6

Sun, Feb 12 2017 5:30 PM GMT+0000 60 min

With a spot in the semi-finals at stake, a tense, out-of-this world challenge tests the 10 spellers. Then, it's fingers on buzzers in Show and Spell. Who will be heading home?

E07

Episode 7

Sun, Feb 19 2017 5:30 PM GMT+0000 60 min

The last eight are just one step away from the grand final. But for two young contestants, it will be one word to far. Semi-final of the tense spelling contest.