MTV UK to bring back Cribs
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| 13 February 2019

In a blast from the past for the iconic youth TV brand, MTV has commissioned a new series of its world-famous celebrity access-all-areas show Cribs in the UK.

First launched on MTV US in 2000, Cribs aired for a mammoth 17 seasons totalling 130 episodes and delved into the homes of some off the world’s best-known A-listers including Kim Kardashian, DJ Khaled, Naomi Campbell and Beyoncé. Throughout its 18-year run, the cult show gained global success, leading to countries such as Canada and Australia creating their own versions.

The new 8x30’ series follows the original format where popular celebrities invite viewers into their home. It will be produced by Viacom International Media Networks’ in-house production arm Elephant House Studios, will give viewers an insight into what celebrities get up to at home, with the stars acting as host and presenting directly to camera. The new series will begin filming this Spring before airing later in 2019.

In addition to the linear show on MTV UK, MTV International and Viacom Digital Studios International have partnered to produce 5 x 5’ short form episodes entitled Geordie Cribs. The episodes will feature past and present Geordie Shore cast members giving tours around their homes, allowing fans the chance to see what life is really like for the Geordies outside of the Geordie Shore house. The episodes will be available to view on Facebook Watch, YouTube and MTV’s international web and social platforms from 25 February, with linear premieres to follow respective digital rollouts.

“With its firmly cemented status as a cult hit programme, Cribs remains one of the most-loved shows in MTV history,” commented Kelly Bradshaw, VP at MTV UK. “The new series is set to be warm and funny, giving MTV audiences a sneak peek into how their favourite stars live.”
The UK series has been commissioned by Bradshaw and will be executive produced by Craig Orr, VP, commissioning and development, MTV International for MTV UK. The series will be executive produced by Ed Taylor, Nic McNeilis and Luke McFarlane for Elephant House Studios.