In Memory of a Dangerous Mind
by yrnej | created - 29 Mar 2017 | updated - 09 Jul 2018 | PublicGame show innovator Chuck Barris passed away in 2017. Known for his crazy show ideas and even crazier stage presence, Barris was introduced to a whole new generation via the 2002 film adaptation of his biography, Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002), starring Sam Rockwell.
Which of Barris's biggest game shows is the most memorable for you?
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1. The Dating Game (1965–1986)
TV-PG | 30 min | Game-Show, Romance
Three out-of-view contestants of the opposite sex are asked prepared questions, snappy answers for which will lead to the selection of one, with the prize being a chaperoned date.
Stars: Jim Lange, Johnny Jacobs, Anna Marlowe, Lee Majors
Votes: 424
2. The Newlywed Game (1966–1974)
TV-PG | 30 min | Game-Show
Married couples compete to see how much they really know about each other.
Stars: Bob Eubanks, Johnny Jacobs, James Farentino, Michele Lee
Votes: 597
3. The Gong Show (1976–1980)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Game-Show
Amateur talent contest judged by three celebrities.
Stars: Chuck Barris, Trixie Dejonge, Gary Owens, Rocky Bonifield
Votes: 863
4. Dream Girl of '67 (1966–1967)
TV-14 | 25 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
This Chuck Barris new entry had 3 Hosts, 3 Hostesses and 1 sub-host for a week presided over the daily all-year-long beauty pageant. The Host will introduce the girls aged from 18 to 27 ... See full summary »
Stars: Johnny Jacobs, Karen Valentine, Dick Stewart, Paul Petersen
Votes: 33
I'm more familiar with one of Barris's other shows like The New Treasure Hunt, 3's a Crowd and The $1.98 Beauty Show
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