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Want to Be a Game Show Contestant?

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Ever wanted to pick a case, guess the actual retail price, buy a vowel, or answer in the form of a question? New and established game shows are always looking for contestants! Even if you don't win big money or fabulous prizes, the experience itself will be something you'll remember forever. If you're interested in becoming a game show contestant, we've got all the tools you need right here.

Casting Calls

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New and seasonal game shows generally don't keep their contestant searches going indefinitely. The calls for contestants are posted and only last for a short period of time. Here's your guide to all of the current game show casting calls we can find.

Application Advice

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Get advice on your game show applications right from the experts! Casting producers share their secrets and tell us what they look for in a contestant, plus you'll find some general tips that apply to almost any contestant application.

Be a Contestant on 'American Gladiators'

Monica Carlson battles in season one of American Gladiators.Courtesy NBC

Think you can take on the likes of Wolf, Titan, and Hellga? If you're physically fit and highly competitive, this might be the game for you!

Be a Contestant on 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?'

Kathy Cox won a million dollars playing Are You Smarter Than a 5th GraderCourtesy FOX

Contestants on this show are challenged to remember all of that good stuff we were taught in fifth grade. But don't worry, there are five 5th-graders there to help you along the way.

Be a Contestant on 'Deal or No Deal'

Jessica Robinson poses with Howie Mandel and her winning million dollar case on Deal or No Deal.Courtesy NBC

Since Deal or No Deal has expanded and added a syndicated daytime show, you're chances of facing the Banker and making a deal just got much better!

Be a Contestant on 'Don't Forget the Lyrics'

Dottie Harris and Wayne Brady on Don't Forget the LyricsCourtesy FOX

You don't need to know trivia for this game show! A knowledge of song lyrics and the ability to sing them in front of a live audience are all it takes to win big money. Plus, you'll get to meet host Wayne Brady!

Be a Contestant on 'Jeopardy!'

Ken Jennings in action on JeopardyCourtesy Sony Pictures

It's the ultimate quiz show for good reason. Jeopardy! questions are tough, but if you're an ace at trivia and skilled at wagering, you can keep coming back as the returning champion indefinitely.

Be a Contestant on 'The Moment of Truth'

Lauren Cleri in the hot seat on The Moment of TruthCourtesy FOX

This show isn't for everyone, but if you think you can tell the truth as determined by a polygraph machine, then you've got a good shot at winning. But if there are skeletons in your closet, rest assured that the producers will dig up that dirt!

Be a Contestant on 'The Price is Right'

Drew Carey with a contestant at the big wheel on The Price is RightCourtesy CBS

Want to be a part of the longest-running game show currently on television? Come on down! You might be the next contestant on The Price is Right!

Be a Contestant on 'Trivial Pursuit: America Plays'

Two in-studio contestants on Trivial Pursuit America PlaysCourtesy Debmar-Mercury

There are two ways to be a winner on Trivial Pursuit: America Plays. You can be a contestant in the studio, or submit a video-taped question and become part of America's Team.

Be a Contestant on 'Wheel of Fortune'

Pat Sajak with a contestant on Wheel of FortuneCourtesy Sony Pictures

This word puzzle game has been around for a long time, and contestants seem to have a great deal of fun playing. With the new million-dollar wedge, there's lots of money available to be won!

Be a Contestant on 'Who Wants to be a Millionaire'

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Want to try your luck in the hot seat? Millionaire films in New York City, and has crowned several millionaires during its syndicated run.

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