Deal or No Deal (UK game show) as the contestant does not wager any stake money as participation is effectively free. Deal or No Deal (UK game show) Deal or No Deal is a British game show which was hosted by Noel Edmonds, based on the format which originated in the Netherlands that ran from 2005 to 2016. The show featured a single contestant trying to beat the Banker as they open 22 identical sealed red boxes assigned to potential contestants in an order of their choosing. The boxes contain randomly assigned sums of money inside ranging from 1p to £250,000. The day's contestant is selected at
Deal or No Deal (Irish game show) TV3's "Ireland AM". </div> The "Deal or No Deal" Scratchcard is largely based on the TV game show. Entry to the main game show on TV3 is only possible by purchasing the "Deal or No Deal" Scratchcard from any National Lottery agent. If a player reveals the word "Deal" on the "Banker's Bonus" section of the scratchcard, they can send it to the National Lottery in the special "Deal or No Deal" envelopes, for a chance to appear on the show. The "Deal or No Deal" Scratchcard costs €3. The Irish version is similar to the UK version, with elements