ITV has launched Dingle Court, a new digital spin-off series featuring cast members from the long-running soap Emmerdale. Produced by ITV Studios, the series is filmed on the show’s Wishing Well Cottage set at Leeds Studios. The program, which debuts on the official Emmerdale YouTube channel, features weekly episodes where actors engage in debates on topics ranging from the mundane to the bizarre.
The Format Behind Dingle Court
The production utilizes a podcast-style setup, placing two microphones on the Dingle family’s dining table. According to ITV, the series aims to capture a Loose Women-style dynamic, but centered on the personalities of the Emmerdale cast. The show’s premise allows for a “no topic is off-limits” approach, moving away from scripted soap drama to focus on the personal opinions and banter of the actors.
Did you know?
The set for Dingle Court, Wishing Well Cottage, has been the home of the Dingle family since their debut on the show in 1994.
Cast Involvement and Future Expansion
The inaugural episode features Jeff Hordley and Eden Taylor-Draper, who have portrayed siblings Cain and Belle Dingle since 2000 and 2005, respectively. While the series launches with the Dingle clan, producers have confirmed that the “Dingle door” will remain open for actors from other families within the show to join the discussion.
Integration of Legacy Material
A promotional clip for the series features the late Steve Halliwell, who played family patriarch Zak Dingle, in an old scene where he declares, “this court is now in session.” This inclusion serves as a thematic bridge between the classic soap opera drama and the contemporary, informal tone of the new digital spin-off.
Pro Tip:
To catch up on the latest storylines before watching the spin-off, Emmerdale airs weeknights at 8pm on ITV1 and is available for streaming on ITVX.
The Shift Toward Digital-First Soap Content
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Dingle Court?
The series is available to stream on the official Emmerdale YouTube channel.
How often are new episodes released?
ITV confirmed that new episodes of Dingle Court will be released on a weekly basis.
Is the show scripted?
No, the series features conversations between cast members, covering light-hearted and often bizarre topics in a podcast-style format.
Can actors from other families appear on the show?
Yes, the production team has stated that the series is open to familiar faces from across the Emmerdale cast, not just the Dingle family.
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