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A&E BIOGRAPHY:
ACME SUPERMARKETS COMMERCIAL (1988):
The "Wheel of Fortune" scratcher contest is pitched in this 30-second spot. [RR10.6]
AMERICAN NINJA CHALLENGE (G4, Nov 14 2007):
Narrated by Dave Wittenberg, this hour-long special sees winners of a G4 contestant contest prepare for their trip to Japan to compete on "Ninja Warrior"/"Sasuke". [OC/266.8]
AMERICAN NINJA CHALLENGE 2 (G4, May 18 2008):
Same as above [OC/318.3]
AMERICAN NINJA CHALLENGE WRAP-UP (G4, Nov 14 2007)-Zach Selwyn [OC/267.2]
AMERICAN NINJA CHALLENGE 2 WRAP-UP (G4, May 18 2008)-Zach Selwyn
Same as above [OC/318.9]
AMERICAN NINJA CHALLENGE 4 (G4, Jun 21 2009)-Olivia Munn (hr-long) [OC/430F]
AMERICAN NINJA CHALLENGE 4 WRAP-UP (G4, Jun 21 2009)-Olivia Munn [OC/431.1]
ANYTHING FOR A LAUGH: 20 YEARS OF CHUCK BARRIS (ABC, 1985)-Chuck Barris:
Join Chuckie Baby (not to be confused w/fellow trader Chuck Donegan) plus Bob Eubanks, Jamie Farr, Arte Johnson, Jim Lange, and Jaye P. Morgan for a look back at some of the funniest moments from 20 years worth of Barris shows! [SM/CW1.1]
ATTACK OF THE SHOW
A behind-the-scenes look at "Hurl!" is the focus of this 3-minute piece from Jul 23 2008. [332.5]
BEHIND THE SCENES OF WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE (ABC, 2000)-Regis Philbin:
A fascinating hour-long special taking you inside the biggest GS ever to hit televison; includes reminiscences by former contestants and staffers, a look at how questions are chosen, the phenomenon of the show, and much more! [OC/WS2.2]
BEST OF ENDURANCE (Mar 04 2006)-J.D. Roth:
A half-hour special which recaps the best moments from the series. [RPT/104.11]
BEST OF ENDURANCE 2 (Mar 11 2006)-J.D. Roth [RPT/105.4]
BEST OF ENDURANCE 3: HAWAII (Sep 17 2005)-J.D. Roth [RPT/105.8]
BEST OF ENDURANCE: HIGH SIERRAS (2007) [RPT/407.3]
BEST OF ENDURANCE FIJI (Jun 21 2008)-J.D. Roth:
Same as above, but also includes never-before-seen moments. [RPT/383.1]
BEST OF TRIUMPH THE INSULT COMIC DOG
A clip from "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" where Triumph goes on HS (Bergeron) during their week of taping in NY. [RPT/137.6]
BEST WEEK EVER:
BIG BUCKS: THE PRESS YOUR LUCK SCANDAL (GSN, 2003)-Peter Tomarken:
A 2-hour documentary on how Michael Larson was able to take PYL for over $110K back in 1984, and the aftermath of his "affair"; includes interviews w/his 2 opponents, family, friends, and crew members, plus an edited version of Larson's original 2-episode reign. [GSN/PC3]
THE BIG MATCH (LIFETIME, Apr 18 2008)-Cat Deeley:
In this hour-long special, 100 single guys compete in a series of elimination rounds for the love of one single woman and a trip to Hawaii. [OB/CT6]
BLAZED AND CONFUSED: THE TOP 10 MOMENTS FROM THE INFERNO 3 (MTV, Jul 10 2007):
In this half-hour special, the cast recall their top ten moments from this season of TRW/RRC; also includes never-before-seen footage including their supposed hook-ups. [OC/219.1]
BLOOPERS:
THE BONNIE HUNT SHOW
Teams of audience members try to complete stunts to beat the clock in this 7.5-minute segment from Jan 12 2009 [380.2]
CBS: 50 YEARS FROM TELEVISION CITY (2002):
Bob Barker hosts this 9-minute segment, which includes a behind-the-scenes look at TPiR and brief clips of other game shows taped at TV City over the past half-century. [OB/RR8.6]
CELEBRITIES AND GAME SHOWS (GSN, Feb 11 2007)-Chuck Woolery:
This hour-long special features clips of the funniest GS celeb moments over the years, plus some "before they were stars" moments. [OC*/157.3]
CELEBRITY A-LIST BLOOPERS
A blooper from "To Tell the Truth" w/John O'Hurley is featured in this 3-minute piece from Mar 17 2007 [159.9]
CHEAP SEATS
Two 1993 episodes of "Radical Outdoor Challenge" are skewered in this Sep 18 2006 episode [RPT/275.3]
THE CHUCK BARRIS STORY: MY LIFE ON THE EDGE (GSN, Dec 10 2006)
Narrated by Jim Lange, this hour-long documentary focuses on the life and career of the successful GS producer; lots of clips are shown, along w/comments from colleagues, former staff members, and hosts/celebrities. [OC/146.9] THE COLBERT REPORT
In this 2-minute clip, Stephen Colbert gives his opinion on the Apr 22 2009 episode of "TPiR" the only way he can: by insulting it. [407.5]
THE DUEL AIN'T OVER 'TIL THE REUNION (MTV, Jan 25 2007)-Susie ?: In this hour-long taped studio interview, some of the cast members of "The Real World/Road Rules Challenge: The Duel" are reunited of sorts and answer questions about the experience; includes bonus footage not previously seen in the series. [OC/158.5] E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY: HOLLYWOOD SQUARES (Mar 30 2003) A 2-hour look inside all 3 versions of the show, w/lots of clips (including the original pilot w/Bert Parks), behind-the-scenes footage, and reminiscences by cast/crew members. [OC/TC2] E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY: WHEEL OF FORTUNE (Jan 23 2005) A 2-hour look inside America's #1 syndicated GS; features some rare clips (including the pilot and premiere!), behind-the-scenes footage, and interviews w/cast and crew. [RPT/128.1] THE EARLY SHOW Bob Barker invites Julie Chen to "Come on Down" at CBS TV City on the set of TPiR in this 4-minute piece from Sep 18 2006 including a few classic bloopers. [121.6] ENDURANCE: JD's FAVORITE TWISTS (DISCOVERY KIDS, Jun 28 2008)-J.D. Roth:
In this half-hour special, the host shows us his top five all-time favorite game twists of all six series of the show. [RPT/383.3]
ENDURANCE 3: HAWAII CASTING SPECIAL (Sep 04-11 2004):
Narrated by Kenny Michael, this two-part special sees host J.D. Roth and the production crew select the 20 contestants to compete in the upcoming season. [both RPT/387.5,7]
ENDURANCE 3: HAWAII GALAPAGOS SPECIAL (Sep 10 2005)-J.D. Roth:
In this half-hour special, the series' champions travel to the Galapagos Islands, where they swim with tropical penguins, play with sea lions and meet a tortoise named Lonesome George. [RPT/104.8]
ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT:
FAKE OR REAL (E!, May 15 2009)-Bryan McFayden:
In this half-hour special, a panel of judges try to guess which one of three contestants is telling the truth about having plastic surgery; guests include Debra Skelton and Katie Cleary. [OC/415.8]
FAUX PAUSE-Sean Donnellan & Mary Gallagher:
One episode from 1998; "Pass the Buck" is skewered [OB/JP5.5]
THE 411
"Inside Wheel of Fortune": In this 27-minute episode from 2005, take a behind-the-scenes look at the show, including flashbacks from past episodes, segments about Vanna's fashion, tips about being a contestant, and more behind-the-scenes footage from the New Orleans shows prior to Hurricaine Katrina. [RPT/66.5]
THE 2009 GAME SHOW AWARDS (GSN, Jun 06 2009)-Howie Mandel:
In this 2 1/2-hour ceremony the year's best on-air personalities, shows, and other categories are honored, plus the "Dancing w/the Stars" cast performs! [OC/423.5] FOX ALL STAR CHALLENGE (1995)-Daisy Fuentes & Steve Young:
An hour-long special where athletes compete with celebrities in a vareity of events. Featured personalities include Jerry Rice, Junior Seau, Wendy Gottlieb, Jill Goodacre Connick, Craig Andrew, Kimiko Tanaka, and Wesley "Two Scoops" Berry; w/Dan Cortese as referee. [OB/CT1.2] GAME SHOW COUNTDOWN: TOP 10 HOSTS (GSN, Jan 07 2007) Narrated by John O'Hurley, this hour-long special discusses what makes a good host and features some rare clips and reminiscences by some game show greats as the 10 best emcees of all time are named. [OC/150.11] GAME SHOW HALL OF FAME: WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONIAIRE (GSN, Jan 21 2007) Narrated by Dana Mills, this hour-long special tells of the rise, fall and comeback of one of TV's biggest game shows. [OC*/157.1] GAME SHOW MILLIONAIRES (TVGC, Dec 28 2004)-Kimberly Caldwell: This hour-long special features interviews w/big winners from "J!:, "Greed", "WWTBaM", etc. [RPT/21.2] GAME SHOW MOMENTS GONE BANANAS (VH1, May 21-Jun 18 2005)-Ben Stein:
GSN PITCHFILM (1995)
Pat Sajak pitches Game Show Network to cable companies in this 8-minute piece, which includes lots of clips, a behind-the-scenes peek at the GSN studios, and appearances by Peter Tomarken, Steve Day, and Laura Chambers! [PC1.3]
GSN: THE "BIG CHANGE-AROUND" (Mar 15 2004):
A short clip where Game Show Network becomes GSN - the network for games. [RR8.7]
THE GREAT DEBATE
The debate between Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! is the focus of this 3-minute piece from Jul 08 2009. [435.7]
GREATEST GAME SHOW MOMENTS (GSN, Jan 14 2007)-Chuck Woolery:
An hour-long look at the genre's funniest, most and least successful moments. [OC*/156.6]
HOT GIRLS IN SCARY PLACES (E!, Mar 13 2009):
In this hour-long special, three USC song girls are challenged to spend the night in a supposedly haunted abandoned hospital and compete for a $10,000 cash prize. [RPT/397.1]
I LOVE THE '70S VOLUME 2:
I LOVE THE '80S:
I LOVE THE '80S STRIKES BACK:
I LOVE THE '80S 3D:
I LOVE THE '90S:
I LOVE THE '90S PART DEUX:
I LOVE THE NEW MILLENNIUM:
INFANITY
Lisa Joyner:
Madison Michelle:
INSIDE EDITION
INSIDE NINJA WARRIOR (G4, Nov 10 2007)-Zach Selwyn [OC/265.2]
THE INSIDER
Bob Barker's health scare and his appearance on "The Late Late Show" are subjects of this 3-minute piece from Jul 14 2006. (includes a plug for an "A&E Biography" on "TV Game Shows") [105.10] THE INSIDER'S GUIDE TO WINNING GAME SHOW MILLIONS (GSN, Feb 18 2007)-Chuck Woolery: In this hour-long special, clips of some of the most successful GS contestants are shown, and the contestants themselves share reminiscences about their appearances and offer tips. [OC*/157.4]
THE ISLAND REUNION: THE FINAL FACE-OFF (MTV, Nov 05 2008)-Carlos Santos [RPT/358.8]
IT'S COMCASTIC (2005) A commercial for the Comcast cable company which uses an edited clip from "The $20,000 Pyramid" w/Loretta Switt (30-sec. version) [MG3.2] 'NET ULTIMATE GREED (2004)-Will Schmarder: From Upstate NY, it's taped footage of a Tournament of Champions episode of the Internet Game Show version of the richest and most dangerous game where one person, in one night, could win over CY$10,000,000!! (26 mins.) [WS1.3] JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE
Security guard Guillermo takes on a few obstacles in the "Wipeout" course in this 6-minute segment from Jun 27 2008 [324.14]
JOCKS
A behind-the-scenes look at American Gladiators w/Hugh Fink is the focus of this ?-minute piece from 1994 [MG14.6]
KARE 11 NEWS
Reporter Eric Perkins visits the set of "Deal or No Deal" in this 5-minute piece from May 17 2006. [98.1]
KING OF THE MOUNTAIN (FOX, Jul 28 1990)-John Mulrooney & Judy Cole:
Based on the Japanese series Takeshi's Castle, this half-hour special pits 10 contestants against one another in a series of stunts for the chance at a dream vacation. [OC/RR7.3]
THE MAKING OF A GAME SHOW: CATCH 21 (GSN, Jul 19 2008)
A half-hour special that goes behind the scenes of GSN's latest original series. [OC/331.3]
MAXIMUM EXPOSURE:
THE MOST OUTRAGEOUS GAME SHOW MOMENTS 5 (NBC, 2003)-Bob Eubanks & Chuck Woolery [RPT/17.8]
(THE) MOST OUTRAGEOUS MOMENTS:
MY LIFE WITH RYAN (MTV, Oct 14 2007)-Ryan Sheckler & Damien Fahey:
Selected girls compete in a tourament of mini-games to win prizes including the ultimate, a date with the aforementioned star of "The Life of Ryan". [OC/MG14.3]
NATIONAL VOCABULARY CHAMPIONSHIP (GSN, Apr 15 2007)-Dylan Lane:
An hour-long special chronicling the quest of 50 student contestants as they make the road to the competition to try and win the grand prize of $40,000 in college funds. [OC*/173.9] NICKELODEON ALL-STAR CHALLENGE (1994)-Mike O'Malley & Phil Moore: A three part hour-and-1/2 special in which guests Adam Wylie, Joanna Garcia, and Jeremy Jackson lead their teams as they compete in a variety of events taken from all of Nick's game shows. [all GAS/WS1.4-6] NORTHLAND'S NEWSCENTER AT NOON NBC News' Amy Freeze goes behind the scenes of DoND in this ~3-minute piece from May 17 2006 [93.5] 101 CRAZIEST TV MOMENTS "Fear Factor's" rat shake drinking moment and a Russian GS for wannabe car criminals are the focus of this 7-minute segment from Oct 17 2005 (an unbleeped swear word is heard) [46.6] 101 MOST UNFORGETTABLE SNL MOMENTS
The "Celebrity Jeopardy!" parodies (including comments from the real Alex Trebek) are the focus of this 2-minute piece from Jan 12 2004. [324.13]
PIONEERS OF TELEVISION: GAME SHOWS (PBS, Jan 23 2008):
The history of the genre is examined; includes reminiscences by Bob Barker, Merv Griffin (in his final TV appearance), Monty Hall. Betty White, and more! (has DTV signal glitches) [OB/283.7]
PIRATE MASTER PREVIEW (TVGC, May 27 2007)-Tava Smiley (52 minutes) [OC/186.3]
PLAY IT BACK: 70S GAME SHOWS (GSN, Sep 07 2008)-Caroline Rhea [OC*343.4] PLAY IT BACK: 80S GAME SHOWS (GSN, Sep 15 2008)-Caroline Rhea [OC*/345.9]
PLAY IT BACK: 90S GAME SHOWS (GSN, Sep 26 2008)-Caroline Rhea [OC*/349.1]
THE PRICE IS RIGHT 25TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL (CBS, 1996)-Bob Barker:
An hour-long silver anniversary celebration of the classic game show; games are "Lucky Seven", "Plinko" (w/a $10,000 space!), and "One Away", lots of clips from the past 24 years are shown between the games, and HUGE prizes are offered in the Showcase! [OC/CW1.2] THE REAL MATCH GAME STORY: BEHIND THE BLANK (GSN, Nov 26 2006): Narrated by Jamie Farr, this hour-long special goes inside the most popular celebrity game of the 70s. [OC*/143.1] THE REAL WORLD/ROAD RULES CHALLENGE: FRESH MEAT (MTV, May 22 2006)-T.J. Lavin & Mark Long: A half-hour preview of the upcoming series of the RWRRC including a look at the cast of 12 "Real World" and "Road Rules" alumni and 12 people who've never appeared on either show. [RPT/94.6] REAL WORLD/ROAD RULES CHALLENGE'S AFTERSHOW (MTV, all half-hour)-Mark Long:
RWRRC FRESH MEAT: THE AFTER SHOW (MTV, May 29 2006)-Blair Herter:
A 9-minute preview of TRR/RRC Fresh Meat's Internet "After Show" including regular series bloopers and unused footage. [111.5]
THE REAL WORLD/ROAD RULES CHALLENGE: THE DUEL 2 REUNION (MTV, Jun 17 2009)-Maria Menounos [RPT/429.5]
THE REAL WORLD/ROAD RULES CHALLENGE: THE DUEL 2 - THE S#!T THEY SHOULD HAVE SHOWN (MTV, Jun 10 2009) [RPT/424.4B]
A SALUTE TO DOUBLE DARE (NICKELODEON, 1990)-Marc Summers:
In this half-hour special, Marc, Harvey, and Robin reminisce about DD history, as well as their careers prior to the show, and lots of clips (including some foreign versions of DD) are shown. [OB/JP3.2]
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE: JUST GAME SHOW PARODIES (NBC, Mar 08 2009) [OC/394.9]
THE SOUP PRESENTS: BEST OF THE WORST GAME SHOW MOMENTS (Dec 03 2007)-Joel McHale [OC/271.3]
STORM THE CASTLE (CBS, 1993)-Michael Burger & Nely Galan:
Based on the popular Japanese GS "Takeshi's Castle", this hour-long special features families performing stunts for the chance to "storm the castle" and win a $15,000 grand prize. (average quality video) [OB/CT11]
SUPERSTAR AMERICAN GLADIATORS (ABC, 1995)-Pat O'Brien & Kim Alexis Duguay:
An hour-long special where TV stars of the "big four" networks team up with the regular series' Gladiators to compete in various events for their charities; w/appearances by Jeff Altman. [OB/CT1.3]
TODAY SHOW
TODD NEWTON...ARE YOU GAME? (TRAVEL): The Jun 17 2009 premiere episode [OC/427.2]
THE TONIGHT SHOW:
Jay Leno:
TRIM THE FAT: THE INFERNO 3 REUNION (MTV, Mar 27 2008)-Lyndsey Rodriguez [OC/302.2]
TV LAND MYTHS & LEGENDS
TV'S BLOOPERS & PRACTICAL JOKES:
25 THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT GAME SHOWS (TVGC, Jun 18 2006):
A 50-minute special that reveals a number of interesting facts about the genre. [OC/100.11]
WELL DONE: THE FRESH MEAT REUNION (MTV, Sep 11 2006)-Susie ?:
In this hour-long taped studio interview, some of the cast members of "The Real World/Road Rules Challenge: Fresh Meat" are reunited of sorts and answer questions about the experience; includes bonus footage not previously seen in the series. [OC/118.7]
WJLA ABC 7 NEWS
Ken Jennings' loss to Nancy Zerg on J! is the focus of this 4-minute piece from Nov 30 2004 [RR8.8] WMAQ NBC 5 NEWS AT 10
Reporter Leeann Trotter's visit to the set of "Deal or No Deal" is the focus of this 5-minute piece from 2006. [MG9.4]
THE WOMEN WHO CHANGED GAME SHOWS (GSN, Jan 28 2007)-Vicki Lawrence:
This hour-long special showcases the hostesses and female celebrities who set the genre on its ear. [OC*/157.2]
WORDSMART INFOMERCIAL (2008)
Alex Trebek pitches the WordSmart accelerated reading and comprehension program in this half-hour ad. [RPT/320.4]
WORLD BLACKJACK TOUR (GSN, Dec 03 2007)-Matt Vasgersian [OC/271.4] |