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Calendar Countdown (Pilot)
Countdown to Countdown
Pilot episode of the now classic words and numbers game. Richard Whiteley introduces this brand-new quiz programme then hands over to Ted Moult, who tells us the rules of the game. The contestants are Mrs Joyce Canfield, Alec Buchanan and Christine Jones who are given 45 seconds to solve the puzzles.
Often a staple of the television schedules, quiz and game shows have always been popular with viewers. Formats and themes of quiz and game shows have changed over time; from the educational and cerebral to tests of physical and mental strength.
Far from trivial, game shows can give us an insight into what was regarded as general knowledge at the time. These are episodes filled with once-familiar faces offering prizes reflecting the then latest sought-after consumer goods. Enjoy this selection of some familiar and lesser known TV game and quiz shows over the years.
Get ready to play along and pit your wits against players of the past!
