Dancing On Ice could be set to make a surprise comeback three years after it was axed... as ITV bosses 'believe the decision to cancel the popular show was a mistake' 

By EMILY CHAN FOR MAILONLINE

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Dancing On Ice could make an unlikely comeback - three years after it was axed from our screens. 

ITV bosses are in early discussions about reviving the popular Sunday night programme, sources have revealed.

The show, which featured ice skating legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, made it to nine series before it was axed in 2014 following slumping ratings.

Another comeback? Dancing On Ice could make a surprise return to our screens - three years after it was axed following slumping ratings

Another comeback? Dancing On Ice could make a surprise return to our screens - three years after it was axed following slumping ratings

Direction of Television Kevin Lygo is said to be particularly keen to bring back the programme, which could replace celebrity talent show Dance Dance Dance. 

A source told The Sun: 'Kevin always thought ITV axing Dancing on Ice was a mistake so now the idea of bringing it back is being looked at. 

'It was a smash hit, and even at its worst was still pulling in more than some of the shows currently on telly – particularly in the Sunday night slot.

Hosts: The ITV show was originally presented by Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby 

Hosts: The ITV show was originally presented by Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby 

'It’s very early days and nothing has been commissioned just yet but it’s definitely on the to-do list.'  

A whole host of celebrities were taught how to figure skate on the show, which was originally presented by Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby. 

Christine Bleakley joined the programme for the last three series, following Holly's departure.  

Celebrities: A whole host of stars learnt how to figure skate on the show over the years, including Ray Quinn
Star contestant: Jorgie Porter also appeared on the show

Celebrities: A whole host of stars learnt how to figure skate on the show over the years, including Ray Quinn and Jorgie Porter 

Final series: Dancing On Ice was last on our screens in 2014 with an all-stars special that featured past winners and other former contestants. Christine Bleakley joined the programme for the last three series, following Holly's departure 

Final series: Dancing On Ice was last on our screens in 2014 with an all-stars special that featured past winners and other former contestants. Christine Bleakley joined the programme for the last three series, following Holly's departure 

The final series, which aired in 2014, was an all-stars special that featured past winners and other former contestants - including Ray Quinn, Jorgie Porter and Beth Tweddle. 

Speaking about the decision to cancel the show, Torvill and Dean said at the time that they wanted Dancing On Ice to 'go out on a high'.

The 2014 season marked the 30th anniversary of the pair's world-famous Bolero routine, which they first performed at the 1984 Olympics.

Dean said: 'It's 30 years next year since we performed in Bolero on February 14th, Valentine's Day, and we just thought it's full circle.

'We've had this wonderful experience and we just wanted to finish at the top of our game, and the show to be on top of its game.' 

MailOnline has contacted an ITV representative for comment.  

Skating legends: Speaking about the decision to cancel the show, Torvill and Dean said at the time that they wanted Dancing On Ice to 'go out on a high'

Skating legends: Speaking about the decision to cancel the show, Torvill and Dean said at the time that they wanted Dancing On Ice to 'go out on a high'

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