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'Some feel the show has done its time': BAFTA nominated Benidorm faces an uncertain future after more than a decade on air amid claims it is 'going through the motions'

Published: 20:09 EDT, 10 August 2017 | Updated: 21:04 EDT, 10 August 2017

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Long-running sitcom Benidorm faces an uncertain future amid claims it is 'could be axed' by ITV after ten-years on air.

The BAFTA nominated show pulled in more than 8 million viewers at its peak, but sources reveal a new series is yet to be commissioned after an alarming dip saw its audience share fall by almost fifty percent.

An insider told The Sun: ‘Some feel the show has done its time. It’s still popular but many of the old faces are long gone. There is a feeling it is going through the motions.

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Cancelled? Popular sitcom Benidorm faces an uncertain future amid claims it is 'set to be removed' from the ITV programming schedule after ten-years on air

‘Series 11 is yet to be commissioned and the concern is if it does take a break it might never come back.’

Launched in 2007, Benidorm went on to win two National Television Awards for Best Comedy Programme and two TV Choice Awards for Best Comedy Show.

Its series four opener in 2011 commanded record viewing figures of 8.6million, but its series ten launch in 2016 struggled, with a comparatively low 4.7 million viewers tuning in.

Time for a siesta: The BAFTA nominated show pulled in more than 8 million viewers at its peak, but sources claim there are no plans to commission a new series after an alarming dip saw its audience share fall by the more than fifty percent

However cast-member John Challis, best known for his role as Cockney car dealer Boycie in Only Fools and Horses, believes the show may well return after a short break.

'I think the show may take a year off for a pause and rethink,' he told the publication. 'I think it’s ideal to come out in January or February, and I’m looking forward to it but there’s no guarantee.'

Documenting the antics of guests at the fictional, all-inclusive Solana hotel, Benidorm has featured an ever-changing ensemble cast of familiar faces during its ten-year run.

Potential comeback: However cast-member John Challis (right) believes the show may well return after a short break

Star: Joan Collins has enjoyed a recurring guest appearance on the ITV show

Comedian Johnny Vegas, The League of Gentlemen co-creator Steve Pemberton and veteran stars Tim Healy and Sherrie Hewson have all featured prominently, while Shane Ritchie, Kevin Bishop and Joan Collins have enjoyed recurring guest appearances.

American TV network FOX have reportedly adapted their own version of the show, named The Big Package.

Based on a Mexican holiday resort, it will focus on a family from Boston who take a holiday to escape their dire financial problems at home.

MailOnline has contacted an ITV spokesperson for further comment.

Working holiday: Documenting the antics of guests at the fictional, all-inclusive Solana hotel, Benidorm has featured an ever-changing ensemble cast of familiar faces during its ten-year run