The second series of The Circle began on 24 September 2019 on Channel 4, with a live special hosted by Emma Willis,[1] and concluded on 18 October 2019 after 22 episodes.
[10] Emma also confirmed on the launch show that the prize fund had been increased this year taking it to £100,000, doubling the amount from the first series.
[12] Ahead of the launch, it was announced that television presenter Richard Madeley would be entering The Circle, with the viewers deciding which persona he would be playing.
[15] Beth Dunlavey and Jack Quirk, who both joined The Circle as separate players in Episode 8, were the next twist decided by the public.
The viewers voted for Beth and Jack to continue in the game as a team, and "Joyce" officially joined The Circle in Episode 12.
Having received the majority vote, Jan was introduced into The Circle; Andrea was immediately blocked, leaving the show just a few hours after arriving.