Channel 5 cancels The Gadget Show after 21 years

Channel 5 has cancelled The Gadget Show after a 21-year run, following an unsuccessful rebrand in 2023 as Shop Smart, Save Money. The shift from a tech-focused format to broader consumer advice failed to resonate with the show's loyal fanbase, leading to declining viewership. Production changes and the replacement of long-standing presenters further contributed to the loss of appeal, prompting the network to weigh production costs and ultimately scrap the series. Fans expressed disappointment and nostalgia for the original format, with many citing the changes as the reason for tuning out. Presenters such as Angellica Bell also faced challenges, including her emotional departure from another show due to conflicts arising from her involvement with the rebranded series. Channel 5 acknowledged mixed reactions to the new direction but was unable to retain the show's original audience.