- Watch Celebrity MasterChef FREE on BBC iPlayer (UK)
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- New series starts November 17
Famous MasterChef is the BBC’s star-studded spin on its hit cooking format, where famous faces step into the heat of the kitchen to impress the judges and avoid elimination. A brand new series is on the way BBC iPlayer from November 17 at 9 p.mwith the usual mix of mayhem, skill and pressure tests separating the showstoppers from the soggy bottoms.
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Expect a series of heats, quarter-finals and finals week challenges as celebrities from TV, music, comedy and sport put their skills on the line for culinary glory, with each episode pushing technique, timing and nerves. The official BBC program hub confirms Famous MasterChefreturns to host the latest episodes as they land on iPlayer.
If you’re in the US, Canada, Australia, or another country, you can find ways to watch Famous MasterChef online.
How to watch Celebrity MasterChef for free on BBC iPlayer
How to watch Celebrity MasterChef anywhere
BBC iPlayer streaming only Famous MasterChef to UK residents.
Those traveling or working outside the UK will need a VPN to access BBC iPlayer’s free series.
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Using a VPN to watch is super easy Famous MasterChef on BBC iPlayer.
1. Install VPN of your choice. As we have said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Select the location you want to connect to in the VPN app. For example, if you’re visiting the US and want to watch your free BBC iPlayer stream, select ‘UK’.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Go to BBC iPlayerlog in and see Celebrity Masterchef free.
Can I watch Celebrity Masterchef in the US?
You cannot see the UK version of Famous MasterChef on mainstream US streaming services right now as it is not officially offered in the US. The BBC makes the show and it’s only available to stream on BBC iPlayer in the UK.
If you are looking for the US version, MasterChef Celebrity Showdownyou can find past seasons to buy or stream Amazon Prime Video or Tube. Just remember, it’s a different show.
If you’re a Brit across the pond, though, a VPN will help you tune in for free. NordVPN is our recommended provider.
Can I watch Celebrity Masterchef in Canada?
You can’t officially stream the UK version of Famous MasterChef on Canadian platforms. It’s only on BBC iPlayer in the UK due to licensing rules.
Older seasons of MasterChef from the US, Canada or Australia sometimes appear Tube (free with ads) or CTV app for Canadian episodes, but the latest British celebrity version usually isn’t there.
For now, Britons can use a VPN from home, such as NordVPN to watch BBC iPlayer from abroad.
Can I watch Celebrity Masterchef in Australia?
You cannot stream 2025 UK Famous MasterChef in Australia on local platforms. It’s only on BBC iPlayer in the UK.
Some older seasons of Celebrity MasterChef, and a few episodes from 2024, are on Binge and sometimes 10 Gameswhich also has the Australian version.
If you’re a Brit traveling Down Under, a VPN will help you tune in. NordVPN is our recommended provider.
Celebrity MasterChef: Need to Know
What devices is BBC iPlayer available on?
You can use BBC iPlayer on all the following devices and platforms:
Amazon Fire (Tablets, Cube, Stick, TVs)
Android TV (please note: some models are not supported)
Android (Mobile and tablet) – Android 7.0 and higher
Apple TV (tvOS 14 or later)
Google TV
Free
Freesat (please note: some models are not supported)
Freeview games (TV and set-top boxes)
iOS (iPhone and iPad) – iOS 14 and later
LG Smart TV (2016-2024)
NOW Smart Sticks and Boxes (minimum firmware v11.5.0)
PlayStation (PS4 and PS5)
Roku (Stick & Roku-OS powered TVs, minimum firmware v11.5.0)
Samsung TV (2017 and up – 2016 models only offer On Demand TV)
Sky Q, Sky Glass and Sky Stream
Virgin Media (360, Stream, TiVo)
YouView (BT, Humax, Sony, TalkTalk)
Xbox (One, Series X, Series S)
Why should I watch Celebrity MasterChef on BBC iPlayer?
BBC iPlayer is home to Famous MasterChef in the UK and you can stream it for free with a TV licence. The iPlayer landing page says a new series will be available on November 17, with episodes ready to watch on demand.
Past series and episode guides are available on the BBC’s program hub for anyone interested in previous seasons.
BBC iPlayer recommends 5 Mbps or megabits (5000 kbps) for HD and 1.5 Mbps for SD.
Remember. Use Surfshark VPN to unlock the BBC’s free streams if you’re outside the UK on holiday right now.
Celebrity MasterChef – Episode guide
- Section 1: Monday 17 November 2025, 21:00 — BBC One
- Section 2: Tuesday 18 November 2025, 20:00 — BBC One (except Wales & Wales HD)
- BBC Two (Wales and Wales HD only)
- Section 3: Thursday 20 November 2025, 21:00 — BBC One
- Section 4: Tuesday 25 November 2025, 20:00 — BBC One
- Section 5: Wednesday 26 November 2025, 20:00 — BBC One
- Section 6: Thursday 27 November 2025, 21:00 — BBC One
- Section 7: Tuesday 2 December 2025, 20:00 — BBC One (except NI, NI HD, Scotland, Wales and Wales HD)
- Section 8: Wednesday 3 December 2025, 20:00 — BBC One (except NI HD, Scotland, Wales and Wales HD)
- Section 9: Thursday 4 December 2025, 21:00 — BBC One (except NI, NI HD, Scotland, Wales and Wales HD)
- Section 10: TBA
- Section 11: TBA
- Section 12: TBA
- Section 13: TBA
- Section 14: TBA
- Section 15: TBA
Celebrity MasterChef – cast list
🧑🍳Alfie Boe – singer
🧑🍳 Jaki Graham – singer
🧑🍳Alun Wyn Jones – former rugby player
🧑🍳Jodie Ounsley – former rugby player
🧑🍳Antony Costa – pop star
🧑🍳Jamie Lomas – actor
🧑🍳Ashley Cain – TV personality
🧑🍳Chris Hughes – TV personality
🧑🍳Dawn O’Porter – author
🧑🍳Gaz Choudhry – Paralympic
🧑🍳Ginger Johnson – drag artist
🧑🍳Michelle Heaton – pop star
🧑🍳Noreen Khan – comedian
🧑🍳Uma Jammeh – TV personality
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