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Classic Concentration

  • TV Series
  • 1987–1991
  • TV-G
  • 30m
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
233
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Marjorie Goodson and Alex Trebek in Classic Concentration (1987)
FamilyGame Show

Revival of the classic NBC game show in which two contestants, one a returning champion, faced a computer-generated board of 25 numbered squares.Revival of the classic NBC game show in which two contestants, one a returning champion, faced a computer-generated board of 25 numbered squares.Revival of the classic NBC game show in which two contestants, one a returning champion, faced a computer-generated board of 25 numbered squares.

  • Stars
    • Alex Trebek
    • Gene Wood
    • Marjorie Goodson
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.9/10
    233
    YOUR RATING
    • Stars
      • Alex Trebek
      • Gene Wood
      • Marjorie Goodson
    • 6User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 nominations total

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    Alex Trebek
    Alex Trebek
    • Self - Host
    • 1987–1991
    Gene Wood
    • Self - Announcer
    • 1987–1991
    Marjorie Goodson
    • Self - Model
    • 1987–1991
    Diana Taylor-Burge
    • Self - Model
    • 1987
    Art James
    • Self - Guest Announcer
    • 1991
    Kristin Bjorklund
    • Self - Guest Model
    • 1988
    Mark Knight
    • Self - Contestant
    • 1989
    Brian Haley
    Brian Haley
    • Self - Contestant
    • 1988
    Michael G. Brown
    Michael G. Brown
    • Self - Contestant
    • 1989–1991
    Jackson Hughes
    Jackson Hughes
    • Self - Contestant
    • 1987
    Michael McKay
    Michael McKay
    • Self
    • 1989
    Stuart Chapin
    • Self - Contestant
    • 1990
    Damon Jones
    • Self - Contestant
    • 1990
    David Kelsey
    David Kelsey
    • Contestant…
    Kent Winfrey
    Kent Winfrey
    • Self - Contestant
    • 1991
    Nora Salisbury
    • Self - Contestant
    • 1988
    Chris Williams
    Chris Williams
    • Contestant…
    Beverly Pomerantz
    • Self - Guest Model
    • 1988
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    9Catherine_Grace_Zeh

    Fun game show

    I used to watch this show when I was a little girl. First off, I must say that it was a fun game show. Also, I haven't seen every episode. However, if you ask me, it was still a good show. I don't remember the theme song at all, though. Even so, it was fun to play along and watch. I hope some network brings it back so I can play along and watch again. If that happens, I will be really happy. Before I wrap this up, I'd like to say that I'll always remember this show in my memory forever, even though I haven't seen every episode. Now, in conclusion, if some network ever brings it back, I hope that you catch it one day before it goes off the air for good.
    9riccibilotta-167-829847

    Now on Buzzr tv

    There were several versions of this show made, starting in 1953. This was the last version. Fun show to watch, but you have to "Concentrate" to watch it. I remember watching it as a kid in the 70's. It says 11 episodes on the homepage, which disappointed me, seeing how it's now on Buzzr tv. But there were 1,020 of them made, so more to watch. Fun show, enjoy.
    10pennycaudill

    Looking for Penny vs. ?

    Great show enjoyed meeting Alex and the whole game show experience! Please help me find my episodes! Late 1990 early 1991. Played 3 games won all 3 and then a dodge colt in the bonus round. Thanks for your help!!!!!
    10thehighlandhomestead

    One of the best game shows ever!!!!

    This show was truly fun and could stand the test of time if redone correctly(meaning a good host!). Can't believe it was only on 4 years! I love watching it on Buzzr! It was fun and interesting to see how some of the contestants aren't good memory portion but are good at the solving the puzzle portion! LOVE IT!

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    • Trivia
      The shortest time a contestant was given to win a car was 35 seconds, which happened on many occasions, in the 4 year run. The fastest time used was 25 seconds.
    • Goofs
      Initially Alex Trebek started puzzle by pointing out that behind the 25 numbered squares on the game board were three WILD! cards and 12 matching prizes. Eventually he opened the first game of the day by reporting that a home viewer had written in to point out that with three WILD! cards there could only be 11 prizes. Then before the day's second game he said that an audience member noted that since each game started by revealing two pieces of the puzzle there were in fact only 10 prizes per game.
    • Connections
      Referenced in AniMat's Crazy Cartoon Cast: Last-Minute Setup: The Musical (2020)

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • May 4, 1987 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Concentration
    • Filming locations
      • NBC Studios - 3000 W. Alameda Avenue, Burbank, California, USA(Studio)
    • Production company
      • Mark Goodson Television Productions
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    • Runtime
      • 30m
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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