TVE continues to broaden its slate of nighttime entertainment formats. After venturing into concepts like TV Days and Cover Night, the network is moving forward with Invincible, a new public-facing competition built around a distinctive cast and a fresh format inspired by YOTELE. The project signals TVE’s commitment to innovative, high-energy programming for late evenings.
The industry buzz centers on a familiar face returning to La 1 after a controversial stint on MasterChef Celebrity. The contestant was embroiled in debate over perceived manipulation and concerns about drug use among friends during filming. In response, Macarena Rey, chief executive of Shine Iberia, explained that the contestant misread the format and did not grasp how to handle a loss, underscoring the complexity of live competition and audience expectations.
Patricia Conde remains at the helm as presenter, guiding a new entertainment format that pits two celebrity teams against each other. Each squad is led by renowned ex-athletes, setting up a dual path of physical challenges and rapid-fire Q&A blocks that promise revealing insights into the stars’ lives, beyond public personas.
The project unfolds as an adaptation of a beloved English format, often referred to as A League of Their Own. Its lineage includes notable hits like Celebrity Bake Off on Prime Video and Who Loves My Follower on Netflix. The show previously enjoyed a long run on Sky One for 13 seasons and was produced in Spain by Boxfish, adding a familiar yet locally flavored layer to TVE’s lineup.
According to information from industry sources, Invictus has been in production for several weeks with the goal of a prime-time premiere in the near future, expanding TVE’s late-night strategy while offering a new spotlight for Spanish and international celebrity talent. [Source: industry portals and network announcements]”