Penn & Teller join Channel 5

Channel 5 has acquired the original and daring TV magic show, Penn & Teller: Fool Us in Vegas.

The thirteen-part series is hosted by Jonathan Ross and filmed at the Penn & Teller Theatre at the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas.

 ‘I’m delighted to announce Penn & Teller: Fool Us in Vegas for Channel 5. The public’s appetite for this magical duo has never abated. Pair them with Jonathan Ross in a glamourous Vegas setting and you have event TV at its best.’ – Katie Keenan, Head of Acquisitions for Channel 5

The series throws down the gauntlet to every magician from around the world to perform their most mystifying tricks to fool Penn & Teller. Each episode features four magicians, ranging from the most skilful to the most hilarious who test the magical insight of the world famous duo, can Penn & Teller work out how the trick was performed?

Produced by 117 Productions and September Films for The CW Television Network in America, the series has proved a rating smash with its blend of magic, comedy, and competition which showcases Penn & Teller’s unique style perfectly.