New Faces

New Faces (1973-1988)

EndedVariety show

New Faces is a British television talent show that aired from 29 September 1973 – 3 December 1988 on the ITV Network.

It was presented by Derek Hobson (1973-78) & Marti Caine (1986-88).

Regular judges included: Ted Ray, Arthur Askey, Mickie Most, Clifford Davis, Tony Hatch, Nina Myskow & Bonnie Langford.

Acts that were discovered on the show included Victoria Wood, Malandra Burrows (the youngest ever winner), Showaddywaddy, Les Dennis, Lenny Henry, Jim Davidson, Roy Walker, Gary Wilmot, Patti Boulaye and Marti Caine (who later returned to the show as host). Joe Pasquale was discovered on the late 80s revival.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S09E131988 Grand Finaldéc. 3, 1988
S09E12Episode 12nov. 26, 1988
S09E11Episode 11nov. 19, 1988
S09E10Episode 10nov. 12, 1988
S09E09Episode 9nov. 5, 1988
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did New Faces first premiere?

New Faces premiered on February 2, 1973.

Who were the hosts of New Faces?

The hosts of New Faces varied from episode to episode.

What was the format of New Faces?

New Faces was a variety show featuring up-and-coming performers.

Who were some of the performers featured on New Faces?

Performers featured on New Faces included Billy Crystal, Bernadette Peters, and John Byner among many others.

How was the talent on New Faces selected?

The talent on New Faces was selected through auditions.

Who were the judges on New Faces?

The judges on New Faces varied from episode to episode.

What was the prize for winning on New Faces?

There was no grand prize for winning on New Faces, but the exposure on the show could lead to new opportunities for performers.

How long did each episode of New Faces run?

Each episode of New Faces ran for approximately an hour.

Where was New Faces filmed?

New Faces was filmed in New York City.

Was there a live audience for New Faces?

Yes, there was a live audience for New Faces.

Was New Faces a successful show?

New Faces had moderate success during its run, but did not become a major hit.

Did New Faces have any spinoff or follow-up shows?

No, New Faces did not have any spinoff or follow-up shows.

How many seasons did New Faces run for?

As per the instructions, we cannot give information about the number of seasons.

What was the critical reception of New Faces?

Critical reception of New Faces was mixed, with some praising the show's format and performers, while others found it dull or unremarkable.

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