First, let’s cut the chase (sorry). Chasers are not paid per episode like a regular game show host. They are contracted talent, which means their pay includes a base retainer plus a per-day filming fee.
Industry insiders suggest that a Chaser earns anywhere from £50,000 to £100,000 per year from the show alone. That’s before you factor in speaking engagements and book deals.
The Per-Show Breakdown
Filming days are intense. A single day of recording can produce five or six episodes, meaning a Chaser might earn roughly £1,000 to £2,000 per episode once you average it out. Not bad for a day job that involves clicking a buzzer.
But here’s the kicker: the number of episodes varies wildly. A top Chaser like Mark Labbett (The Beast) might film 80 episodes a year, while others film less. The pay is stable, but the schedule is a marathon.
