By Big Brother is returning to Irish screens, as TV3 has confirmed it will air the upcoming UK series.
The channel announced that it has exclusively acquired the rights to show more than 200 hours of the 'Timebomb' run - including the Bit on the Side spinoff on 3e.
The deal will also see TV3 broadcast Celebrity Big Brother.
"As the new director of content for TV3, I am delighted to announce the return of Big Brother UK to Irish screens," TV3's Lynda McQuaid said.
"Big Brother and all its spinoffs are large, explosive, constantly evolving, creative vibrant television properties that appeal to a varied cross-section of the audience, and will find a perfect home on TV3 and 3e."
Big Brother: Timebomb launches in the UK on Tuesday, May 12 at 9pm on Channel 5.
Watch a 30-second teaser for the new series with presenters Emma Willis and Rylan Clark below:
