Is X Factor coming back? Simon Cowell 'in talks to reboot show'

msn.com:

X Factor could be set to return to our screens once more, according to a new report. The much-loved ITV singing talent show fronted by music mogul Simon Cowell, 62, hasn't been broadcast for five years.

But now The Star reports that Simon is planning to revive the series in 2023 and 'recapture the magic' of the show - but it is not clear yet if it will remain at it's ITV home.

A source told the publication: 'It has been decided that the time is right to bring it back. It's really exciting.  'Everyone who will be working on the new series can't wait to get started. 'Things are in the early stages at the moment.

But the wheels are definitely in motion. It is hoped that production will begin at the end of the year. 'The insider added that Simon has been having secret conversations with a production company about his plans and has reportedly 'struck a big-money deal'.