A new reality TV show is set to hit UK screens after a successful launch stateside.  America’s Next Top Massacre has seen record level ratings since it was aired in the USA and the UK version is being tipped to be even more popular than X-Factor, Strictly Come Dancing and Britain’s Got Talent in the British ratings war.

The format of the show sees twelve, mentally unstable, 18-25 year old men hoping to clinch the top prize of blowing out an American High School.

Contestants have to prove they are most suited for the role by demonstrating an ability of tasks, including firearm handling and editing a pre-massacre You Tube video.

It is a first for the reality talent show format, as the participants are all mentally disturbed before the programme begins rather than after it.

A UK version has already been discussed, with high-standing pin-up Andrew Lloyd-Webber and the popular serpent Piers Morgan lined up to be hosts.