Beat Luke Littner streams live tonight at 7pm UK time on Netflix.
Gary Lineker joins Beat Luke Littler as the host of this high-stakes live darts event.
Beat Luke Littler is Netflix’s live-streaming sports game show where 24 challengers attempt to defeat the reigning world darts champion in a high-stakes, single-leg sprint for a life-changing £501,000 cash prize.
Here is your complete guide to Beat Luke Littler, including when it starts, how the game works, and where to stream the live action.
Key Details at a Glance
- Event Title: Beat Luke Littler
- Air Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
- Start Time: 7:00 PM GMT
- Streaming Platform: Netflix (Live Worldwide)
- Venue: Manchester Central Convention Complex, Manchester, UK
- Presenters: Hosted by Gary Lineker with live expert analysis from Richard Osman
- Stakes: A £501,000 top prize (a nod to the 501 starting score) awarded to the first challenger to beat Littler.
How the Show Works: High-Stakes Single-Leg Survival
Unlike standard tournament darts, which play out over multiple sets and legs, Beat Luke Littler operates on a sudden-death, gauntlet-style format designed to test nerve under ultimate pressure.
- The Sudden-Death Rule: Each of the 24 contestants gets just one single leg of 501 against two-time world champion Luke “The Nuke” Littler.
- First to Double Wins: The standard rules of 501 apply—players must throw down to zero and land their final dart on a double segment.
- Winner Takes All: The cash prize stands at £501,000. The very first contestant to check out before Littler wins the entire £501,000 jackpot on the spot, bringing the competition to an immediate end.
- The Gauntlet Run: For Littler to defend the prize pool, he must run the entire board, winning 24 consecutive single legs against 24 different opponents without dropping a single game.
- The Line-Up Mix: Selected after nationwide auditions judged by darts legends like Phil Taylor, the 24 contenders range in age from 14 to 57. The lineup features a mix of everyday pub throwers, rising youth champions like Mitchell Lawrie, and established darts stars such as Fallon Sherrock.
Richard Osman (The Thursday Murder Club) will serve as expert analyst, breaking down the numbers and real-time stats behind the gameplay.
“As a huge darts fan, and proud owner of a signed photo of Jocky Wilson, I couldn’t be more excited to join the amazing Beat Luke Littler live show,” Osman says. “He’s the greatest player in the world. But 20 legs in a row? I honestly think someone is going to win that £501k. It’s going to be an incredible night.”
Popular presenter Angry Ginge, former darts pro Laura Turner, and comedian Lee Mack will also be part of the star-studded talent lineup.
How to Watch Beat Luke Littler Live on Netflix
- Launch Netflix: Open the app on your Smart TV, smartphone, tablet, or web browser.
- Search for the Title: Type “Beat Luke Littler” into the search bar.
- Join the Stream: Select the official event title card and click “Watch Live” when the broadcast begins at 7:00 PM GMT.
- Set a Reminder: Click the “Remind Me” bell icon ahead of time to get an instant notification on your device the moment the live coverage kicks off.