NBC Schedules New Game Show

UNIVERSAL CITY: NBC has announced plans for a new family-friendly game show, Perfect 10—executive produced by former NBC executive Craig Plestis and Identity‘s Tim Puntillo—that will be launched as a format to the international market at MIPCOM next week.

The in-studio game show, which is being produced by Universal Media Studios and Friday TV, features 10 simple games that contestants must complete under pressure in a bid to win $1 million. Before the series begins production for television, 50 games will be introduced on nbc.com as well as through on-air promotions. All 50 games can be tested at home prior to tryouts and the official rules of the contests are posted on the show’s website.

Paul Telegdy, the executive VP of alternative programming at NBC and Universal Media Studios, said "Perfect 10 features easy-to-replicate challenges that the audience can play and practice at home. These fun and unique games will entertain and engage even when the show isn’t on TV."

Yvonne Pilkington, the VP of format sales for international television productions at NBC Universal, added: "This new show creates a new kind of intuitive gaming challenge that has rarely been seen on television before. However, like all the best format ideas it is incredibly simple and relatable. It also represents NBCU’s international focus in expanding our global business profile and integrates perfectly with our projected growth strategy. We’re delighted to be launching the format at MIPCOM next week."