Viewers slam Phillip Schofield for ‘faking’ on Cast Away finale: ‘He’s an absolute liar’

Phillip Schofield’s latest venture, Cast Away, wrapped up its final episode, but not without inciting a wave of criticism from viewers. The three-part series, which aired on Channel 5, failed to win over audiences, many of whom took to social media to express their disdain for Schofield’s performance, labeling it unconvincing and theatrical.

The former This Morning host, 62, has been navigating life on a remote island near Madagascar, showcasing his survival skills. However, as the episodes progressed, viewers felt that his grasp on reality was slipping, leading to skepticism about his authenticity. One particularly dramatic moment involved Schofield recounting a late-night scare when a fire he created threatened his campsite. While he claimed to have extinguished the blaze in the nick of time, skeptics were quick to point out the lack of evidence as he admitted he didn’t film the incident.

Critics underscored their doubts on social media, with one user thinking Schofield was losing touch with reality, while another suggested he was merely performing for the cameras. “I smell a rat,” declared one irate commenter, highlighting the increasing belief that Schofield’s dramatic storytelling was more about entertainment than authenticity.

Throughout the episode, Schofield also mentioned a particularly “triggering” aspect of the island that evoked memories of the media frenzy following his well-publicized fall from grace. He shared how the sound of rustling leaves reminded him of camera shutters, recalling a paparazzi encounter that was misrepresented in headlines as a long, four-hour meeting with Declan Donnelly and his wife. Schofield disputed the narrative, labeling it “ utter nonsense” and insisting that their time together was much shorter.

Despite his attempts to clarify his situation and share what he perceived as his truth, viewers grew increasingly doubtful as the stories unfolded. Criticism poured in, with one viewer asserting, “I don’t believe a word he’s saying. He’s an absolute liar.” Others chimed in to point out Schofield’s tendency to cast blame, suggesting he displayed a victim mentality rather than taking responsibility for his circumstances.

As the show concluded, speculation arose about Schofield’s future on television. When asked what lay ahead, he responded cryptically that there was “nothing” planned but added that he wasn’t necessarily done for good. He expressed a firm stance against returning to the world of daytime television, leaving audiences to ponder whether this was truly the last we’d see of him.

While a significant portion of viewers expressed discontent, a handful came to Schofield’s defense, acknowledging the entertainment value he brought to the screen. But the larger question looms: Will he manage a genuine comeback, or has he truly reached the end of his televised journey? Only time will tell.