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Sal · 06-29-2016, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MrCleveland

I didn't even know that there was more than Betty White who was on the original Match Games left!

Betty White was also on the original Match Game back in the 1960s when the game was a lot different than the one we all remember other than the fact that Gene Rayburn was also the host.

Match Game 1964 with Betty White and an all celebrity panel

As for the newest Match Game, I thought it wasn't too bad. It's still a LOT better than the Canadian version. Alec Baldwin did well as a host and even showed an ability to laugh at himself when he asked the Baldwin Brothers question. The problem for me was the celebs, especially that JB guy, whoever that is. He seemed obnoxious and clueless throughout the whole show. He didn't impress me at all! I wish they would get rid of him and soon!

Dude111 · 07-04-2016, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Edward216

I don't like Alec Baldwin at all so I won't be watching it.

I dont wanna see it as it will be nothing but re-programmed robots who cannot think for themselves!! (Nothing @ all like the original awesome game)

dare2be · 07-04-2016, 05:13 PM

Your loss.

Dude111 · 07-05-2016, 07:14 PM

Ah man!!

bmasters9 · 07-06-2016, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by megamanj2004

Did anyone notice the sound effects they're using and the end of the MG '90 theme as a music cue?

I was surprised to find out that this ABC version has been using the ding that was on CBS back in the day w/Gene Rayburn, and also has been using the TPIR buzzer for a wrong answer.

Crusinforabrusin · 07-06-2016, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by SitcomsOffline

Agreed.

If one is trying to recreate the magical era we had with Gene Rayburn and the regular panelist in the 1970s, casting Alec Baldwin as the host is already starting off wrong.

In my opinion you can never recreate the Gene Rayburn years of "Match Game". The original panel was hilarious and sweet. Gene Rayburn would always engage the contestants so they could be in on the fun too. You could see that Gene and everyone else genuinely enjoyed being there. That's why Gene Rayburn's Match Game was the best game show ever

Dude111 · 07-08-2016, 08:06 PM

Indeed...... EVERYONE TODAY IS RE-PROGRAMMED ROBOTS!!!

Cant think for themselves,etc...... NO FUN @ ALL!!!!!!!!!

howilu · 07-18-2016, 10:21 AM

Another homage to the 70s version came last night when Alec Baldwin read a question that began "Dumb Dora is so dumb (How dumb is she?) So far in this incarnation, there hasn't been a question about another familiar 70s character Old Man Periwinkle. When Gene Rayburn read those questions, he would read them in character and that was also a key to the show's success.

Hopefully, there will be an Old Man Periwinkle question before the show ends its prime time run and Alec Baldwin would do his best to recreate the character Rayburn made famous.

mets82 · 07-18-2016, 06:20 PM

Problem with both Match Game's is there seems to be too much talking between the host and the panel during the game. It can really get on my nerves.

howilu · 07-18-2016, 06:58 PM

To me, the banter between the host and the panel has a been a key to the success of the 70s and current incarnations. With two rounds to play as well as the audience and head to head matches, there doesn't leave a lot of time to fill a half hour without straddling games which was true on the 70s version.

To the previous poster, you might not have seen the shows from the Rayburn era where he sometimes banters with the crew. It was also a factor besides the comedy questions that made Match Game a daytime hit and also in syndication.

Hawkee · 04-17-2017, 01:49 AM

Why on earth did ABC decide to have Alec Baldwin be the star of the revival of Match Game? I am surprised that this new version of Match Game became a successful hit on ABC and i'm also surprised that it has soared in ratings. I saw the first few minutes of an episode once when I woke up from my Saturday rest and I found the Match Game revival the worst revival of all the game shows. ABC should've gotten a star like Chris Parnell or Will Farrell or even Alfonso Ribeiro to host it and that would have made Match Game's revival very impressive indeed
Bestie

biffbronson · 05-01-2017, 02:22 PM

Random thoughts:

Caroline Rhea stole the show when she was on.

Baldwin at times needs to read the question more clearly on the first try.

There have been some fairly big-name celebs on, like Christie Brinkley and Jason Alexander. But the show would certainly benefit from more "headliners," i.e. people who were closer to being superstars. The old series was similar in this regard, but now we're in primetime.

I like the set overall, certainly a lot easier on the eyes than the current "Family Feud" set that totally lacks charm.

JamesG · 10-31-2021, 11:30 PM

This is probably one of the last things he is focusing on right now, but do you think Baldwin will be back as "Match Game" host in wake of recent events?

Babalu · 11-02-2021, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by JamesG

This is probably one of the last things he is focusing on right now, but do you think Baldwin will be back as "Match Game" host in wake of recent events?

With every question ending in "Blank"? I think not.

AMackII · 11-03-2021, 05:45 PM

Baldwin’s Match Game Should either take a indefinite hiatus or have someone else to fill in him as Match Game Host on ABC

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Hawkee Michael Fassbender Fanatic Moderator Forum Star Join Date: Jan 17, 2016 Location: California Posts: 10,758	Why on earth did ABC decide to have Alec Baldwin be the star of the revival of Match Game? I am surprised that this new version of Match Game became a successful hit on ABC and i'm also surprised that it has soared in ratings. I saw the first few minutes of an episode once when I woke up from my Saturday rest and I found the Match Game revival the worst revival of all the game shows. ABC should've gotten a star like Chris Parnell or Will Farrell or even Alfonso Ribeiro to host it and that would have made Match Game's revival very impressive indeed Bestie
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07-05-2016, 07:14 PM	#49
Dude111 Forum Legend Join Date: Nov 05, 2013 Posts: 35,769	Ah man!!

07-08-2016, 08:06 PM	#52
Dude111 Forum Legend Join Date: Nov 05, 2013 Posts: 35,769	Indeed...... EVERYONE TODAY IS RE-PROGRAMMED ROBOTS!!! Cant think for themselves,etc...... NO FUN @ ALL!!!!!!!!!

07-18-2016, 10:21 AM	#53
howilu Member Senior Member Join Date: Apr 20, 2003 Location: St. Louis Park, MN Posts: 1,959	Another homage to the 70s version came last night when Alec Baldwin read a question that began "Dumb Dora is so dumb (How dumb is she?) So far in this incarnation, there hasn't been a question about another familiar 70s character Old Man Periwinkle. When Gene Rayburn read those questions, he would read them in character and that was also a key to the show's success. Hopefully, there will be an Old Man Periwinkle question before the show ends its prime time run and Alec Baldwin would do his best to recreate the character Rayburn made famous.

07-18-2016, 06:58 PM	#55
howilu Member Senior Member Join Date: Apr 20, 2003 Location: St. Louis Park, MN Posts: 1,959	To me, the banter between the host and the panel has a been a key to the success of the 70s and current incarnations. With two rounds to play as well as the audience and head to head matches, there doesn't leave a lot of time to fill a half hour without straddling games which was true on the 70s version. To the previous poster, you might not have seen the shows from the Rayburn era where he sometimes banters with the crew. It was also a factor besides the comedy questions that made Match Game a daytime hit and also in syndication.

05-01-2017, 02:22 PM	#57
biffbronson Sentimental Fool Forum Star Join Date: Aug 22, 2009 Location: Near Notre Dame Posts: 10,341	Random thoughts: Caroline Rhea stole the show when she was on. Baldwin at times needs to read the question more clearly on the first try. There have been some fairly big-name celebs on, like Christie Brinkley and Jason Alexander. But the show would certainly benefit from more "headliners," i.e. people who were closer to being superstars. The old series was similar in this regard, but now we're in primetime. I like the set overall, certainly a lot easier on the eyes than the current "Family Feud" set that totally lacks charm.

10-31-2021, 11:30 PM	#58
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,011	This is probably one of the last things he is focusing on right now, but do you think Baldwin will be back as "Match Game" host in wake of recent events?

11-03-2021, 05:45 PM	#60
AMackII Member Forum Star Join Date: Oct 23, 2015 Location: St. Louis Posts: 17,209	Baldwin’s Match Game Should either take a indefinite hiatus or have someone else to fill in him as Match Game Host on ABC