Award-winning ITV show The Assembly is returning for a third series20:02, 24 Jun 2026An award-winning and critically acclaimed ITV programme hailed as 'best of 2026' is set to return for a third series.‌Following a star-studded run featuring the likes of Sir Stephen Fry, Sir Lenny Henry, Rylan and Nicola Sturgeon, The Assembly will be making a comeback with its unique interview format showcasing an exciting new line-up of brave celebrity guests.‌The ITV hit will see an extraordinary group of inquisitive interviewers who are autistic, neurodivergent and/or learning disabled expertly question those in the hotseat, asking things viewers didn't even know they were curious about.‌Lauded as amongst The Guardian's "best TV shows of 2026", which called the show a "delightful gem" in its five-star review, the third series will consist of a 6 x 30 run, along with the return of additional montage episodes Unseen and More Unseen.Information about which six celebrities will be taking part is yet to be announced, reports the Express.‌The Assembly has been streamed 6.9 million times, and drawn over 10 million viewers across ITV channels and ITVX. On YouTube, viewing figures have reached 2 million and are still rising.The series is produced by Rockerdale Studios who, together with ITV, have worked alongside autistic and neurodivergent organisations to ensure every element of The Assembly works for and with autistic and neurodivergent voices.Katie Rawcliffe, Director of Entertainment, Reality & Daytime Commissioning ITV said: "We're immensely proud of this series.‌"The Assembly takes the celebrities and viewers on a complete rollercoaster ride - it really is a show where you have to expect the unexpected."David Smyth, Entertainment & Reality Commissioning Editor ITV commented: "There are so many more celebrities who need The Assembly experience. Everyone that's done it walks away saying it's the best thing they've ever done, and the warmth we receive from fans and critics alike shows viewers agree. We can't wait to get cracking with more."‌Michelle Singer, Rockerdale Studios said: "That we get to return to ask more questions of even more celebrities is thrilling, of course."That our brilliant team on and behind the cameras can come back to do what, collectively, we do best is wonderful. We can't wait for audiences to see and hear more."Meanwhile Stu Richards, Rockerdale Studios added: "Crikey, here we go again, I'm buzzing. I can't wait to make a show in which we ask Queen Camilla about her first kiss or The Pope how often he clips his toenails. To be clear we haven't booked any of those people, I'm just manifesting."Article continues belowSeries one and two of the Assembly are available to stream on ITVX