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Game Shows: Most Popular Articles

These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Play Family Feud
How to become a contestant on the long-running game show Family Feud, hosted by John O'Hurley.
Play 'Deal or No Deal'
How to become a contestant on the hit game show Deal or No Deal, hosted by Howie Mandel. Play Deal or No Deal and you could win up to a million dollars!
Game Show Casting Calls
Want to be a game show contestant? Here's a list of current casting calls, ongoing contestant applications, and special game show casting events.
Play 'The Price is Right'
The Price is Right draws its contestants from the live studio audience. If you've ever wanted to play Plinko or spin the big wheel, here's what you need to know to become a contestant on this popular game show.
'The Price is Right' Tickets
How to get free tickets for studio tapings of The Price is Right. Get tickets online, by mail, or in person for this popular game show.
Millionaire Auditions
Want to be a contestant on Who Wants to be a Millionaire? The audition process is explained here.
Minute to Win It A Bit Dicey
Minute to Win It's game, A Bit Dicey, challenges you to balance dice on a popsicle stick. Here's how to play.
Let's Make a Deal Contestant
How to be a contestant on the new Let's Make a Deal
Play 'Wheel of Fortune'
How to be a Wheel of Fortune game show contestant. The Wheel of Fortune application process, including various ways to apply, what to expect during the audition, and where to find the Wheelmobile.
Minute to Win It Bite Me
How the game Bite Me in Minute to Win It works, and how you can try it at home.
Wipeout Contestant
Want to be a Wipeout contestant? Here's all the information you need on Wipeout casting, the application, and more.
Minute To Win It Baby Blockin
Baby Blockin' is one of the simpler Minute To Win It games to set up and play at home. Here's how to do it, along with suggestions for variations on the theme.
Game Show Application Tips
Are you applying to be a contestant on a game show? Take our advice with these handy tips to help get your game show application in tip top shape before sending it in. Learn what to look for in the guidelines, how to present yourself, and what details need to be double-checked for accuracy.
Minute to Win It Baby Rattle
Baby Rattle challenges Minute to Win It contestants to transfer gumballs from one soda bottle to another. Here's how to play, including equipment needed and all the rules.
Minute to Win It Blind Ball
How the game Blind Ball in Minute to Win It works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Back Flip
Minute to Win It's Back Flip game is a simple task: all you have to do is flip pencils and catch them using one hand. Here's how to play.
Minute to Win It Bottoms Up
How the game Bottoms Up in Minute to Win It works, and how you can try it at home.
Casting Game Shows
Casting for game show contestants is an ongoing process, with casting notices being posted all the time. Here's how to find these calls, and where to send your applications.
Is Cash Cab Real
Is Cash Cab Real? It's a real game show, but there are behind the scenes elements that might surprise you. Ben Bailey and Cash Cab questions answered here!
Apply to Be on '5th Grader'
Want to meet Jeff Foxworthy and answer questions to win a million dollars? Apply to be a contestant on the hit game show Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
Minute to Win It Bucket Head
How the game Bucket Head from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Face Cookie
How the game Face the Cookie from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Be a Game Show Contestant
All the information you need to be a contestant on a game show. Learn more about the application process and get advice from industry professionals.
Minute to Win It Breakfast
How the game Breakfast Scramble from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Beach Tennis
Beach Tennis swaps tennis balls for ping pong balls, and raquets for flippers. Here are all the rules and supplies you'll need to play this Minute To Win It game at home.
Minute to Win It Bobblehead
How the Bobblehead game in Minute to Win It works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Brush with Danger
Brush with Danger isn't actually dangerous, but it can be tricky! Here's how to play this popular Minute To Win It game at home.
Minute to Win It Chop Stack
Play the Minute to Win It game Chop Stack using lip balm tubes and chop sticks. Here's how to play.
Minute to Win It By a Thread
How the game By a Thread from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Bouncer
Bounce 20 ping pong balls into 20 glasses to play the Minute To Win It game Bouncer.
Bill Engvall and Family Take on 'Celebrity Family Feud'
Bill Engvall and his family are introduced to Al Roker on Celebrity Family Feud
Order Game Show Tickets Online
Where to find free studio audience tickets for game shows online. Simply fill out a form, print off your tickets, and you're ready to see a live taping of your favorite game show!
Minute to Win It Caddy Stack
How the game Caddy Stack from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Cantagious
How the Cantagious game from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Blow Ball
Minute to Win It's Blow Ball game requires patience, accuracy, and a steady stream of hot air. Here's how to play.
Minute to Win It Get Forked
Get Forked is a simple game in theory and very easy to play at home. You don't need any special equipment, just some coins and a kitchen utensil.
Minute to Win It Candy Lift
How the game Candy Elevator in 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Broomski Ball
How the game Broomski Ball from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Defying
How the game Defying Gravity from 'Minute to Win' It works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Choc Unicorn
How to play the Minute to Win It game Chocolate Unicorn.
Minute to Win It Dizzy Mummy
How the game Dizzy Mummy from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Card Ninja
How the Card Ninja game in 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Family Feud Tickets
How to get free tickets to a taping of Family Feud, hosted by John O'Hurley.
Minute to Win It Elephant
How the game Elephant March from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Supercoin
How the game Supercoin from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Double Troubl
How the Double Trouble game from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
New Game Shows
New game shows that are planned, in development, currently being shopped, or scheduled to air in the future.
GSN Schedule
A complete listing of the Game Show Network schedule, including daytime, evening, and weekend show listings. Find out what's on GSN!
Minute to Win It CD Dominos
The Minute to Win It game CD Dominos works exactly as you think it would, making it one of the simpler games to play at home. Here's how to do it.
Minute to Win It Go Distance
How the game Go the Distance from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Bulb Balance
How the Bulb Balance game from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Coffee Topper
Play Coffee Topper from Minute to Win It with a few household supplies. Easy to set up and simple to play.
Minute to Win It Fish Head
How to play Fish Head, one of the Minute to Win It Games
Minute to Win It Volcano
Minute to Win It's Volcano is a timed version of the popular mint-in-a-soda-bottle trick.
Minute to Win It Candelier
How the game Candelier from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Drop Sink
How the game Drop, Sink, and Clink from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can play it at home.
Minute to Win It Blow Joker
How the game Don't Blow the Joker from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can practice it at home.
'Millionaire' Tickets
Get tickets to be in the live studio audience for Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, the popular game show hosted by Meredith Vieira.
Minute to Win It Hangover
Hanging hangers is what Hangover is all about! Here's how to play this Minute to Win It game at home.
Minute to Win It Extreme Hanky
How the game Extreme Hanky Panky in 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Smarter Than a 5th Grader
Everything you need to know about Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
Minute to Win It Template
How to play Drop Ball from Minute to Win It, with instructions for home play and alternatives.
Minute to Win It Hangnails
How the game Hangnails from 'Minute to Win It' works, with instructions to play it at home.
'Wheel of Fortune' Tickets
How to order tickets to be part of the Wheel of Fortune studio audience.
Minute to Win It Egg Roll
How the game Egg Roll from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Frankenstein
Frankenstein requires a lot of concentration and balance to carry out. Here's how this game from Minute to Win It works, with instructions for playing it at home.
Minute to Win It Scary Cherry
How the Scary Cherry game from 'Minute to Win It' works, with instructions for you to play it at home.
Minute to Win It Contestant
How to be a contestant and play Minute to Win It for the chance to win $1,000,000.
Minute To Win It Christmas Games
A list of Minute to Win It Christmas games with instructions, so you can play them at home for a holiday party.
Minute to Win It Floatacious
How the game Floatacious from Minute to Win It works, and how you can try it at home.
Minute to Win It Sticker Picker
Play Sticker Picker Upper from Minute to Win It at home with these instructions and tips
Minute to Win It Egg Tower
How the game Egg Tower from 'Minute to Win It' works, and how you can try it at home.
Jeopardy Top 10 Moments
The top ten most memorable moments on Jeopardy! Funny and memorable moments on TV's top quiz show.
Minute to Win It Clipper
The Minute to Win It game Clipper uses ping pong balls and office supplies to create a sort of pinball game. Learn how to play it at home.
Wipeout Profile
An overview of ABC's game show Wipeout, including a look at how the game works, who the hosts are, and some of the stunts and challenges contestants will be facing.
Let's Make a Deal
The new Let's Make a Deal is a revival of the classic game show. Wayne Brady hosts, with Jonathan Mangum as announcer. Learn more about the show with these resources and links.
Splatalot Casting
Splatalot is a game show for kids airing in Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Here's how to apply to be on the show in Canada, and where to look for casting in other countries.
Play 'Jeopardy'
Ever wanted to be a contestant on Jeopardy? Here's some help in navigating the application and audition process for the popular quiz show.
Raven-Symone and Family on 'Celebrity Family Feud'
Raven-Symone brings a combination of her real family and her television family to play Celebrity Family Feud.
'Deal or No Deal' Casting Call
Deal or No Deal casting calls invite large groups to audition to be a contestant on the show. Find out what to expect from the Deal or No Deal open casting calls, and how to prepare for your audition.
Minute to Win It Egg Dance
Minute to Win It's Egg Dance game is more about balance than dancing. Here's how to play it at home.
The Price is Right
A collection of articles and resources to learn more about The Price is Right. Find out how to get tickets for the show, become a contestant, view photos from the set, and read about all your favorite stars, hosts, and guests.
Top 10 Big Brother Moments
10 of the greatest moments in the history of Big Brother, from memorable alliances to stupid strategic moves and more.
Kathie Lee Gifford and Family Play 'Celebrity Family Feud'
Kathie Lee Gifford plays Celebrity Family Feud with husband Frank, son Cody, and two other family members.
Neal Konstantini Interview
Want to know the secrets to a successful Deal or No Deal contestant application? Casting Producer Neal Konstantini tells us exactly what the show is looking for. A must-read for anyone who wants to play Deal or No Deal!
Daytime 'Deal' Application
How to apply to be a contestant on the half-hour daytime Deal or No Deal. Play syndicated Deal or No Deal using the online application form.
The One and Only Charo
Charo poses for the cameras at the GSN Game Show Awards
'Jeopardy!' Profile
A brief history and overview of Jeopardy, one of the longest running and most popular game shows in history.
Supermodel Kathy Ireland Plays 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?'
Supermodel Kathy Ireland plays Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader for charity.
Minute to Win It Glass Road
Glass Road Trucker isn't for kids - you'll be lining up glass bottles upside down, and then blowing a ping pong ball across them. Here's how you can play at home.
Top Five Female Hosts
A list of the five most memorable women who have hosted game shows. A look back at favorite female game show hosts from the past and present.
Wayne Newton and his Family Ready to Play 'Celebrity Family Feud'
Wayne Newton with his family, ready to play Celebrity Family Feud.
Minute to Win It Egg Zone
How the game Egg Zone from Minute to Win It works, and how you can try it at home.
Bob Barker with 'The Price is Right' Models
Bob Barker waves to the audience along with the Price is Right models. Barker returned to The Price is Right to promote his book.
'Deal or No Deal' Profile
Deal or No Deal is a modern game show with lots of flash and glamor. Host Howie Mandel provides comic relief while contestants use intuition and luck to eliminate cases and try to win a million dollars.
Watch Game Shows Online
Where to watch classic and current game shows for free online.
Play '1 vs. 100'
How to apply to become a contestant on the game show 1 vs. 100, hosted by Bob Saget. 1 vs. 100 application tips and links to the online application form and casting pages.
'Minute to Win It'
An overview of 'Minute to Win It,' the NBC game show hosted by Guy Fieri.
Best Official Website 2011
The official Wheel of Fortune website, one of five finalists in the About.com Readers' Choice Awards for Best Official Game Show Website
The New Let's Make a Deal, with Wayne Brady
The new Let's Make a Deal features Wayne Brady as host with announcer Jonathan Mangum. Monty Hall is on board in production too. Watch as costumed contestants win prizes or zonks.
'Jeopardy' Tickets
How to get tickets for a live studio audience taping of the hit game show, Jeopardy.
Deal or No Deal
Everything you need to know about Deal or No Deal! How to get on the show, how it all works, interviews with cast and crew, and where to find more information.
Kathy Cox Becomes the First '5th Grader' Millionaire
Kathy Cox becomes the first million dollar winner on Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader
Chuck Woolery Bio
A brief bio of legendary game show host Chuck Woolery. Learn more about the consummate host of shows like Lingo, Wheel of Fortune, Love Connection, Scrabble, and Greed.
Francesca Joins the 5th Grade Class on 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?'
Francesca is one of the kids in the fifth grade class on season three of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
Everything you need to know about Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
Millionaire Tournament of Ten
Sam Murray answers his million dollar question correctly in the Who Wants to Be a Millionaire Tournament of Ten.
Bryce Joins the 5th Grade Class on 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?'
Bryce is part of the fifth grade class on season three of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader
The Robinson Family with Howie Mandel
Jessica Robinson, Deal or No Deal first million dollar winner, with her family and host Howie Mandel.
'Let's Make a Deal' Model Alison Fiori
Model Alison Fiori shows off a zonk on the new Let's Make a Deal
Trebek High School Photo
Photo of Alex Trebek, host of Jeopardy, taken when he was in high school.
Family Feud Overview
A brief overview of Family Feud, which began in 1976. Several incarnations have succeeded the original, and the show is still running strong today.
'Jeopardy!' Kids Week
Kids Week on Jeopardy is a favorite theme week for fans and trivia buffs. Learn more about how it works, what to expect, and all the fun and entertaining elements of Kids Week on Jeopardy.
Cash Cab Profile
'Cash Cab' is hosted by Ben Bailey and airs on the Discovery Channel. Learn more about how the game works, the Red Light Challenge, Shout Outs, the Video Bonus Challenge, and more.
'Lyrics' Contestants
How to be a contestant on Don't Forget the Lyrics, the hit game show from FOX hosted by Wayne Brady.
American Gladiators Challenges
An overview of all ten American Gladiators challenges, including The Eliminator. Learn more about how the challenges work and why they're so tough for contestants.
Meredith Vieira Profile
Meredith Vieira hosts Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. Learn more about Vieira, a multiple Emmy-winning journalist and host with an impressive list of credits to her name.
'Wheel of Fortune' Profile
A brief history of the game show Wheel of Fortune and an overview of how the game is played. Learn how the show got off the ground and became the number one syndicated television show for the past 24 years.
The Season Three 5th Grade Class Picture
The class of season three of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader
Larry the Cable Guy Arrives at the 'Celebrity Family Feud' Studio
Larry the Cable Guy arrives at the studio for Celebrity Family Feud
Jeopardy!
Links and resources to learn more about the game show Jeopardy, which has been in syndication for 25 years.
Wheelmobile
What is the Wheel of Fortune Wheelmobile? Learn how to audition for Wheel of Fortune on the road.
Game Show Moments 2000s
A list of the top ten most memorable game show moments of the 2000s.
Jonathan Joins the 5th Grade Class on 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?'
Jonathan is one of the kids in the new fifth grade class on Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader
Jenna Joins the 5th Grade Class on 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?'
Jenna is one of the kids in the third season class on Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader
Alex Trebek Bio
Biography of Alex Trebek, host of Jeopardy. Trebek has hosted many game shows and made appearances in dozens of television shows and movies.
Vivica A. Fox and Family on 'Celebrity Family Feud'
Vivica A. Fox brings her family along to play Celebrity Family Feud
Best Game Show Host 2011
Alex Trebek, host of Jeopardy
'Fifth Grader' Show Profile
Learn all about the game show Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?, hosted by Jeff Foxworthy. An overview of the hit show, including a description of the game.
Game Show Premieres
A list of the new season's game show premieres, including new shows and old favorites.
Ice T and Family on 'Celebrity Family Feud'
Ice T joins Celebrity Family Feud with his real-life family.
Tickets for '5th Grader'
Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? tapes their shows in front of a live studio audience. Find out how you can be there and watch the game in person.
Dog the Bounty Hunter and Family on 'Celebrity Family Feud'
Dog the Bounty Hunter and his family get ready to play The Feud! Dog and family face Kathie Lee Gifford and her family on Celebrity Family Feud.
2012 RCA Winners
The list of winners in the Game Show categories from the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards.
Phone a Friend
How does the phone-a-friend lifeline work? Who Wants to Be a Millionaire life line phone a friend explained.
'Wipeout' Big Balls
The big balls on Wipeout are by far the most popular obstacle on the show. Here's how they work, what they're made of, and more about those big red balls.
Wayne Brady Profile
Wayne Brady is the host of Don't Forget the Lyrics, and Let's Make a Deal but we know and love him from Whose Line is it Anyway. Read up on his accomplishments, film and television appearances, and how he got his start in the entertainment world.
Jason Luna Millionaire
Jason Luna, million dollar winner on '1 vs 100,' tells us what it's like to win a million, how he got there, and what he's done with the money. Jason Luna shares his winning experiences.
Celebrity Game Show Hosts
A list of 12 celebrities who would be good game show hosts.
What is a Game Show?
The definition of a game show, and how it differs from a reality show or other genres.
'Bingo America' Host Richard Karn
Richard Karn on the red carpet at the GSN Game Show Awards
Tom DeTone Interview
Tom DeTone is a real life repo man, and host of Spike TV's Repo Games.
The Kardashians on 'Celebrity Family Feud'
The Kardashian family plays Celebrity Family Feud
Tiki Barber and Family on 'Celebrity Family Feud'
Tiki Barber and his family are introduced on Celebrity Family Feud.
Hayley Marie Interview
An interview with popular Deal or No Deal briefcase model Hayley Marie Norman. Learn more about this up and coming actress, model, and Hollywood star.
Pat Sajak Biography
A brief biography of Pat Sajak, host of Wheel of Fortune
Olivia Joins the 5th Grade Class on 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?'
Olivia is part of the fifth grade class on the third season of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader
\$100,000 Pyramid on Facebook
The $100,000 Pyramid is available to play on Facebook, created by iWin. Learn how to play and what to expect from this game show you can play on Facebook.
'Flavor of Love' Girls Play 'Hole in the Wall'
Buckwild, Saapphyri, and Pumkin from Flavor of Love play Hole in the Wall.
Alfonso Ribeiro Bio
Alfonso Ribeiro has come a long way from being a child star! From his appearances on Silver Spoons and The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, to GSN game show host on Catch 21, learn more about Alfonso Ribeiro.

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