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flag Channel 4's Gogglebox sparked backlash for a six-week ad partnership with The National Lottery, airing full-length commercials during its October 3 episode.

flag Gogglebox viewers have criticized a new six-week partnership between Channel 4 and The National Lottery, which debuted in the show’s October 3 episode. flag During the first ad break, cast members appeared in a promotional segment for the lottery, sparking backlash on social media. flag Fans called the integration “ridiculous” and “weird,” expressing concern over the ad’s length—occupying the entire break—and questioning the authenticity of the cast’s reactions. flag Some viewers felt the commercialization undermined the show’s natural charm. flag Channel 4 defended the move, stating the collaboration allows the cast to humorously react to the ads, creating relatable content aligned with the show’s style. flag The ads will also run on All4 and Channel 4’s social media platforms. flag The next episode airs October 10, available live and on demand.

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