Romesh Ranganathan's 'Parents' Evening' Gets Green Light for Third Series

Get ready for more laughs as ITV has officially confirmed a third series of Romesh Ranganathan's popular quiz show, 'Parents' Evening'. The show, which sees celebrities team up with their family members to answer questions, will return later this year for a new run.

Key Takeaways

• A seven-part third series of 'Parents' Evening' has been commissioned by ITV.

• The new series will include six hour-long episodes and a Christmas special.

• Romesh Ranganathan's mother, Shanthi, will continue to be a part of the show.

• The series is produced by Ranganathan's own production company, Ranga Bee.

A Family Affair Returns

ITV has announced that 'Parents' Evening', the light-hearted quiz show hosted by comedian Romesh Ranganathan, will be back for a third series. The format, which debuted in 2024, centres around celebrities and their parents (or children) tackling quiz questions. The show's unique selling point is its tagline: "It doesn't matter what you know, it's what your mother and father think you know".

What To Expect In Series Three

The upcoming third series will consist of six full-length episodes, each lasting an hour, along with a special festive Christmas episode. This continuation of the show has been met with enthusiasm from both Ranganathan and ITV commissioners. Ranganathan expressed his delight, stating, "I love this show so much and am delighted people are enjoying it enough that we're doing it again." He also humorously confirmed his mother Shanthi's return, referencing an email from ITV that suggested she was "the main draw."

Behind The Scenes And Previous Guests

'Parents' Evening' is produced by Ranganathan's production company, Ranga Bee. The show has previously featured a range of well-known personalities, including comedians Tom Allen, Jo Brand, Joel Dommett, Jonathan Ross, and Josh Widdicombe, all participating with their family members. Joe Mace, a commissioner for ITV, commented on the show's appeal, saying, "Between Romesh, Shanthi and the incredible guests, this series is always jam-packed with laughs. I'm so pleased to be doing more and I can't wait to see what funny revelations come to light this time around."

The new episodes are anticipated to air on ITV1 and the streaming service ITVX towards the end of 2026.

Sources

• Romesh Ranganathan's Parents' Evening Series 3 confirmed, British Comedy Guide.