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SMAP×SMAP 1996

Status
Returning Series
First Aired
April 15, 1996
Last Aired
December 27, 2004
Format
21 seasons · 420 eps
Total Runtime
~378 hours (54 min/ep)
Essential Runtime
~376.2 hours (skips filler)
Networks
Fuji TV, Kansai TV
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What is SMAP×SMAP?

SMAP×SMAP is a Japanese television series hosted by the boy band SMAP that debuted on April 15, 1996, and aired until December 26, 2016. The weekly variety show was produced by Kansai TV and Fuji TV, and aired on Fuji TV from 22:00 to 22:54 every Monday.

Type
TV series
Year
1996
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
420
Runtime
54 minutes
First aired
Apr 15, 1996
Last aired
Dec 27, 2004
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
Fuji TV, Kansai TV
Genres
Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 8.5/10 from 2 votes
Format
21 seasons · 420 episodes
Episode runtime
~54 minutes
Status
Returning Series
Networks
Fuji TV, Kansai TV
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SMAP×SMAP is a Japanese television series hosted by the boy band SMAP that debuted on April 15, 1996, and aired until December 26, 2016. The weekly variety show was produced by Kansai TV and Fuji TV, and aired on Fuji TV from 22:00 to 22:54 every Monday. The series starred the members of SMAP, which was composed of Masahiro Nakai, Takuya Kimura, and Goro. The show's usual ratings were higher than 20 percent. Each episode typically began with a variety of skits, comedic performances, and games. These were followed by Bistro SMAP, a cooking-themed interview segment in which the members competed against each other to impress celebrity judges with their gourmet cooking. The final segment featured a musical performance by SMAP, which could include celebrity guests.

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“Experience the iconic weekly Japanese variety show hosted by the legendary boy band SMAP.”

Reasons to watch
  • Features a variety of comedy skits, performances, and games in every episode.
  • Includes Bistro SMAP, where members compete to impress celebrity judges with gourmet cooking.
  • Concludes with musical performances featuring SMAP and celebrity guests.
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  • Specific streaming availability or platforms are not mentioned in the provided material.

Watch it if you enjoy classic Japanese variety television starring the members of SMAP.

The tone is comedic and entertaining, airing weekly on Mondays with episodes lasting fifty-four minutes.

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Where can I stream SMAPxSMAP?

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Is SMAPxSMAP worth watching?

The show achieved high ratings exceeding 20 percent and offers a mix of comedy skits, cooking competitions, and musical performances.

What is the binge duration of SMAPxSMAP?

The series ran weekly from April 15, 1996, until December 26, 2016, with each episode airing from 22:00 to 22:54.

What are the essential episodes or segments?

Every episode typically includes comedy skits, games, the Bistro SMAP cooking segment, and a closing musical performance.

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