Amnesia (game show)
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Amne$ia is an American television game show
that aired on Fridays at 8:00 PM ET on NBC
, after debuting on February 22, 2008 at 9:00 PM ET after 1 vs. 100
. Contestants win money by answering questions about their own lives. The program was produced by Mark Burnett
, producer of other shows like Survivor
, The Apprentice, and Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
, and was hosted by comedian Dennis Miller
. Contestants were able to win up to $250,000.
You in 60 Seconds: Instead of standard welcome intros, Amnesia begins with a speed round. The contestant has 60 seconds to answer seven questions, winning $1,000 for each correct answer, for a maximum of $7,000. There is no penalty for wrong answers, and the money won in this round is the contestant's to keep.
In the next three rounds the contestant is sent to a soundproof booth and a loved one is asked about various events they have shared with the player. The contestant then returns and is asked questions . Occasionally, in lieu of a question, the contestant must complete a stunt to be credited with a correct answer (such as trying to place the names of five obscure body parts on a dummy within 30 seconds). A frequent stunt is a blindfolded taste test of a familiar family recipe, with three imitation dishes.
Thus, contestants can end round 3 with up to $75,000 in their "memory bank."
Total Amnesia: Risk is introduced in the end game, so the player is given the option to stop or proceed before each question in this round. If they choose to proceed, contestants choose a question by picking one of their supporters, each holding an envelope that contains a question about their relationship. Each question is worth money, as follows:
Note: Contestants do not need to have the full value of a question in their bank in order to attempt it (e.g., a player with $5,000 may still attempt the $100,000 question).
A correct answer to the question adds money to the player's bank, but a wrong answer will subtract that amount. Before each question the player can choose to stop and take the money already won, but if at any time the bank falls to $0, the game is over and the player will go home with whatever they won in You in 60 Seconds.
.
as host on Channel 4
.
- has been announced by the Nine Network
, to air sometime in 2008.
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Game show
A game show is a type of radio or television program in which members of the public, television personalities or celebrities, sometimes as part of a team, play a game which involves answering questions or solving puzzles usually for money and/or prizes...
that aired on Fridays at 8:00 PM ET on NBC
NBC
The National Broadcasting Company is an American commercial broadcasting television network and former radio network headquartered in the GE Building in New York City's Rockefeller Center with additional major offices near Los Angeles and in Chicago...
, after debuting on February 22, 2008 at 9:00 PM ET after 1 vs. 100
1 vs. 100 (US game show)
1 vs. 100 is an American game show that was broadcast by NBC from 2006–08, and is revived on GSN with a new series which began in November 2010. As in other formats, a single player goes up against 100 other contestants . The 1 gains money for every Mob member eliminated, but loses all winnings...
. Contestants win money by answering questions about their own lives. The program was produced by Mark Burnett
Mark Burnett
Mark Burnett is a British television producer and executive producer, based in the United States. He currently is the executive producer of five network television series with seven hours of network programming. Works with which Burnett is associated have won multiple awards and recognition...
, producer of other shows like Survivor
Survivor (TV series)
Survivor is a reality television game show format produced in many countries throughout the world. In the show, contestants are isolated in the wilderness and compete for cash and other prizes. The show uses a system of progressive elimination, allowing the contestants to vote off other tribe...
, The Apprentice, and Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? is a television game show format based on asking grade-school level questions to adults, hosted by Jeff Foxworthy...
, and was hosted by comedian Dennis Miller
Dennis Miller
Dennis Miller is an American stand-up comedian, political commentator, actor, sports commentator, and television and radio personality. He is known for his critical assessments laced with pop culture references...
. Contestants were able to win up to $250,000.
Gameplay
The game is played in five rounds.You in 60 Seconds: Instead of standard welcome intros, Amnesia begins with a speed round. The contestant has 60 seconds to answer seven questions, winning $1,000 for each correct answer, for a maximum of $7,000. There is no penalty for wrong answers, and the money won in this round is the contestant's to keep.
In the next three rounds the contestant is sent to a soundproof booth and a loved one is asked about various events they have shared with the player. The contestant then returns and is asked questions . Occasionally, in lieu of a question, the contestant must complete a stunt to be credited with a correct answer (such as trying to place the names of five obscure body parts on a dummy within 30 seconds). A frequent stunt is a blindfolded taste test of a familiar family recipe, with three imitation dishes.
- Round 1: $5,000 for each correct answer (3 questions played)
- Round 2: $10,000 for each correct answer (2 questions played)
- Round 3: $20,000 for each correct answer (2 questions played)
Thus, contestants can end round 3 with up to $75,000 in their "memory bank."
Total Amnesia: Risk is introduced in the end game, so the player is given the option to stop or proceed before each question in this round. If they choose to proceed, contestants choose a question by picking one of their supporters, each holding an envelope that contains a question about their relationship. Each question is worth money, as follows:
- Question 1: $25,000
- Question 2: $50,000
- Question 3: $100,000
Note: Contestants do not need to have the full value of a question in their bank in order to attempt it (e.g., a player with $5,000 may still attempt the $100,000 question).
A correct answer to the question adds money to the player's bank, but a wrong answer will subtract that amount. Before each question the player can choose to stop and take the money already won, but if at any time the bank falls to $0, the game is over and the player will go home with whatever they won in You in 60 Seconds.
U.S. Standard Ratings
The ratings for Amnesia were as followed while competing for another game show My Dad Is Better Than Your DadMy Dad Is Better Than Your Dad
My Dad Is Better Than Your Dad is a reality sports TV show on NBC that premiered on February 18, 2008. The show is produced by Mark Burnett, producer of other shows like Survivor, The Apprentice, and Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?, and was hosted by actor Dan Cortese...
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| # | Air Date | Timeslot | Rating | Share | 18-49 | Viewers | Weekly Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | February 22, 2008 | 9:00 P.M. | 4.6 | 8 | 2.4/7 | 7.44 | TBA |
| 2 | February 29, 2008 | 8:00 P.M. | 3.4 | 6 | 1.3/4 | 5.10 | TBA |
| 3 | March 7, 2008 | 3.2 | 6 | 1.4/5 | 4.73 | 75 | |
| 4 | March 14, 2008 | 3.2 | 6 | 1.4/5 | 4.81 | 76 | |
| 5 | March 21, 2008 | 3.5 | 7 | 1.3/5 | 5.15 | 64 | |
| 6 | March 28, 2008 | 3.5 | 7 | 1.3/5 | 5.02 | 69 | |
| 7 | April 4, 2008 | 3.0 | 6 | 1.3/4 | 4.51 | 73 | |
| 8 | April 11, 2008 | 2.8 | 5 | 1.0/4 | 4.06 | 79 | |
International Editions
- has been piloted with Terry WoganTerry Wogan
Sir Michael Terence Wogan, KBE, DL , or also known as Terry Wogan, is a veteran Irish radio and television broadcaster who holds dual Irish and British citizenship. Wogan has worked for the BBC in the United Kingdom for most of his career...
as host on Channel 4
Channel 4
Channel 4 is a British public-service television broadcaster which began working on 2 November 1982. Although largely commercially self-funded, it is ultimately publicly owned; originally a subsidiary of the Independent Broadcasting Authority , the station is now owned and operated by the Channel...
.
- has been announced by the Nine Network
Nine Network
The Nine Network , is an Australian television network with headquarters based in Willoughby, a suburb located on the North Shore of Sydney. For 50 years since television's inception in Australia, between 1956 and 2006, it was the most watched television network in Australia...
, to air sometime in 2008.
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