Wheel of Fortune 1988
What is Wheel of Fortune?
Wheel of Fortune is a television series first released in 1988. Produced and broadcast by ITV1.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 156
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 19, 1988
- Networks
- ITV1
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 156 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Wheel of Fortune is a television series first released in 1988. Produced and broadcast by ITV1. Current status: Returning Series. Spans 14 seasons and 156 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“Spinning a giant wheel, contestants race to solve word puzzles for cash and prizes.”
- Engaging word‑puzzle challenges
- Exciting wheel spins determine big prizes
- Repetitive format may feel familiar to fans of the US version
Watch it if you enjoy fast‑paced puzzle games and the thrill of chance.
The show is family‑friendly, with light competition and no mature content.
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What is the basic premise of Wheel of Fortune (1988)?
Contestants solve word puzzles similar to Hangman, spinning a giant wheel to earn cash and prizes.
Who created the British version of Wheel of Fortune?
The show was created by American television producer Merv Griffin.
When did the series originally air?
It aired from 19 July 1988 until 21 December 2001.
Which company produced the programme for ITV?
Scottish Television produced the series for the ITV network.
How does the gameplay compare to the U.S. version?
It follows the same general format as the original U.S. version, featuring a wheel spin and word puzzles.
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