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Season 1 / Episode 1 and airs on 10 February 2026 21:00
The Summit sees 14 strangers from all walks of life face the daunting challenge of climbing a mountain in the rugged Alps of New Zealand's south island. They will also face the ultimate test of strategy and resilience as they compete for a share of a potential £200,000 cash prize.With 2 weeks to reach the summit, and an equal share of the prize fund in their backpacks, the contestants will have to navigate treacherous terrain, wild conditions and overcome challenges – set by the mysterious Mountain's Keeper – that block their path to the peak. But it isn't just a test of physical strength; strategy plays a crucial role, as the cast will also have to eliminate their competitors along the way. Who will forge alliances? Who will betray? And ultimately who will have what it takes to conquer the mountain and claim the prize?
Ben Shephard presents as 14 people from all walks of life come together to attempt to climb one of New Zealand's highest peaks and win a share £200,000. With their progress tracked by the menacing Mountain's Keeper, they have just 14 days to make the 100km journey across treacherous terrain and perilous crossings. Pub landlady Miranda must face her fears and prove she is not slowing the group down, while self-styled 'shark' Dockers singles out his competition and makes an early bid to be a leader. The Mountain's Keeper then tests the group's resolve to get to the summit by forcing them to make a brutal decision, causing tensions to boil over in a dramatic fallout that leaves the team divided.
The fallout from the brutal bridge chop, which saw the mountain claim its first victim, is still simmering as construction manager Dockers is singled out as a game-player and not to be trusted. After the group endure a gruelling eight-hour uphill hike weighed down by prize money, the Mountain's Keeper presents them with a difficult dilemma. Ben Shephard presents.
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