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howilu · 12-19-2005, 11:37 AM

Does anyone remember these syndicated game shows that aired in the late 60s?

Beat the Odds: A word game hosted by long-time game show announcer Johnny Gilbert where contestants identified words according to a device that showed the first and last letters and the number of letters required while trying to avoid point reclaimer Mr. Whammie.

Fast Draw: Another Johnny Gilbert hosted show where two teams, comprised of a celebrity and a civilian, drew clues to a person, place or thing. An early version of Win, Lose or Draw,

Matches 'n' Mates: Art James hosted this show where two couples matched questions to hidden answers, which led to a clue to another hidden item.

Pay Cards!: After the cancellation of Matches 'n' Mates, Art James went on to host Pay Cards! a game based on poker. Three contestants (including a guest celebrity) attempted to make the highest five card hand from a 20 card gameboard. Even the show, like the other three lasted one season, Pay Cards! had a long run in Canada with a different host, Paul Hanover and returned to syndication in 1981 under the title Super Pay Cards. James returned to host and he was assisted by Mary Lou Basaraba. This version was produced in Montreal.

Ireneparalegal · 12-19-2005, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by howilu

Does anyone remember these syndicated game shows that aired in the late 60s?

Beat the Odds: A word game hosted by long-time game show announcer Johnny Gilbert where contestants identified words according to a device that showed the first and last letters and the number of letters required while trying to avoid point reclaimer Mr. Whammie.

Fast Draw: Another Johnny Gilbert hosted show where two teams, comprised of a celebrity and a civilian, drew clues to a person, place or thing. An early version of Win, Lose or Draw,

Matches 'n' Mates: Art James hosted this show where two couples matched questions to hidden answers, which led to a clue to another hidden item.

Pay Cards!: After the cancellation of Matches 'n' Mates, Art James went on to host Pay Cards! a game based on poker. Three contestants (including a guest celebrity) attempted to make the highest five card hand from a 20 card gameboard. Even the show, like the other three lasted one season, Pay Cards! had a long run in Canada with a different host, Paul Hanover and returned to syndication in 1981 under the title Super Pay Cards. James returned to host and he was assisted by Mary Lou Basaraba. This version was produced in Montreal.

No, sorry to say. I was too young.

I remember the original Concentration.
I loved a show called Treasure Hunt and it was hosted by Geoff Edwards and the contestant had to go and pick a "present" out of 30 presents i believe and the host would look inside and tease the contestant. The grand prize was the cash prize, I think it was $10,000 dollars. Pennies nowadays!

12-19-2005, 11:37 AM	#1
howilu Member Senior Member Join Date: Apr 20, 2003 Location: St. Louis Park, MN Posts: 1,963	Anyone Remember These Syndicated Game Shows? Does anyone remember these syndicated game shows that aired in the late 60s? Beat the Odds: A word game hosted by long-time game show announcer Johnny Gilbert where contestants identified words according to a device that showed the first and last letters and the number of letters required while trying to avoid point reclaimer Mr. Whammie. Fast Draw: Another Johnny Gilbert hosted show where two teams, comprised of a celebrity and a civilian, drew clues to a person, place or thing. An early version of Win, Lose or Draw, Matches 'n' Mates: Art James hosted this show where two couples matched questions to hidden answers, which led to a clue to another hidden item. Pay Cards!: After the cancellation of Matches 'n' Mates, Art James went on to host Pay Cards! a game based on poker. Three contestants (including a guest celebrity) attempted to make the highest five card hand from a 20 card gameboard. Even the show, like the other three lasted one season, Pay Cards! had a long run in Canada with a different host, Paul Hanover and returned to syndication in 1981 under the title Super Pay Cards. James returned to host and he was assisted by Mary Lou Basaraba. This version was produced in Montreal.