Timothée Chalamet and Dune cast join BBC Children in Need 2026

BBC Children in Need 2026 features Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa and Anya Taylor-Joy, the stars of ‘Dune: Part Three,’ alongside young fundraisers taking on personal challenges for charity. The annual appeal show is broadcast live tonight, Friday 13 November 2026, on BBC One and iPlayer. This year’s theme, Challenge Yourself 2026, invites supporters across the United Kingdom to set their own goals and raise money for children and young people. The evening puts a spotlight on those who have answered that call, from celebrities to young people, and on the charities that benefit from their efforts across the country.Dune stars play a prank on Rylan Clark with help from three children hidden behind the scenesAccording to BBC News, Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet and his co-stars will be seen making show host Rylan Clark sweat during an interview for their new film. Three children, hidden behind the scenes, help the actors pull off the stunt, which leaves Clark confused as the interview goes awry. It is one of the main highlights of this year’s show.Owain Wyn Evans reaches the final leg of a 400-mile cycle challenge across four nationsThe Radio 2 presenter has pedalled through Scotland, Northern Ireland, England and Wales, and he will be welcomed on the live show. His final leg, in Wales, takes place today.