great british baking show 2023 netflix
The 2023 season of The Great British Baking Show on Netflix is the U.S. release of the U.K.’s 2023 series 14, which Netflix labels as Collection 11.
Quick Scoop: What it is on Netflix
- The 2023 U.K. season (Series 14) appears on Netflix U.S. as “The Great British Baking Show: Collection 11.”
- Episodes were released weekly on Fridays , about three days after airing in the U.K. on Channel 4.
- The season concluded with Matty Edgell being crowned the winner, with Josh Smalley and Dan Hunter as runners-up.
Key changes and vibes in 2023
- This season introduced Alison Hammond as the new co‑host, joining Noel Fielding , replacing Matt Lucas and bringing a warmer, more chaotic energy to the tent.
- Fans generally saw 2023 as a “soft reset” after the more divisive themed weeks of earlier years, with a return to more classic, comfort‑bake challenges (widely discussed in fan forums and recaps around the season’s run).
When it dropped (timeline context)
- U.K. broadcast: Started 26 September 2023 on Channel 4 as The Great British Bake Off.
- Netflix U.S.: Released as Collection 11 , with new episodes dropping on Fridays , three days after each U.K. episode during autumn 2023.
Why people were talking about it
- Many viewers appreciated the gentler tone and Alison Hammond’s presence, saying it recaptured more of the cozy, early‑season feel.
- The usual debates popped up on forums: difficulty of challenges, fairness of eliminations, and the ongoing love/hate relationship with Paul Hollywood’s handshakes and judging style.
Mini FAQ
- Is there a 2023 “Great British Baking Show” on Netflix?
Yes. It’s the 2023 U.K. series (Series 14), listed as Collection 11 on Netflix U.S.
- Who won that season?
Matty Edgell , with Josh and Dan as runners‑up.
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