Deal or No Deal

Celebs Offer Conan Words of Wisdom for First 'Tonight Show'

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:17:34 GMT

After 16 years of filming Late Night with Conan O'Brien, tonight the redheaded funnyman begins his new gig as the host of The Tonight Show. He'll be joined by Will Ferrell, musical guest Pearl Jam, and will have former Late Night co-host Andy Richter by his side once more.

In anticipation of his Tonight debut, many of Conan's celebrity friends--including 30 Rock star Alec Baldwin, Apprentice host Donald Trump, and others--offered words of encouragement and advice to O'Brien, who will have all of America watching to see how he makes the gig his own.

As O'Brien recently told the New York Times, "There's an opportunity to put my stamp on this show. I've got an ego, and I want to do my Tonight Show."

Deal or No Deal Moves to Fridays with New Million Dollar Mission

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT

NBC brings back Deal or No Deal more than two weeks since its last episode aired. This time, however, the game show of odds and chance will be moving to Fridays with its new million dollar mission beginning October 3 at 9/8c.

Read on for to find out what's in store for Deal or No Deal's upcoming episode.

Howie Mandel Gets Star on Walk of Fame, Credits 'Deal or No Deal'

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 09:30:00 GMT

Howie Mandel is arguably one of today's most affable performers. Following six years on the critically acclaimed series St. Elsewhere, which catapulted him to national fame and earned him Emmy nominations, he found steady work in both film and television while continuing to work as a successful comedian. For this reason, he was given a star on the Hollywood of Walk of Fame on September 4.

While Mandel, who has been in the business for three decades, has an impressive roster of credits to his name, he significantly gives credit and recognition for his present hosting gig on Deal or No Deal.

'Deal or No Deal' First Millionaire Talks About Her Victory

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT

As previously hinted, Deal or No Deal celebrated its first million dollar winner last Monday. The first person in the show's history to win the top prize came in the form of Jessica Robinson, 27, from Sandee, Utah.

Robinson played during the Million Dollar Mission on the Deal or No Deal episode airing September 1. With five million dollar cases, she eliminated the first four quickly, putting even more pressure on her decision. The final three amounts on the board were $100,000, $200,000, and $1,000,000. She turned down a final bank offer of $561,000 and decided put it all on the line for the money. She kept her case, number 4, and won the million.

'Deal or No Deal' Spoilers: The First Million Dollar Winner

editor@buddytv.com — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:22:26 GMT

After the first three seasons, Deal or No Deal has never had a contestant win the million dollar top prize. The game is so simple and random that, after 246 episodes, the law of averages dictates that a few people would've won the million by now. Fifteen contestants have actually chosen the million dollar case, but they all took deals to give up their case.

In season 4, that's all about to change. Premiering last Monday, NBC has promised that this season, Deal or No Deal will have its first million dollar winner. If you want to know exactly when that first lucky contestant will get the grand prize so you know when to tune in, continue reading.

WARNING: DEAL OR NO DEAL SPOILERS AHEAD!!!

BuddyTV Fall 2008 Preview: Deal or No Deal

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:15 GMT

For exclusive on-set videos and hot features on the new TV season, check out BuddyTV's Fall 2008 Preview.

Network: NBC

Premiere: Monday, August 25, 8pm

Host: Howie Mandel

Premise: Contestants choose a briefcase with a monetary unit labeled inside. From there, they choose from a selection of numbered briefcases, each with different monetary values inside. After every round, more briefcases are unearthed, their monetary values discovered, and the banker offers the player a “deal,” which is essentially a buy out. Players have the option of eliminating all briefcases and then taking home the value labeled inside their own briefcase, but that almost never happens. It's a game that requires almost no skill.

'Deal or No Deal' Host Lands an Emmy Nomination, Set to Co-Host Awards Night

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:30:00 GMT

For the first time in the sixty years of existence, the Emmy Awards will be honoring five of the nation's most outstanding reality TV hosts. Among those nominees announced earlier this month are Ryan Seacrest for FOX's American Idol, Tom Bergeron for ABC's Dancing with the Stars, Howie Mandel for NBC's Deal or NO Deal, Heidi Klum for Bravo's Project Runway and Jeff Probst for CBS' Survivor. Aside from vying for the first ever Emmy for Outstanding Host For a Reality Or Reality-Competition Program, the nominees will be hosting the Emmy Awards night on September 21st at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles, marking the first time that a group of individuals under one nomination category will be hosting the show.

"We're excited by the addition of this new category, as it reflects the broad appeal of reality television, and think it will be one of the most competitive moments of the night," Senior Vice President for Alternative Series, Specials and Late Night, ABC Entertainment Vicki Dummer told Reality TV Website. "We're thrilled to see these hosts' roles and talent recognized, and look forward to watching them do what they do best on Emmy night."

Deal or No Deal: Season Finale Airs Tonight

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:00:00 GMT

NBC’s high stakes game show, Deal or No Deal, is wrapping up tonight with an $8-million game that will send viewers at the edge of their seats. On tonight’s episode, a Chicago real estate agent attempts to land the ultimate deal during multi-million dollar madness.

'Deal or No Deal' Kicks Off New Season with Auction

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:00:00 GMT

On September 18, immediately after the season premiere of Deal or No Deal, Clothes Off Our Back Foundation will auction off six dresses worn by the models of the NBC high stakes game show. This public sale will reportedly help raise money for children's charities.

Founded by actors and philanthropists Jane Kaczmarek (Malcolm In The Middle) and Bradley Whitford (The West Wing, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip), Clothes Off Our Back Foundation is an organization that hosts charity auctions showcasing today's hottest celebrity attire. Along with the assistance of celebrity and designer friends, the organization attempts to improve the lives of children across the globe.

'Deal or No Deal' Ups the Ante

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 GMT

NBC has decided to raise the stakes on Deal or No Deal as it continues with its multi-million dollar madness. Beginning on Tuesday, May 22 and ending on Tuesday, June 24, Deal or No Deal contestants will attempt to take fate in their own hands when they get to determine just how many $1 million cases they get to have on their board.

In this most prestigious multi-million dollar madness, host Howie Mandel lets each player in on a little secret with huge consequences: the number of $1 million cases can range from two all the way to 13. In order to choose this crucial and potentially life altering number, players are asked to stand in a clear cylinder and choose from among the many golden balls swirling around. As expected, each ball has a designated number inside that will determine how many additional million-dollar cases will be in play.

'Deal or No Deal' Stops by the Philippines on Tonight's Episode

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 05 May 2008 08:00:00 GMT

At present, there are at least 40 versions of Deal or No Deal that are produced worldwide, and most have variations in their rules, staging and game play. In attempt to come up with new ideas to keep the game show fresh, NBC has decided to visit and play on foreign-based production sets, starting off with the Philippines.

On tonight's episode, host Howie Mandel and contestants from the United States will be playing the game according to the rules of the Philippine version of Deal or No Deal.

President Bush's Guest Appearance Pulls Down Ratings for 'Deal or No Deal'

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:00:00 GMT

On Monday's episode of Deal or No Deal, President Bush made a guest appearance in support of an Iraq war veteran. Unfortunately, his presence didn't bring much luck to the contestant or the show.

Deal or No Deal, NBC's international high stakes game show of chance and odds, matched its lowest Monday rating ever despite the highly publicized visit by the 61-year-old commander-in-chief. The two-hour episode attracted 10 million viewers and only earned a 2.7 rating among adults 18-49 and a 7 share, which is 27 percent down from its prior season average.

'Deal or No Deal' Host Lands New NBC Series

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Howie Mandel, who currently hosts the international high stakes game show Deal or No Deal, is spinning back to his comedic roots as he stars and produces a new comedy series for NBC. The show, which is called Howie Do It, has been given a straight-to-series order, effectively bypassing the usual “make an expensive pilot” route to primetime that networks have relied upon in the past.

"I can't tell you how excited I am to be in business with NBC once again," Mandel said. "Working with them on Deal or No Deal continues to be a phenomenal experience."

'Deal or No Deal' To Air a Star Wars-Themed Episode

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Two contestants will need “The Force” with them when NBC airs a special Star Wars-themed episode of Deal or No Deal on April 28. This will be a treat for fans of the worldwide pop culture phenomenon given that the show will be transformed into a gilly of Star Wars characters and themes complete with models dressed as Imperial storm troopers.

In this two-hour "winner take all" episode, two contestants, Elyse McCrillis and Brad Flinchum, will battle against each other for a chance to win close to 2 million dollars. They will each play their own game and whoever has the highest amount at the end of his or her game will take home both winnings, leaving the other with nothing. Viewers will be thrilled to see how these contestants re-think their strategy. Will they play it safe or take the risk and go all the way in order to be the winner?

NBC Upfronts: Fall Schedule Announced, Mid-Season, New Series, Office Spin-off and More

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:01:54 GMT

There's a lot to take in here. NBC head Ben Silverman held a conference call today regarding NBC's upfronts. He went over the NBC Fall schedule, the new series that will premiere next season, what NBC's midseason will look like and which shows will return, when they will return and with how many episodes. NBC's big thing is that this schedule is a 52-week schedule, with staggered premiere dates and very few re-runs. Ben Silverman claimed that next season, NBC will premiere more series than any other network ever. That's probably true.

Casting Director Gives Tips for 'Deal or No Deal' Hopefuls

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 05:00:00 GMT

As reported recently, Deal or No Deal is holding casting calls in various areas of the county to look for potential contestants to participate in NBC's high stakes international game show of chance and odds. As expected, many hopefuls are now signing up for a chance to become a millionaire. Unfortunately, not everyone who waits in line will land a spot on the show.

According to Lucas Conklin, who serves as casting director of Deal or No Deal, he is looking for contestants that viewers will root for while watching the show.

Deal or No Deal: Also Looking for Contestants in Wisconsin

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

As reported previously, Deal or No Deal will be holding a casting call at Pearlridge Center Uptown in Honolulu, Hawaii on Saturday, March 29. At the same time, however, NBC's high stakes international game show of chance and odds will also be looking for potential contestants in Wisconsin.

Deal or No Deal's casting call in Wisconsin will kick off this Saturday at Hanes Mall in Salem from 10am to 8pm. Those who want to attend are expected to be there early since the line will be cut off no later than 4pm on Saturday. On the other hand, the early birds can already line up Friday afternoon, while those arriving before 9am Saturday will have to form a line outside the mall starting at the Food Court entrance.

Deal or No Deal: Holding Casting Call in Hawaii

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Fans of Deal or No Deal can finally try their luck at becoming a millionaire as NBC's high stakes international game show of chance and odds kicks off a nationwide search for contestant with an open casting call at Pearlridge Center Uptown in Honolulu, Hawaii on Saturday, March 29.

The casting call is expected to begin promptly at 10am, with all hopeful participants lined up by 1pm, which is the cutoff time for the casting. All those standing in line by 1pm will reportedly be guaranteed an interview.

'Deal or No Deal' Contestant Talks About Experience on the Show

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Chris Higdon didn't come home a millionaire, but he did manage to win an impressive $27,000 from the hit NBC game series, Deal or No Deal. Despite getting the five-figure prize money, Higdon admitted that there's very little he can recall about that special day.

“I don't remember anything that happened when we taped it,” Higdon told the Scranton Times-Tribune, referring to his Deal or No Deal episode, which was taped last October.

NBC Sued for Illegal Gambling on 'Deal or No Deal'

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Last week, an attorney based in Columbus, Georgia went before the state Supreme Court and argued that the NBC hit game show Deal or No Deal is host to a form of illegal gambling.

Jerry Buchanan, the attorney who filed a lawsuit against NBC, pointed out that a show segment called “The Lucky Case Game" is a form of illegal gambling. The segment allows viewers at home to send text messages to earn the chance to win big money. Each text costs 99 cents.

'Deal or No Deal' Going on World Tour

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 05:00:00 GMT

NBC's Deal or No Deal is heading out of California during May sweeps.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, the hit game show hosted by comedian Howie Mandel will be embarking on an around-the-world tour, bringing along with them millionaire wannabees from the United States. The show will drop by its local counterparts in Estonia, the Philippines and South Africa.

Million Dollar Mission Continues with 13 Cases Tonight on 'Deal or No Deal'

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 10:30:00 GMT

Could this be the end of the line for Deal or No Deal's Million Dollar Mission? We'll find out tonight when Katie Henslin of Forest Lake, Minnesota plays with 13 cases containing the coveted $1 million. Last week, we reported that despite its desire to enrich a lucky contestant by a cool million, Deal or No Deal producer, Scott St. John has stated unequivocally that they will not go beyond 13 briefcases.

Could this mean the end of the Million Dollar Mission? Or could this be a reversal of the traditional perception of 13 as an unlucky number? Can Minnesota's Henslin make it a lucky number for her? Find out in tonight's edition of Deal or No Deal.

How Far will the Million Dollar Mission Go on 'Deal or No Deal'?

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 10:30:00 GMT

Deal or No Deal's quest to give away $1 million continues tonight in another special, hour-and-a-half-long installment of the Million Dollar Mission. Kicking things up a notch from last Monday night's show, tonight's edition finds one Philadelphia native holding an unprecedented 11 $1 million cases.

To date, none of the 190-plus contestants in over 140 Deal or No Deal episodes has been able to bring home the $1 million grand prize. The closest anyone's ever come was the $750,000 Michele Falco of New York bagged in a special $6 million game. Apart from that, no one in the show's three seasons has even breached the half million mark.

Special 90-Minute Episode Tonight on 'Deal or No Deal'

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 10:30:00 GMT

The Million Dollar Mission continues tonight in a special 90-minute installment of NBC's Deal or No Deal. In tonight's episode, an Arizona woman goes head to head with the Banker for a shot at $1 million.

Deal or No Deal returns tonight, still fresh from last week's outstanding numbers that saw the game show in the top 10 list of shows with the greatest overall viewership.

Howie Mandel to Promote 'Deal or No Deal' Syndicated Edition

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 11:30:00 GMT

Deal or No Deal host, Howie Mandel, is scheduled to drop by at the National Association of Television Program Executives or NATPE's Annual Conference & Exhibition this year. This year's edition kicked off yesterday and is scheduled to run until Thursday, January 31, at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas.

Mandel will be on hand to promote NBC Universal's syndicated version of Deal or No Deal, which is slated to get off the ground soon.

NBC Picks Up New Show from 'Deal or No Deal' Producers

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 06:00:00 GMT

From the producers of Deal or No Deal comes yet another series that dares viewers to run off and join the circus with its American version of the international hit series Celebrity Circus. The new show has been added to NBC's “All-American Summer” lineup that is expected to provide momentum leading into the network's exclusive coverage of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing.

Unlike Deal or No Deal, a high stakes international game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire, Celebrity Circus is a live competition series that invites celebrities to participate alongside avant-garde professional circus troupes in a visually arresting format.