Following the network’s success with Celebrity Family Feud and Battle Bots (both have been renewed for new seasons) ABC is reviving another classic game show for primetime — $100,000 Pyramid.
The original version, hosted by Dick Clark, began on CBS in 1973 and then moved to ABC. Various other versions have aired since then, including a short-lived attempt on GSN in 2012. This will be the first time that $100,000 Pyramid has aired on a network in primetime. Live! With Kelly and Michael’s Michael Strahan will host the 10 new episodes.
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MICHAEL STRAHAN HEADLINES PRIMETIME GAME SHOW FAVORITE “$100,000 PYRAMID” ON ABC
Celebrity Guests from Entertainment and Sports will Compete Throughout the Season
The Pyramid is back! The Emmy Award-winning pop-culture phenomenon is re-imagined and better than ever! Hosted by Pro Football Hall of Famer and celebrated TV personality Michael Strahan, every episode will have 100 grand up for grabs.The hottest stars will team up with players from across the country to take on the timeless war of words, racing against the clock to give and guess clues in one of TV’s all-time great word-association games. “$100,000 Pyramid” is a 10-episode series and will air this summer on the ABC Television Network.
“Growing up, Pyramid was one of my favorite shows to watch with my family,” said Michael Strahan.” He added, “Watching the celebrities and players become a competitive team is always fun to see. I’m looking forward to bringing it back for the new generation to enjoy as well!”
“$100,000 Pyramid” is produced by SMAC Entertainment in association with Sony Pictures Television and will be taped in front of a live audience in New York. The all-new “$100,000 Pyramid” is executive-produced by Michael Strahan, Constance Schwartz and Vin Rubino.
About Sony Pictures Television
Sony Pictures Television (http://www.sonypicturestelevision.com), a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, is one of the television industry’s leading content providers, producing and distributing programming worldwide in every genre and for every platform. In addition to one of the industry’s largest libraries of award-winning feature films, television shows and formats, Sony Pictures Television (SPT) boasts a current program slate that includes top-rated daytime dramas and game shows, landmark off-network series, original animated series and critically acclaimed primetime dramas, comedies and telefilms. In addition to its US production business, SPT has 18 wholly-owned or joint venture production companies in 11 countries and also maintains offices in 31 countries. SPT’s worldwide television networks portfolio includes 150 channel feeds available in 178 countries, reaching more than 1.3 billion cumulative households worldwide. SPT also creates original content for and manages the studio’s premium streaming network, Crackle. Additionally, SPT owns US production company Embassy Row and is a part owner of the cable channel Game Show Network (GSN). SPT advertiser sales is one of the premier national advertising sales companies and handles the commercial inventory in SPT’s syndicated series as well as for the Rural Media Group and DoctorOZ.com.
What do you think? Do you remember the previous versions of $100,000 Pyramid? Do you plan to watch the new version on ABC?
I have always been a game show junkie!! My all time favorite is by far $100,000 Pyramid. I loved Dick Clark and I am a big fan of Michael Strahan. How can I audition for the show? I will definitely be watching Celebrity Fun and Games Night.
I hope i obtain a reply regarding how to become a contestant. I love all game shows. You learn something new everyday and they keep your mind sharp.
Pyramid was always one of my favorite game shows. Although no one will replace Dick Clark I wish Strahan well in living up to his standard. The most important thing will be if they get good celebrities. Intelligence alone is not enough, you have to be sharp and able to think well under pressure. I will be watching and hope it will be a good remake.
That’s good news! Can ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, GSN, USA Network, Broadcast syndication or any other networks revive other old game shows?
Like Deal or No Deal, Hollywood Squares, Match Game, Take Me Out, Catchphrase, Weakest Link, Blockbusters, Celebrity Bowling, Child’s Play, Temptation, Sale of the Century, Dream House, Jackpot Bowling,
The Krypton Factor, The Rich/Money List, Supermarket Sweep, College Bowl, Storybook Squares, Fun House, College Mad House and Finders Keepers.