Game of Talents
| Game of Talents | |
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| Genre | Game show |
| Directed by | Ashley S. Gorman |
| Presented by | Wayne Brady |
| Narrated by | Jim Cutler |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 10 |
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| Camera setup | Multi-camera |
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| Original release | |
| Network | Fox |
| Release | March 10 – May 25, 2021 |
Game of Talents is an American game show that aired on Fox from March 10 to May 25 2021 It is an adaptation of the Spanish game show Adivina qué hago esta noche. The show is hosted and executive produced by Wayne Brady.
Format
[edit]Two teams of two compete in each episode. In each episode, seven talents (such as "Illusionist", "Opera Singer", and "Neon Trampolinist") are presented. Six performers appear, one at a time; one of the talents is a decoy.
The first two performers are worth $10,000 each. The first performer introduces themself, and an image or short video is shown that contains clues to the performer's talent. After viewing, one team chooses to play, and guess the performer's talent, or pass, and force their opponents to do so. A correct answer earns the guessing team the money; their opponents get the money if they guess incorrectly. Each team gets one chance to choose.
The third and fourth performers are worth $15,000 each. Gameplay is the same as the first two rounds, except that the decision to play or pass must be made before the video or image is revealed.
The fifth and deciding performer is worth $60,000. In this round, teams play head-to-head. As soon as the clue is revealed, either team can lock in an answer, which stops the clue and locks the other team out. A right answer wins the active team $60,000 and the game; a wrong answer wins their opponents the money and the game. Losing teams leave with nothing.
At the end of the game, the final performer is introduced and their clue is shown, as in the first four rounds. Teams can choose to walk away with their accumulated winnings or play. If the team plays and guesses correctly, their winnings are doubled, up to a potential $220,000; if they guess incorrectly, they leave with nothing.
Production
[edit]On November 19, 2020, it was announced that Fox had ordered the series, with Wayne Brady as host. Brady also serves as executive producer, alongside Jeff Apploff.[1][2] Game of Talents is the second game show Brady has hosted for Fox, following the network's original run of Don't Forget the Lyrics! (2007–09). On February 8, 2021, it was announced that Game of Talents would premiere on March 10, following the fifth season premiere of The Masked Singer.[3][4] On May 16, 2022, Fox shelved the series indefinitely.[5]
Episodes
[edit]| No. | Title [6][7] | Original air date [6][7] | Prod. code [6] | U.S. viewers (millions) |
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| 1 | "Floating on Air, Fire and Broken Bones" | March 10, 2021 | GTA-109 | 3.10[8] |
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Fire Thrower: Sam Tobey Bonebreaker: Ja'don Christian 3D Dancer: Jason Whicker & Abigail Rooney Stand-Up Comedian: DECOY World Champion Jump Roper: Nicholas & Kaylee Woodard Levitator: Fernando Velasco Gospel Singer: Sonia Harley | ||||
| 2 | "Dancing, Singing, and a Slew of Swords" | March 17, 2021 | GTA-102 | 2.70[9] |
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Extreme Pogo Sticker: Russell Kaus Blues Singer: Madison Taylor Baez Sword Swallower: Heather Holliday Clogger: Adison Hillstead Light Dancer: Kelly Hamilton Pizza Acrobat: Justin Wadstein Heavy Metal Artist: DECOY | ||||
| 3 | "Twins, Spins, and Bursts of Flames" | March 24, 2021 | GTA-105 | 2.88[10] |
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Drum Major: Imani Brown Iron Jaw Artist: April Leopaldi Opera Singer: Chelsea Snow Belly Dancer: Ilhan Karabacak Illusionist: Rob Lake Human Fireball: DECOY Neon Trampolinist: Marley Webster | ||||
| 4 | "Strings, Flaming Rings, and Björn" | March 31, 2021 | GTA-104 | 2.44[11] |
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Foot Archer: Bella Gantt Violinist: Giovanni Mazza Snake Whisperer: Claudius Shropshire Magician: DECOY Electric Puppeter: Ian Carney Baton Twirler: Mark Nash Hair Hanging Artist: Samantha Pitard | ||||
| 5 | "Crazy Twists, Flying Dummies, and a Scorpion on the Loose" | April 7, 2021 | GTA-108 | 2.31[12] |
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Sound Sculptor: David Matz Ventriloquist: DECOY Stepper: Miles Guichard Hand Balancer: Maral Byambasuren Danger Juggler: Owen Morse & Jon Wee Harmonica Player: Johnny Roquemore Scorpion Wrangler: Steven C. Ceriotti | ||||
| 6 | "Flying Dogs, Flipping Tricks, and Flaming Cocktails" | April 14, 2021 | GTA-110 | 2.61[13] |
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Salsa Dancer: DECOY Cheerleader: Dominique Lewis Yo-Yo Sensation: Stoney Mack Flying K-9 Coach: Nikki Penta Flair Bartender: Shea Lewis Trick Roper: Angelo Iodice Extreme Roller Skater: Jenny Arata | ||||
| 7 | "Fire Twirling, Cube Juggling and a Wild Alligator" | May 5, 2021 | GTA-106 | 2.22[14] |
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Indoor Surfer: DECOY Slackline Walker: Olga Henry Rubik's Cube Solver: Ethan Jan Hula Hooper: Brookelynn Bley Alligator Wrangler: Pharaoh Gayles Fire Dancer: Mata Grey Uiagalelei Slam Dunk Champ: Kregg Thomassen | ||||
| 8 | "Lions, Bikers, and Bubbles, OH MY!" | May 12, 2021 | GTA-103 | 2.23[15] |
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Hip Hop Dancer: Kea Peahu Fire Hooper: Grace Good Daredevil Biker: Johnny Obando Bubbleologist: Sterling Johnson Human Candelabra: Joann Zhuang Beatboxer: Steven Cantor Lion Trainer: DECOY | ||||
| 9 | "Balloons, Bo Staffs, and a Blazing Chainsaw" | May 19, 2021 | GTA-107 | 2.52[16] |
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Aerialist: Amadeus Lopez Yodeler: Kathrin Jakob Martial Arts Expert: Mason Bumba Limbo Skater: Kaitlyn Conner Jazz Pianist: DECOY Chainsaw Juggler: Aaron Bonk Contemporary Dancer: DJ Smart | ||||
| 10 | "Animals Flip, Bellies Flop, and Knives Fly" | May 25, 2021 | GTA-101 | 1.14[17] |
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Knife Thrower: David Adamovich Synchronized Dancer: Emma Qiao Contortionist: Emerald Gordon Wulf Belly Flopper: DECOY Cabaret Singer: Haylee Bice Animal Acrobat: Elijah Holt Pole Aerialist: Sean Sellek | ||||
Ratings
[edit]| No. | Title | Air date | Timeslot (ET) | Rating/share (18–49) |
Viewers (millions) |
DVR (18–49) |
DVR viewers (millions) |
Total (18–49) |
Total viewers (millions) |
Ref. |
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| 1 | "Floating on Air, Fire and Broken Bones" | March 10, 2021 | Wednesday 9:00 p.m. | 0.7/5 | 3.10 | — | — | — | — | [8] |
| 2 | "Dancing, Singing, and a Slew of Swords" | March 17, 2021 | 0.7/5 | 2.70 | — | — | — | — | [9] | |
| 3 | "Twins, Spins, and Bursts of Flames" | March 24, 2021 | 0.7/5 | 2.88 | — | — | — | — | [10] | |
| 4 | "Strings, Flaming Rings, and Björn" | March 31, 2021 | 0.6/4 | 2.44 | 0.0 | 0.23 | 0.6 | 2.67 | [11][18][a] | |
| 5 | "Crazy Twists, Flying Dummies, and a Scorpion on the Loose" | April 7, 2021 | 0.6/4 | 2.31 | 0.1 | 0.34 | 0.7 | 2.65 | [12][19] | |
| 6 | "Flying Dogs, Flipping Tricks, and Flaming Cocktails" | April 14, 2021 | 0.6/4 | 2.61 | 0.1 | 0.37 | 0.7 | 2.98 | [13][20] | |
| 7 | "Fire Twirling, Cube Juggling and a Wild Alligator" | May 5, 2021 | 0.5/4 | 2.22 | 0.1 | 0.31 | 0.6 | 2.53 | [14][21] | |
| 8 | "Lions, Bikers, and Bubbles, OH MY!" | May 12, 2021 | 0.5/3 | 2.23 | 0.0 | 0.22 | 0.6 | 2.45 | [15][22] | |
| 9 | "Balloons, Bo Staffs, and a Blazing Chainsaw" | May 19, 2021 | 0.6/4 | 2.52 | 0.0 | 0.22 | 0.7 | 2.74 | [16][23] | |
| 10 | "Animals Flip, Bellies Flop, and Knives Fly" | May 25, 2021 | Tuesday 8:00 p.m. | 0.2/2 | 1.14 | 0.1 | 0.18 | 0.3 | 1.33 | [17][24] |
Notes
[edit]- ^ Live+7 ratings were not available, so Live+3 ratings have been used instead.
References
[edit]- ^ "FOX Unveils Game of Talents, An All-New Unscripted Variety Show Featuring a Spectacle of Incredible Talents and Hosted by Emmy Award Winner Wayne Brady" (Press release). Fox. November 19, 2020. Retrieved April 16, 2021 – via The Futon Critic.
- ^ Peter White (November 19, 2020). "Fox Orders Mystery Variety Show Game Of Talents, Wayne Brady To Host Remake Of Fremantle's Spanish Format". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 16, 2021.
- ^ "All-New Series Game of Talents Joins Television's #1 Show, The Masked Singer, For a Night of Hidden (and Masked!) Talent, Beginning Wednesday, March 10, on FOX" (Press release). Fox. February 8, 2021. Retrieved April 16, 2021 – via The Futon Critic.
- ^ Alexandra Del Rosario (February 8, 2021). "The Masked Singer & Wayne Brady-Hosted Game Of Talents Get Premiere Dates On Fox". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 16, 2021.
- ^ Peter White (May 16, 2022). "The Masked Dancer, Alter Ego, Game Of Talents & Mental Samurai In Limbo; No Sign Of Non-Scripted Series On Fox Slate". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 25, 2023.
- ^ a b c "Game of Talents Episode Listings". The Futon Critic.
- ^ a b "Game of Talents Episode Guide". Zap2it.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (March 11, 2021). "Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.10.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 11, 2021. Retrieved March 11, 2021.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (March 18, 2021). "Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.17.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 18, 2021. Retrieved March 18, 2021.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (March 25, 2021). "Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.24.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 25, 2021. Retrieved March 25, 2021.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (April 1, 2021). "Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.31.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on April 1, 2021. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (April 8, 2021). "Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 4.7.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on April 8, 2021. Retrieved April 8, 2021.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (April 15, 2021). "Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 4.14.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on April 15, 2021. Retrieved April 15, 2021.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (May 6, 2021). "Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 5.5.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on May 6, 2021. Retrieved May 6, 2021.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (May 13, 2021). "Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 5.12.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved March 3, 2022.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (May 20, 2021). "Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 5.19.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved March 3, 2022.
- ^ a b Mitch Metcalf (May 26, 2021). "Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 5.25.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved March 3, 2022.
- ^ Marc Berman (April 1, 2021). "Wednesday Ratings: NBC and Fox Dominate; ABC's American Housewife and The Con Conclude on a Quiet Note". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 2, 2021.
- ^ Marc Berman (April 8, 2021). "Wednesday Ratings: Positive Opening for Kung Fu on The CW; Modest Home Economics on ABC". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 2, 2021.
- ^ Marc Berman (April 15, 2021). "Wednesday Ratings: Solid Kung Fu on The CW in Week 2; Most Tough As Nails Season-Ender on CBS". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 2, 2021.
- ^ Marc Berman (May 6, 2021). "Wednesday Ratings: Clean Sweep for NBC's Chicago Trio; Quiet Return for Kids Say the Darndest Things on CBS". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 22, 2021.
- ^ Marc Berman (May 13, 2021). "Wednesday Ratings: Solid Victory for NBC; ABC and CBS Struggle". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 26, 2021.
- ^ Marc Berman (May 20, 2021). "Wednesday Ratings: NBC and Fox Share Victory; ABC Season-Enders All Lag". Programming Insider. Retrieved June 5, 2021.
- ^ Marc Berman (May 26, 2021). "Tuesday Ratings Scorecard: A Night of Season-Enders Leads CBS and NBC to Victory". Programming Insider. Retrieved June 5, 2021.