TV2 Denmark orders Metronome format inspired by Chinese monks

Shaolin Heroes follows celebs as they learn the Chinese martial art

NEWS BRIEF: Danish broadcaster TV2 has commissioned competition format Shaolin Heroes from Banijay-backed local production company Metronome.

The show sees celebrities attempt to master the ancient martial art, as well as philosophy, of the Shaolin warrior monks in China. Danish prodco Metronome is behind Banijay’s dating format Alone Together as well as long-running non-scripted series including The Island, MasterChef, Taskmaster, The Block and Ex on the Beach.