Neil Patrick Harris' good luck streak as a host seems to continue as, after bagging the hosting stint for the 2015 Oscars, the Emmy-winning actor was chosen by NBC to host the American version of the highly popular British variety show Saturday Night Takeaway which is due to premier in 2016.

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A statement from NBC announced that the show "will feature comedy sketches, musical numbers, mini game shows, hidden camera pranks on celebrities and appearances by A-list stars."

 The network is slated to start with 10 episodes, which will be filmed in front of a live audience, reports Daily Digest News.

Saturday Night Takeaway has earned a huge following in UK since it started airing in 2002. The show was also franchised in Germany, Portugal, Italy and Belgium.

It was also revealed that many networks were very eager to grab the rights to air the series in the US. NBC eventually won out, after agreeing to pay ITV $2.5 million for every hour-long episode, not to mention the on-the-air, ten-episode order.

NBC's statement, however, makes it seem that the network was agreeable with ITV's demands.

"All of us here at NBC have been dying to work with Neil, as we've watched him brilliantly host the Tonys and Emmys," Paul Telegdy, NBC Entertainment president for alternative and late-night programming said.

"This series will suit his extraordinary talents perfectly."

Harris, who previously aired his enthusiasm to host a variety show, was excited to accept the offer, given that he has already proven his mettle as a host.

"As I watched the show, I couldn't stop smiling. Now that I've seen many seasons, my face hurts. It's a game changer," Harris said in a statement.

"Nothing like this has been done before, and its unique structure fits right into my random skill set. I can't wait to roll up my sleeves and have some fun!"

Harris' latest movie gig was a stint in the critically-acclaimed Gone Girl. He has also hosted Emmy and Tony Awards in recent years.

The actor has recently launched his book, Neil Patrick Harris: Choose Your Own Autobiography.

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