Throng

Seven years on from the Taransay original, Castaway returns for a new series on the BBC. No word yet on a NZ air date, but it is expected to be picked up as the show is being filmed on Great Barrier Island.

Throughout the week, the BBC will get daily updates as the castaways settle into their new life in New Zealand, revealing just what's been happening during the previous 24 hours.

The network features unseen footage and discussion about the latest goings-on in this studio-based show and viewers can also offer their thoughts on the action by phone, email and text.

In addition, there is another BBC show which follows the weekly show that takes a closer look at events, with analysis on the group dynamics and the latest gossip from the island.

It features the Castaways' family and friends, who give their own opinions on what their loved ones are getting up to on the island, how they feel they're integrating into the group, and how they're being treated by their fellow islanders.