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Wheel of Fortune 1981

Status
Ended
First Aired
July 21, 1981
Last Aired
July 13, 1983
Format
4 seasons · 468 eps
Total Runtime
~195 hours (25 min/ep)
Created By
Merv Griffin
Networks
Nine Network, Seven Network
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What is Wheel of Fortune?

Wheel of Fortune is an Australian television game show produced by Grundy Television. The program aired on the Seven Network from 1981 to 2004, and again from November 2005 to July 2006.

Type
TV series
Year
1981
Status
Ended
Episodes
468
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Jul 21, 1981
Last aired
Jul 13, 1983
Original language
EN
Origin
AU
Networks
Nine Network, Seven Network
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 9.0/10 from 1 votes
Format
4 seasons · 468 episodes
Episode runtime
~25 minutes
Status
Ended
Networks
Nine Network, Seven Network
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Overview

Wheel of Fortune is an Australian television game show produced by Grundy Television. The program aired on the Seven Network from 1981 to 2004, and again from November 2005 to July 2006. The series is mostly based on the same general format as the original American version of the program. After the original run of Wheel of Fortune ended, the format was revived by the Nine Network in 2008 under the title Million Dollar Wheel of Fortune. That revival was cancelled in June 2008 due to low ratings following arguments from long-time host John Burgess concerning why he did not like the show. An earlier unrelated show also titled Wheel of Fortune had also existed.

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“Contestants spin a wheel and solve puzzles to win prizes.”

Reasons to watch
  • Timeless puzzle-solving fun
  • Iconic hosting duo
  • Simple and engaging format
Keep in mind
  • Repetitive gameplay
  • Dated presentation

You enjoy classic game shows with straightforward puzzle challenges.

Suitable for all ages with mild suspense and wholesome rewards.

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Frequently asked questions

Who hosts the show?

The American version features Pat Sajak and Vanna White as the main hosts.

How do contestants win?

By solving word puzzles and spinning the wheel to earn cash and prizes.

Is this the original Wheel of Fortune?

No, an earlier unrelated show with the same title aired before this version.

What network aired this series?

The Seven Network aired the Australian version from 1981 to 2004.

Are there bonus rounds?

Yes, top scorers advance to a bonus round for greater rewards.

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