$ale of the Century [NBC]: Episode 19

[palmer7]

1. What's the first letter in the capital city of California?
(buzzcode: 69)
*Michael buzzes in (75)*
Michael?
Michael: S
(correct)
For Sacramento. Right for another $5, going to $50.



Michael: $50
Jon: $100
Matt: $56


2. In what month would you traditionally celebrate Hanukkah?
(buzzcode: 65)
*Jon buzzes in (30)*
Jon?
Jon: December
(the phone rings, I answer it) Hello? We would've accepted November as well? OK, thank you. (I hang up) You're right.
(correct)


Michael: $50
Jon: $105
Matt: $56



3. The U.S. Individual Income Tax Return is better known as Form what number?
(buzzcode: 49)
*Jon buzzes in (49)*
Jon again.
Jon: Form 1040
(correct)



Michael: $50
Jon: $110
Matt: $56


4. Complete this verse of a classic TV theme song.




He just keeps on movin',
Ladies keep improvin'
Every day is better than the last.
New dreams and better scenes,







(buzzcode: 34)
*Michael buzzes in (93)*
Take it, Michael!
Michael: (singing) And best of all, I don't pay property tax.
(correct)
From BJ and the Bear! You're right for another $5!





Michael: $55
Jon: $110
Matt: $56





(Fame Game later)

[palmer7]

[FAME GAME]


Well, if any of you want a chance to catch up with Jon, you might need that $25 Money Card that's going up there. The $15 is still there. We're looking for a famous thing.


I am a TV show whose format originated in The Netherlands. Many other countries have adapted me and began airing their own versions since 2011. I am a reality competition series. I am unique in that I focus on singing ability and prowess of an artist alone. My format has four stages of competition. One of the cornerstones of me is the social media participation via Twitter, Facebook and the especially designed platform "connect." Since my inception, I have produced 107 winners.


(buzzcode and answer, or pass... you know the rest)

[palmer7]

(buzzcode: 87)
*Matt buzzes in (72)*
Matt?
Matt: The Voice
And you are right! (audience cheers) It is The Voice.



Matt, you've got a chance to really pick some money up with this pick. We've got two big Money Cards up there. Which number do you want?

[mringgenberg]

4

[tmann3x]

[palmer7]

(#4 digitally spins to reveal....)


["COOL ECHO"]






Johnny: (VO) And behind #4 we have headphones. Winner of the EISA Award, these reference-grade headphones are hand-assembled in Germany with an innovative transducer that yields the powerful bass response audiophiles expect while eschewing the sonic distortion typical of lesser models. The luxuriously plush circum-aural earpads are handcrafted from high-quality microfiber for comfortable, nearly imperceptible wear while the connecting headband incorporates a sonic damping element. From Hammacher Schlemmer.


(cheers and applause)


Greg: Those are very nice, and are worth $1,500. Where were the rest of the money cards tonight, Stace?

[tmann3x]

[palmer7]

Stacey: The Wild Card was behind #5, the $15 behind #7, and the $25 was behind #9.




Greg: Thank you, Stacey. Well, we finish up the game with the Century Round. 10 questions, each one worth $10 plus or minus. May I get 10 questions on the clock, please?



Michael: $55
Jon: $110
Matt: $56

  [10]



And it is Jon at $110, Matt at $56, and Michael at $55. If Jon wins, he could potentially have a choice of prizes. Matt has enough for the trip, but needs at least 5 more correct answers here to get the electric car. A lot to play for. Good luck as we begin the Century Round..... now.



1. What continent is part of both the eastern and western hemispheres?
2. What actress began life as Demetria Gene Guynes?
3. What Moonlighting star was her second husband?
4. What war gave the U.S. control over Guam, the Phillipines, and Puerto Rico?
5. What team won its 24th Stanley Cup in the 100th Anniversary year of the trophy?
6. What is the "e" short for in "e-mail"?
7. According to the proverb, "beggars can't be" what?
8. What test was introduced at the 1968 Olympic Winter Games in Grenoble?
9. What legendary bird was said to burn itself and rise from the ashes?
10. What sport is governed by the USGA?



(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. What continent is part of both the eastern and western hemispheres?
(buzzcode: 83)
*Matt buzzes in (78)*
Matt?
Matt: Asia
Wrong!



Michael: $55
Jon: $110
Matt: $46

  [9]


2. What actress began life as Demetria Gene Guynes?
(buzzcode: 74)
*Matt buzzes in (94)*
Matt again.
Matt: Demi Moore
Right!



Michael: $55
Jon: $110
Matt: $56

  [8]


3. What Moonlighting star was her second husband?
(buzzcode: 42)
*Jon buzzes in (43)*
Jon?
Jon: Bruce Willis
Right!



Michael: $55
Jon: $120
Matt: $56

  [7]




4. What war gave the U.S. control over Guam, the Phillipines, and Puerto Rico?
(buzzcode: 59)
*Jon buzzes in (51)*
Jon.
Jon: Spanish-American War
Right!


Michael: $55
Jon: $130
Matt: $56

  [6]



5. What team won its 24th Stanley Cup in the 100th Anniversary year of the trophy?
(buzzcode: 35)
*Jon buzzes in (10)*
Jon again.
Jon: Montreal Canadiens?
Right!


Michael: $55
Jon: $140
Matt: $56

  [5]



6. What is the "e" short for in "e-mail"?
(buzzcode: 96)
*Matt buzzes in (77)*
Matt?
Matt: Electronic
Right!



Michael: $55
Jon: $140
Matt: $66

  [4]



7. According to the proverb, "beggars can't be" what?
(buzzcode: 64)
*Jon buzzes in (53)*
Jon?
Jon: Choosers
Right!


Michael: $55
Jon: $150
Matt: $66

  [3]




8. What test was introduced at the 1968 Olympic Winter Games in Grenoble?
(buzzcode: 11)
*Michael buzzes in (13)*
Michael?
Michael: a drug test
Stop the clock! (the phone rings, I answer it) Mmm hmm, mmm hmm, all right. (I hang up) Michael, you are correct. 1968 marked the first time the International Olympic Committee ever ordered drug and gender testing of competitors. "Sex test" is what I have on my card. We'll give you the money for that.



Michael: $65
Jon: $150
Matt: $66

  [2]



Reviewing the scores, Michael at $65, Matt at $66, but Jon at a whopping $150. I'm halfway tempted to throw the cards away, but that wouldn't be kosher. There are two questions left on the clock as we restart the clock.... now!



9. What legendary bird was said to burn itself and rise from the ashes?
(buzzcode: 71)
*Jon buzzes in (51)*
Jon?
Jon: A Phoenix
Right!


Michael: $65
Jon: $160
Matt: $66

  [1]



10. What sport is governed by the USGA?
(buzzcode: 43)
*Matt buzzes in (33)*
Matt?
Matt: Golf
Right!



Michael: $65
Jon: $160
Matt: $76

  [0]



(time's up)

But time's up and Jon is the winner!


(win cue)
(cheers and applause)
(BGM music)



First off, let's go over the incorrect answer. What continent is part of both the eastern and western hemispheres? Antarctica. That's what we were looking for. First off, Jon. Congratulations to you. That was a huge win and well deserved. We'll come back to you in a moment.



Matt, you inherited quite a bit from Evan, who left us. You have $23,276 in cash (counting the $76 in front of you), a camcorder, a drone, and headphones. All together, you're leaving us with an impressive....


$29,915


(cheers and applause)


Not bad work for being an alternate, eh?

[mringgenberg]

Not bad.

[palmer7]

Not bad at all. Thank you for playing, Matt, and good luck to you. (cheers and applause)


Michael, you came in here and won yourself $65. That ought to cover your cable bill, I would think. We'll make sure to throw in some parting gifts as well, plus our thanks for playing. Good luck in finding a job. (cheers and applause)


But Jon Darrall takes the win tonight, and now, if you'll follow me, let's go shopping!


(1989-99 Let's Go Shopping cue plays as Jon gets up from his seat and joins me by the doors, which open to reveal the showroom)
(cheers and applause)


Jon, that Random Cash in CashCard really helped you out. However, I'm sure millions of people watching want to find out your impressions of the game. What are they?

[palmer7]

He doesn't want to share them. Fair enough. Jon, you won with $160. That's more than enough to buy this!


(flute music from 1985)
(a moon lowers as Shannon rides down on it, she's greeted by Mitch who hands her money)


Johnny: (VO) Here's the shopping spree of the century! Indulge yourself with a fantasy trip to all of your favorite stores. Make your dreams come true! If you want it, it's yours! This luxurious treat normally priced at....


$5,000


Johnny: (VO) Yours on $ale of the Century for only....


$85



(cheers and applause)



Greg: And what that amounts to, Jon, is if you say yes and give me $85, I will give you $5,000 in cash. Then, you would leave us. However, you're only $15 away from Zoltar, worth $9,000. You're only $100 and a win away from the trip to Dubai. But allow me to intrigue you further. For $335, or just another $175 and the win, you could take the electric car home with you. That's worth $36,000. Also, we have some bad news regarding one of the prizes. The 18K yellow gold oval cut emerald ring with sidestones worth $39,952 and priced at $445 is no longer available. So, should you decide to win on and buy that, you would get the value of the ring in cash. Of course, if you have trouble making up your mind, get to $750 and we'll give you all the prizes, plus this!



(1982-99 Cash Jackpot cue plays as the Cash Jackpot sign lowers)


Johnny: (VO) Tonight's $ale of the Century cash jackpot is worth....


$340,000


(cheers and applause)


Greg: That's a total of $549,830 in cash and prizes. And for $875, you'd get all the prizes, the cash jackpot, and this!






William: Hi, I'm William Devane. Jon, for $875 you'll win not only the cash jackpot and all these prizes, but you'll also win half-a-million dollars in gold and silver from Rosland Capital. You'll get an entire collection of the finest gold and silver you can invest in, including....





100 troy ounce Royal Canadian Mint silver bars....





and South African Kugerrands. While the value of the US dollar drops, gold has long served as a hedge against inflation and has performed well in uncertain economic circumstances. This is your chance to cash in, and it can all be yours for just $875. Good luck, Jon.




(cheers and applause)


$1,049,830

Greg: That's worth $1,049,830 in total cash and prizes for just $875. Are you letting all of this sink in, Jon?

[jmdarrall]

Definitely, Greg, and it all looks great.

[palmer7]

Yes, it does. But right now, let's look at the situation at hand. You have $160 in your bank, I have $5,000 in cold hard cash. You can either take the five-grand and run, or put your money in the bank, needing only $15 and the win for Zoltar and $100 and the win for the trip to Dubai. What will you do? We'll have your decision in a moment.


(drumroll as I lightly toss the $5,000 stack in my hand)
(fade to commercial)


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(fade in)


Jon Darrall, you have $160 in your bank. As I said before, I have $5,000 in cash. You can either take that money and leave, or play on and try to keep winning. If you play as well as you did tonight, you could have a choice of prizes tomorrow night. What is your decision?

[jmdarrall]

I have my heart set on Dubai, at the very least. I'm playing on.

[palmer7]

(horn fanfare plays as we shake hands on it) Good choice, I say. Great choice. We'll add another $5,000 to the cash jackpot, it's up to $345,000. That is a lot of money. Will Jon go to Dubai? Find out tomorrow night. Two new challengers next time on $ale of the Century. Keep smiling, and bye for now! (I give the Dick Clark Salute)




[MAIN THEME]
[CHEERS AND APPLAUSE]











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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED











Johnny: (VO) Tonight's departing contestants will receive....


From Oneida Silversmiths, elegant stainless serving trays in the Golden Royal Chippendale pattern, and a beautiful set of steak knives. From Oneida Silversmiths.


Golden Sun silk protein and mink oil shampoos, conditioners, and lotions. For the luxury of mink and the feeling of silk, ask for Golden Sun.


A supply of Fla-Vor-Aid. Makes you glad you're thirsty. Regular or pre-sweetened with 100% NutriSweet. Assorted delicious flavors, one package makes two quarts. Fla-Vor-Aid.


The Vivitar 320Z compact auto-focus camera, with built-in power zoom lens. Beautiful 35mm pictures from scenes to portraits. From Vivitar.


A crystal punch bowl and low calorie Lemon Tree lemonade flavor drink mix. Delicious lemonade taste without all the calories. Low calorie Lemon Tree, from Lipton.


Franklin's amazing Wordmaster. Electronic speller, thesaurus, and game player with a half-a-million synonyms from Merriam-Webster. Franklin, innovator in electronic reference.


Plus, all of our contestants and some members of our studio audience will receive a copy of our home game from Hasbro, a diamond stick pen from Germani Jewelers, and $25 in Facebook credits for which they might spend on the new $ale of the Century Facebook game, with thousands of questions and hours of exciting game play. From Ludia, a FremantleMedia company.




*Due to an emergency, a contestant was replaced and the program edited.
























CAMERON AND SONS




HAMMACHER SCHLEMMER



DJI



THE WESTIN ST. JOHN



DELTA VACATIONS



LE ROYAL MERIDIAN BEACH RESORT AND SPA



DELTA VACATIONS



PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING




GERMANI JEWELLERS




ROSLAND CAPITAL













ONEIDA SILVERSMITHS



GOLDEN SUN, INC.



JEL SERT COMPANY



VIVITAR




PEPSICO



FRANKLIN COVEY



HASBRO



LUDIA GAMES/FREMANTLE MEDIA















In the event of the unavailability or price increase of any prize, producer reserves the right to substitute cash or prizes equivalent to the announced price of such prize.















PARTS OF SALE OF THE CENTURY NOT AFFECTING THE OUTCOME OF THE CONTEST HAVE BEEN EDITED





SOURCE INFORMATION FOR SOME QUESTIONS FURNISHED BY:





























Greg Palmer's Wardrobe Furnished by:
HAUTE RIVE














William Devane's Wardrobe Furnished by:
MICHAEL NOVARESE
A Division of Ratner Clothes




















Stacey Wren's Wardrobe Furnished by:
VICTORIA LOSTES












Some Models' Wardrobe Furnished by:
KEITH MATHESON
BLAZER
ZIMMERMANN
PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL





Shoes by:
AQUILA
FRANCO BURRONE





















Johnny: (VO) All prices are Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Value and are correct at the time of recording. This is Johnny Gilbert speaking.







Executive Producers
ROBERT NOAH
ANDREW BROOKE
KAREN GREENE





Produced by
NICHOLAS J. BRANDT
KAREN BENTLEY





Co-Producer
STEVE MARSHALL





Associate Producers
ISAAC MAYO
JANET HOWE




Creative Consultants
GLENN RIDGE
TONY BARBER
JIM PERRY



Directed by
CRAIG COSTER



Art Directors
BENTE CHRISTENSON
MOLLY JOSEPH
JOHN IVO GILLES
RUDY JOOSTEN
MAL NICOLS



Writers
PATTIE ANGEROSA
DEBBIE HALPERN
LOIS CLARK
BILL BARR







Production Staff
SEAN PERRY
GINA BUCCOLA
STUART BAILEY
JERITA INGLE
BOB MULLEN
PATTI CARPENTER
PAULA CATANIA
MINDY CHESS
DEB CONNER
KATHY FREEMAN
KATHY SAUER


Production Manager
ROGER PETERSON

Assistant to the Producers
FRAN SCHWAB

Contestant Coordinators
NORMAN BERGER
DONNA JEAN STEINES
MICHAEL BALLARD
ELLIE BENDES

Editorial Staff
SUSAN LEVY
ARNOLD MEISSNER
CLAIRE TRAZENFELD

Research
MIKE REVELL

Senior Unit Manager
FRAN CALDERONE

Unit Manager
FRANCES ZALAWONKA

Lighting Director
KIRK WITHERSPOON

Audio
BILL LEVITSKY

Video
LES SHAW


Costume Designer
MARY VOGT



Music Coordinator
BRUCE BROUGHTON


Main Theme
JACK GRIMSLEY


Arranged by
ALAN DEAK



Merchandising Director
FRANK BLUESTEIN


Technical Manager
STAN BLITZ



Manager, Staging Services
GUY CARUSO


Property Master
DON McREYNOLDS


Stage Manager
CORY CARSON




Announcer
JOHNNY GILBERT







Taped at
SUNSET BRONSON STUDIOS
Hollywood, CA







Executive in Charge of Production
MICHAEL WHYTE

[palmer7]

This is ready to enter the archive.