25Mar2011
GSN Picks Up Former CBS Game Show “Power of 10″
This one came out of no where. GSN has acquired the rights to the former CBS game show Power of 10. The Drew Carey hosted game show asked people to answer survey questions within a set range in order to win up to $10,000,000. No one won the top prize during the series, but one person did win the million dollar level. The series debuted in 2007 and lasted sixteen aired episodes. Two episode were left unaired and we may be able to see them now. Power of 10 will begin airing this coming Monday, March 28th, at 7:00PM ET. It replaces Deal or No Deal. Click here to learn more.
Read MoreView Comments (25)06Aug2008
“Fifth Grader” Goes Syndie in 2009
It's been out there for a while but it's being made official now: according to Broadcasting and Cable, sources are saying that FOX's Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader? will be going into syndication in 2009. It won't be the first daytime version. Over in England they've had one, as well as a primetime version. Seems to be running pretty well for them. I've never liked the show as a million dollar game show to be honest. It's always seemed like a lower budget show, so we'll see how this one goes. Host Jeff Foxworthy is probably going to sign onto it. No word on top prize, but I'd just expect a quarter of a million. It's not like Deal or No Deal where the odds are significantly stacked against you to win so they can offer half a mil
Read MoreView Comments (15)10Apr2008
Aussie “Power of 10″ Video
A lack of news plus a lack of any time to update anything leads to nothing done around here. But hey, here's a video of the Australian version of Power of 10 which was sadly canceled after just two episodes because of bad ratings. Check out their version.
Read MoreView Comments (12)24Jan2008
CBS Pulls “Power of 10″, Brings in Primetime “Price is Right”
Drew Carey loses a job but gains more exposure for his leading show. First off, CBS is pulling Power of 10 as of today. The show might be back in the summer, but Wednesday night's episode was the final one. Huge shame, because CBS really did not seem to care to switch its time slot out of two major show killers: American Idol and Deal or No Deal. I'm sure there had to be a better slot for it like Fridays at 8:00PM ET. CBS is saying they are still committed to the show and might have new episodes in the summer, but I'll believe it when I see it. Such a shame, as it was one of the most dramatic, compelling, and fun primetime shows in a really long time. Don't feel bad for Drew, though. CBS is bringing back their trusty old The Price
Read MoreView Comments (38)15Jan2008
Aussie “Power of 10″ For $1M + Host Found
The US version of Power of 10 isn't doing too well right now. For some reason CBS insists on putting it against Deal or No Deal which is a steamroller at this point, but what do I know? I'm just a critic. Despite this, Australia is going ahead with their version of Power of 10 for Channel 9. They will be offering $1,000,000 instead of $10,000,000. Note that we still have a potential syndicated version in the making (depending on how the rest of the primetime run goes), so their version will basically be how our syndicated edition will go. Longtime quiz show host Eddie McQuire (who hosted Who Wants to be a Millionaire? and 1 VS 100) was actually not chosen. Instead, the host is Australia's Today weatherman Steve Jacobs. He told TV
Read MoreView Comments (2)12Nov2007
“Million Dollar Password”/”Power of 10″ Start Casting
Paging Robert McKee: Million Dollar Password is finally ready to start casting contestants. The new edition of the show, hosted by Regis Philbin and based out of New York City for CBS, will supposedly combine some of the best of all editions of Password, plus some new twists, to make it a new hit for a new generation. Of course this is Fremantle, the company that absolutely massacred Temptation, so I'm crossing my fingers on this one. If you're good at Password and can get to Los Angeles, there's no reason not to get involved in this, especially for $1,000,000. People 18-59 can apply, and be ready to send off a picture of yourself. Apparently no ugly people need apply. Click here to sign up for Password. Also, one of our favorite s
Read MoreView Comments (17)07Oct2007
“Power of 10″ in the Running for Syndication
Has anyone else been extremely disappointed with this year's syndicated offerings? They are both severely lacking, especially Temptation, and if we see any last a season, let alone past January, I'll be amazed. Luckily next season we might have a very interesting syndication front. Three popular game shows are being worked out for syndication, one already cleared in 50% of the country. The shows: Deal or No Deal, Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?, and Power of 10. Daytime Deal or No Deal is old news, but a few new items have poured in. Right now they are committing to 32 weeks of the show and possibly up to 36. $250,000 is going to be the top prize and, good news, contestants are going to be holding the cases. There are only go
Read MoreView Comments (14)01Oct2007
“Power of 10″ Sold to Several New Countries
It's about time that the US has an export they can be proud of, isn't it? A while ago it was announced that Australia's Nine Network has picked up the hit CBS/Embassy Row game show Power of 10. Today came word that many different countries are getting their own versions. Such countries are Chile, France, and Germany. I know we have some Canadian fans of the show, so you'll be happy to know that you will be able to see the show on Global, and the US version can be seen soon in South Korea as well. The French version will air on TF1. Michael Davies, creator and executive producer, added, "Power of 10 was created from the outset with the international market in mind. It is simple, immediately engaging and about the entire nation, wheth
Read MoreView Comments (5)24Sep2007
Post-Season “Power of 10″ Opinions and Suggestions
Last night's exciting (and rather depressing) episode of CBS's Power of 10 marked the end of its summer series with its return date in the next few months. It's actually sad to see it go. In a market crowded of shows for the dumb who such as Deal or No Deal, which I've just grown completely sick of, Power of 10 was a high sign of relief for me. It's nice to see that the market isn't being over saturated with Deal clones. Sure, Power of 10 is derivative of a few older game shows, but Michael Davies and the rest of Embassy Row took the correct basic ideas and made a show that's more exciting than anything I've seen in a while. The contestant coordinators did a fantastic job of finding contestants that are likable and exciting, but in
Read MoreView Comments (28)23Sep2007
“Power of 10″ Season Finale Tonight + Post Show Thoughts
Tonight at 8PM ET on CBS is the Power of 10 summer season finale. Do not fret, as the show will return as soon as something bombs which shouldn't take long. It'll be back midseason at least. We'll be back later tonight with some post show thoughts, but for now here is a clip CBS provided us of the finale. It has a minor spoiler, but it's nothing shocking or surprising. You aren't going to have the drama of the show killed if you watch it. [stream flv=x:/www.gameshowvideos.com/flv/POXfinale.flv width=630 height=343 bandwidth=med /]
Read MoreView Comments (6)13Sep2007
“Power of 10″ Exclusive Contestant Search
Quick question: How many of our BuzzerBlog readers have been on a game show? I know we have the Grand Slam people, Robert McKee's been on a few, Nevelle was just on Crosswords, and we have a few Deal or No Deal contestants lurking around? If you haven't been on one yet, how would you like a chance to play for $10,000,000 on CBS's Power of 10? The show is returning sometime either as a Fall 2007 replacement or at midseason and Embassy Row casting executives have come here looking for contestants. I'd love to see one of you on Power of 10, so read below and get involved! Win $10,000,000 and tell them BuzzerBlog sent you! DO YOU WANT A CHANCE TO WIN UP TO $10,000,000? THE NEW GROUND BREAKING CBS GAME SHOW POWER OF 10 HOSTED BY DR
Read MoreView Comments (16)20Jun2007
“Power of 10″ + “Don’t Forget the Lyrics” Debut Dates
If you notice the site doing weird stuff today, our apologies. We're attempting to get the new website online and we're having issues. We're seeing shades of the Chair/Chamber situation with singing game shows. Hot on the trail of NBC's Singing Bee, FOX is rushing Don't Forget the Lyrics to air. The Wayne Brady hosted show will debut on July 11th at 9:30PM ET and its second episode is July 12th at 8:30PM ET. On the show, contestants will have to sing along to the show's band while lyrics are displayed on a large screen. The contestant will have to continue to sing when the music and lyrics stop. After each right lyric, the contestant has the option to stop the game. However, if they can answer all 10, they win $1,000,000. In the
Read MoreView Comments (11)18Jun2007
“Power of 10″ Estimated Debut + More Information
CBS has apparently been airing some commercials for their new summer game show Power of 10, and they have also put a site online. On the site is a very brief description of the show, but more importantly a video clip of some gameplay from the pilot. It looks like I was wrong about the rules, by the way. You apparently have to give the range and hope that the right answer falls in there somewhere, so I guess we can call this a mix of The Price is Right's Range Game and the Card Sharks questioning. Power of 10 is currently casting and will debut in August on CBS. Check back here for tape dates. We keep checking in with Embassy Row.
Read MoreView Comments (14)06Jun2007
“Power of 10″ Contestant Call
Interested in winning a massive sum of money totaling $10,000,000? If so, CBS has a new show for you. Power of 10 sees contestants trying to predict the results of a survey within a certain range. The first right answer gives you $1,000 with each right answer multiplying your money by 10 for a total of $10,000,000. Drew Carey will host this new game show which will debut sometime this summer, as of now. That means they will be picking contestants excessively soon. You have literally no time to stall. For more information, contact Embassy Row via their website. Just go to Casting and click on "Power of 10". You can also contact the casting department at 1-877-949-POWER. Tell them BuzzerBlog sent you. Anyone planning on applying f
Read MoreView Comments (11)16May2007
“Power of 10″ Rushed for This Summer
This one was a bit shocking: CBS has announced that the new Embassy Row show The Power of 10 will be rushed to air this summer. The Drew Carey hosted show can be described more as Super Card Sharks than Super Family Feud. Contestants will have to predict the results to national surveys about lifestyles, behaviors, and opinions. Such questions are similar to "What percentage of married Americans said they were virgins the day they got married?" to "What percentage of American's believe they are smarter than the president?" The contestants needs to guess correctly within a certain range. The first correct guess wins the player $1,000 and each next question multiplies that money by 10 although the range of error shortens for each questio
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