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Hollywood Squares 1966

★ 7.7/10 · 12 votes TV-G ComedyRealityFamily 1 seasons · 68 eps Ended
Where to watch: Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel
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What is Hollywood Squares?

"Hollywood Squares" is an American panel game show. The program features a unique format where two contestants compete against each other in a game of tic-tac-toe to win cash and prizes.

Type
TV series
Year
1966
Status
Ended
Episodes
68
Runtime
30 minutes
First aired
Oct 17, 1966
Last aired
Jan 20, 1967
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC, Syndication
Genres
Comedy, Reality, Family
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Overview

"Hollywood Squares" is an American panel game show. The program features a unique format where two contestants compete against each other in a game of tic-tac-toe to win cash and prizes. The game is played on a 3 × 3 vertical stack of open-faced cubes, each occupied by a celebrity seated at a desk. The celebrities are asked questions by the host, who is referred to as the "Square-Master." The contestants then judge the accuracy of the celebrities' responses. The show's format serves as the backdrop for comedic elements, which often arise from joke answers provided by the celebrities.

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“Contestants play tic-tac-toe on a giant board while celebrities answer questions with comedy.”

Reasons to watch
  • features celebrity panelists
  • combines a classic game with comedy
Keep in mind
  • relies on comedy answers alongside real ones

Watch it if you enjoy panel game shows featuring celebrity guests and comedy.

The show is rated TV-G and is suitable for family viewing.

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Season 1 · 68 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is Hollywood Squares?

Hollywood Squares is an American panel game show where two contestants play tic-tac-toe to win cash and prizes.

How does the game board work?

The board is a 3 by 3 vertical stack of open-faced cubes, each occupied by a celebrity.

What do the contestants do?

Contestants judge the veracity of the answers given by the celebrities to win the game.

What is the role of the host?

The host, or Square-Master, asks the stars questions during the show.

What genres does the show belong to?

The series falls under comedy, reality, and family genres.