The $1.98 Beauty Show 1978
What is The $1.98 Beauty Show?
The $1.98 Beauty Show is a television series first released in 1978.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1978
- First aired
- Sep 4, 1978
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 9.3/10
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The $1.98 Beauty Show is a television series first released in 1978.
Should you watch it?
“A tongue‑in‑cheek game show parodying beauty contests.”
- Parody of beauty pageants
- Hosted by flamboyant Rip Taylor
- Created by Chuck Barris
- Short two‑year run
- Production style reflects late‑1970s era
Watch it if you enjoy offbeat game shows that spoof traditional beauty contests.
Rated TV‑PG, suitable for general audiences though its humor reflects its 1970s origins.
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What is the premise of The $1.98 Beauty Show?
Six female contestants compete for the title of “$1.98 Beauty Queen” in a parody of beauty contests.
Who hosted the series?
The show was hosted by comedian and entertainer Rip Taylor.
When did the series air?
It aired in syndication from September 1978 to September 1980.
Who created and produced the show?
Chuck Barris created the series and served as executive producer, while Johnny Jacobs was the announcer.
What is the show’s rating?
The series carries a TV‑PG rating.
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