$ALE OF THE CENTURY [NBC]: Episode 58 (Greg Returns)

[palmer7]

Burton: (VO) And behind #9 we have a $2,500 iTunes gift card!

(cheers and applause)


Greg: 'Nuff said. That's a great prize, Steven. Yours to keep regardless of how well you do here. Got a pretty close match as far as the co-champs are concerned. Kevin at least looks like a baller. We'll be right back after these important messages. Don't believe me? Just watch! OW!


(I get down to the "Uptown Funk" instrumental)
(cheers and applause)
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Greg: One of the advantages of taping here at 20th Century Fox Studios is that, as an audience member, you get to see more of Hollywood than you would anywhere else. So, we invite you to go to NBC.com/tickets and join us. Now, back to the match.




Evan: $30
Kevin: $22
Steven: $35



Steven leads by $5 over Evan, and Kevin..... is at $22 but looks absolutely fly! Back to the questions.


1. What woodwind instrument is sometimes called a "licorice stick"?
2. In Britain, what kind of meat comes in rashers?
3. What serial killer struck in London in 1888?
4. What media personality was recently announced as the new co-host of Live with Kelly?
5. The Battle of Midway occurred in the Pacific Ocean during what war?


(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. What woodwind instrument is sometimes called a "licorice stick"?
(buzzcode: 42)
*Kevin buzzes in (56)*
Kevin?
Kevin: Clarinet
That's right, and you move up to $27.
(ding)



Evan: $30
Kevin: $27
Steven: $35





2. In Britain, what kind of meat comes in rashers?
(buzzcode: 40)
*Evan buzzes in (42)*
Evan?
Evan: Bacon
Right you are, you go to $35.
(ding)



Evan: $35
Kevin: $27
Steven: $35




3. What serial killer struck in London in 1888?
(buzzcode: 30)
*Steven buzzes in (32)*
Steven?
Steven: Jack The Ripper
Exactly right, you move to $40.
(ding)



Evan: $35
Kevin: $27
Steven: $40



4. What media personality was recently announced as the new co-host of Live with Kelly?
(buzzcode: 37)
*Evan buzzes in (27)*
Evan?
Evan: Ryan Seacrest
And he's still hosting AT40. You're right, and are in a tie again.
(ding)



Evan: $40
Kevin: $27
Steven: $40




5. The Battle of Midway occurred in the Pacific Ocean during what war?
(buzzcode: 88)
*Evan buzzes in (77)*
Evan?
Evan: World War II
That's exactly right, and you take the lead.
(ding)



Evan: $45
Kevin: $27
Steven: $40



[INSTANT BARGAIN]


Instant Bargain time again, and Evan, you're in the lead all by yourself. You've got a $5 lead, $45 to spend, and this....


(Kelly and Stacey relax in this hanging zome)





Stacey: Evan, I don't know about you, but all this intense competition is wearing me out. I imagine it must be doing the same for you, so why don't you relax in this hanging zome? Created by Kodama Zomes, this pillow-filled pod soothes the vestibular system by providing an unparalleled experience of peacefully rocking back and forth while immersed in a plush cocoon of comfort. The zome suspends from an included curved tripod stand that is constructed with a powder-coated steel frame secured with marine grade stainless steel. Ideal for indoor or outdoor use, the gravity-propelled oasis encourages tranquility with its natural geometric shape and supports up to 600 pounds. Furnished by Kodama Zomes and Hammacher Schlemmer. It's normally priced at....

But tonight, on $ale of the Century, it's yours for only....

(audience cheers as I join the two in the zome)


Greg: Well, hi there. My, this is comfy. I hope I don't break it. How much do you weigh, Kelly? (Kelly puts his hands up, he's not touching that one, audience laughs) I suppose all three of us can fit. Evan, this is a nice prize. Do you have a backyard or a patio you could put this in?

[Twentington]

I don't, but this kind of makes me want one...

[palmer7]

Yeah, I hear you. Look, if there's one thing I love as much as my nonexistent girlfriend and The Republican Party, it's a tie. I'll let you have it for $5. One question. I'll throw in another $300 in cash. $7,500 in cash and prizes for a fiver. Whaddya say?

[Twentington]

I like that zome, but I think I like this lead more... *backing away from the buzzer*

[palmer7]

(I get out of the zome and walk back to my lectern) No sale. Well, so much for that. You'd think that with us removing shopping from the bonus round, these people would want to buy. But no. He likes the $5 lead. OK, I can respect that. Back to the questions.

1. Starting with "P", the March of Dimes was originally founded to help find a vaccine for what?
2. What cut of steak got its name from the New York City coach stop where it was first served?
3. What is the first novel in George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series?


(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. Starting with "P", the March of Dimes was originally founded to help find a vaccine for what?
(buzzcode: 58)
*Evan buzzes in (54)*
Evan?
Evan: Polio
That's right, you go to $50.
(ding)



Evan: $50
Kevin: $27
Steven: $40


2. What cut of steak got its name from the New York City coach stop where it was first served?
(buzzcode: 9)
*Evan buzzes in (42)*
Evan?
Evan: Porterhouse?
Yes, very good. It was reportedly first served at the Pearl Street "Porter House" in Manhattan around 1814. You move up to $55.
(ding)



Evan: $55
Kevin: $27
Steven: $40




3. What is the first novel in George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series?
(buzzcode: 40)
*Evan buzzes in (74)*
Evan again?
Evan: A Game of Thrones
That's exactly right, you go to $60.
(ding)



Evan: $60
Kevin: $27
Steven: $40


(cheers and applause)
[FAME GAME]


And Evan now has a $20 lead over Steven, but we've still got the $10 hidden, plus we're adding the $15. Next Fame Game..... we're looking for a famous person.




[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]



(number of clues and buzzcode, please)

[palmer7]

Ready? Go.


[___"LAST_____] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]



(beep)


"Last".



[___"LAST_____] [____MAN______] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]



(beep)


Man.





[___"LAST_____] [____MAN______] [___STANDING"_]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]



(beep)


"Standing".



[___"LAST_____] [____MAN______] [___STANDING"_]

[____STAR_____] [_____________] [_____________]



(beep)


Star.


*Steven buzzes in*


Steven?

[asja2002]

Tim Allen

[palmer7]

Is that it?


[___"LAST_____] [____MAN______] [___STANDING"_]

[____STAR_____] [____NOW______] [_UNEMPLOYED__]


(ding)
(cheers and applause)


You're right, it is Tim Allen. He was the star of Last Man Standing and he's now unemployed. That's because a certain network owned by a rat cancelled the show after six years. Methinks it's because Tim supported our president. I tell you, it's tough being a conservative in Hollywood.


Steven, two Money Cards hiding up there, where do you want to go this time?

[asja2002]

3, Greg

[dougmorrisontheair]

Burton: And behind number 3, we have...

(three-note stinger)

Burton: ... $1500 or try again.

[palmer7]

Greg: Yessir, as the man has indicated, you can either take $1,500 in cash orrrrrrrr you can pick again. Whatcha gonna do, whatcha gonna do? (audience shouts suggestions)

[asja2002]

Lets try center square. #5

[dougmorrisontheair]

Burton: And behind number 5, we have...

(fanfare) (audience cheers)

Burton: ... fifteen dollars!

[palmer7]

(camera flashes between Steven and the Money Card)

Greg: Great job, Steven! We add that to your score....


Evan: $60
Kevin: $27
Steven: $55



And you've cut down Evan's lead to $5. Coming up, we've got a really great CashCard prize. You're not going to believe who'll show up. And during the break, we'll have a Soul Train line with Burton doing his best Don Cornelius impression. We'll be back.



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(cheers and applause)
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Greg: We're back, folks. And what a match we've had.



Evan: $60
Kevin: $27
Steven: $55



Steven trails Evan by $5, thanks to that $15 he found. But, this match is not over, yet. We've got a CashCard prize that's out of this world. But first, these questions.

1. The Republic of Nauru was previously known as (what) Island?
2. What unit of land measurement equals 43,560 square feet?
3. What other late-night veteran succeeded Ed McMahon as the host of Star Search in a 2003 revival?
4. Who averaged one invention patent for every two weeks of his working life?
5. Please give me the exact quote from this Paul Simon hit.



The mama pajama rolled out of bed
And she ran to the police station
When the papa found out, he began to shout
And he started the investigation

It's against the law
It was against the law
What the mama saw
It was against the law

The mama looked down and spit on the ground
Every time my name gets mentioned
The papa said,



(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. The Republic of Nauru was previously known as (what) Island?
(buzzcode: 64)
*Evan buzzes in (43)*
Evan?
Evan: Pleasant Island
Yes, and the co-champ goes to $65.
(ding)


Evan: $65
Kevin: $27
Steven: $55




2. What unit of land measurement equals 43,560 square feet?
(buzzcode: 89)
*Evan buzzes in (77)*
Evan?
Evan: An acre
That's right, and Evan goes to $70.
(ding)


Evan: $70
Kevin: $27
Steven: $55




3. What other late-night veteran succeeded Ed McMahon as the host of Star Search in a 2003 revival?
(buzzcode: 89)
*Kevin buzzes in (76)*
Kevin?
Kevin: Jay Leno
(wrong)
No. No no no no no. (I sigh) Oh, Burton? Do you know the answer?


(shot of Burton at his booth) Burton: You better believe I know the answer, Greg! It's ArseniOOOOOOOOOOOOO (checks his watch) OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HALLLLLLLLLLL!!!!
(audience cheers, I give the "Dog Pound" signal)


Greg: Whoot, whoot, whoot, whoot, whoot. What am I doing? He's not even here. (audience laughs) Sorry, Kevin, back down to $22 you go.


Evan: $70
Kevin: $22
Steven: $55



4. Who averaged one invention patent for every two weeks of his working life?
(buzzcode: 5)
*Evan buzzes in (28)*
Evan?
Evan: Thomas Edison
Correctamundo, up to $75.
(ding)



Evan: $75
Kevin: $22
Steven: $55


5. Please give me the exact quote from this Paul Simon hit.



The mama pajama rolled out of bed
And she ran to the police station
When the papa found out, he began to shout
And he started the investigation

It's against the law
It was against the law
What the mama saw
It was against the law

The mama looked down and spit on the ground
Every time my name gets mentioned
The papa said,


(buzzcode: 22)
(Evan and Kevin keep their hands far away from that buzzer)
*Steven buzzes in (55)*
Steven?
Steven: Oy if I get that boy, I'm gonna stick him in the house of detention
Well done! $5 for you, sir.
(ding)



Evan: $75
Kevin: $22
Steven: $60




[CASHCARD]

That was one of the harder ones. CashCard time, and Evan, you've got exactly a $15 lead over the co-champion, which is exactly how much it will cost to play. As you know, we have Random Cash, worth between $1 and $25. We have a $15 refund. We also have this prize....


(against a spacey background, we find this man)




William Shatner: Hello, I'm William Shatner.


(audience cheers as the Star Trek: The Motion Picture theme plays)





Shatner: I'm inviting you to join me on the mission of a lifetime. Pick the right suit, and you will travel with me to Las Vegas to enjoy a zero-gravity flight. It will be you, me, a few other people, and 15 parabolic maneuvers creating 20 to 30 seconds of weightlessness each. This package includes ZERO-G merchandise, pre and post flight catering, professional photos and a video of the weightless experience with yours truly, and a certificate of weightless completion. I'm excited about this, how about you? This experience is furnished by Zero Gravity Corporation, and would normally cost you....

But personally, I think it's priceless. (he gives the Vulcan Salute, audience cheers as I join Shatner, shaking his hand and buddying up with him)


Greg: William Shatner, everyone! (audience cheers) Bill, I made two attempts to host a revival of Show Me the Money.....


Shatner: You're right, that's what they were. Attempts! (audience laughs)


Greg: (sarcastically) You're going to be fun, aren't you? (to Evan) Evan, if you buy in and get the prize, you'll be 32,000 feet in the air with this guy. For some Star Trek cast members, a fate worse than death.


Shatner: For Heather Locklear, sheer heaven.


Greg: However, one of those suits hides the CashCard, which today is worth.... $15,000! (Shatner holds up the check, audience cheers)

(audience cheers)


So, Evan, are you a Trekkie?


Shatner: Who's your favorite captain?

[Twentington]

You know, I'm not a Trekkie, but I did watch when I was younger... I think it'd have to be Captain Kirk!

[palmer7]

(original Trekkies cheer)

Greg: Well..... now.... you're just..... strokinghisego!

Shatner: You know that doesn't work on me. (audience laughs) I appreciate you having the balls to do it to my face, but it still doesn't work on me. Just so youk know.


(I perk up) Greg: Hey! Shatner says I have balls! Personally, I'm a Picard fan. Sir Patrick Stewart, now he's a true professional. Anyway, Evan, do you want to play?

[palmer7]

Now, Evan, as much as it pains me to mention this, Little Big Shots is next. The network says we don't want to keep Steve waiting.

[Twentington]

If I were a gambling man, I'd stake my money on Hearts, but I'm still in need of the lead. No sale...

[palmer7]

No Sale. OK, that means the CashCard is worth $20,000 tomorrow night. In the meantime, here's what we're going to do. During the break, we gave a cashier's check for $1,500 to a member of the audience. Burton, do you have that person with you?


(shot of Burton with a tall, gangly, Swedish man and a microphone)

Burton: I sure do, Greg. Here's Sven Swensson from Stockholm, Sweden. (audience cheers)


Greg: Hello, Sven Swensson from Stockholm, Sweden.


Sven: Hallo.


Greg: What do you do down there in Stockholm?


Sven: I'm a station attendant in the metro.


Greg: Ah, a blue-collar worker. OK. Tell you what, Sven. We gave you that cashier's check for $1,500. That's your money. However... if you'd like, you can give Burton back that check and we can play CashCard. Evan has indicated he would have picked Hearts, so that is the one we'll give you. If you get the CashCard, you win $15,000 in cash. If you get the prize, you're going up 32,000 feet in the air with Captain Kirk over here. (audience cheers) However, if you get Random Cash or the $15, we'll only multiply that by 10. So, you could leave us with as little as $10, but you could win $15,000! So what will it be? The $1,500 check or CashCard? (audience shouts suggestions, Sven looks to his supporters)


Sven: I came vith nothing, so I might as vell play.


(audience cheers as Sven gives back the check)


Greg: OK, then. We're going to play CashCard with Hearts.


(Stacey selects Hearts)

Stacey: Good luck, Sven.


Greg: OK, then. For $15,000...... let's play!


(split-screen shot of Sven and the CashCard board)
(Stacey presses a button, and the reels spin)

(audience groans)

Random Cash! Let's see how much you're getting.....



(the randomizer reveals....)


$13


$13, multiplied by $10, for a total of a hundred and thirty bucks. I'm sorry, Sven. But you do get the money and just because you're a good sport about the whole thing, we'll give you 15 free passes to see Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie. Do you like Captain Underpants?


Sven: Who? (audience laughs)


Greg: Never mind. How about Kingsman: The Golden Circle? Well, it'll be a 20th Century Fox film all the same. Thank you, Sven! (audience cheers, I turn back to William Shatner) Bill, thanks for coming by. Good luck in space. William Shatner! (the two of us shake hands, cheers and applause, I walk back to my lectern)


I suppose I should've said "Denny Crane", but that's something else entirely. Back to the questions.


1. Robert Englund played the main villain in what series of horror films?
2. Decompression sickness, which can occur when a diver surfaces too quickly is also called what?
3. What is the only planet in the solar system that is named after a female figure?


(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. Robert Englund played the main villain in what series of horror films?
(buzzcode: 80)
*Kevin buzzes in (90)*
Kevin?
Kevin: The Invisible Man
(wrong)
Oh no, Nightmare on Elm Street. Maybe you've heard of that one. You lose $5, down to $17.



Evan: $75
Kevin: $22
Steven: $60



2. Decompression sickness, which can occur when a diver surfaces too quickly is also called what?
(buzzcode: 12)
*Steven buzzes in (12, BULLSEYE!)*
Steven?
Steven: The Bends
That's right. You go to $65.
(ding)



Evan: $75
Kevin: $22
Steven: $65



3. What is the only planet in the solar system that is named after a female figure?
(buzzcode: 11)
*Evan buzzes in (30)*
Evan?
Evan: Venus
That's the planet we're looking for, you go to $80.
(ding)



Evan: $80
Kevin: $22
Steven: $65


(cheers and applause)


[FAME GAME]


Fame Game time again. Last one of the night, and we still have the $10, and now the $25. The co-champ Steven could use either one of those. We're looking for a famous fictional character.



[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]



(number of clues and buzzcode, please)

[palmer7]

Ready? Go.




[__ARMORED____] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]



(beep)

Armored.





[__ARMORED____] [____ALTER____] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]



(beep)


Alter.






[__ARMORED____] [____ALTER____] [____EGO______]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]



(beep)


Ego.


(buzzcode: 89)
*Steven buzzes in (66)*


Steven?

[asja2002]

Captain America?

[palmer7]

(wrong)


That is incorrect. No money changes hands, but you're out for the rest of the question. We continue.


*Evan buzzes in*


And this time, it's Evan.

[Twentington]

Iron Man?

[palmer7]

Could be.



[__ARMORED____] [____ALTER____] [____EGO______]

[____OF_______] [____TONY_____] [____STARK____]


(ding)


And it is! Very nicely solved with limited information, Evan. (shot of disappointed Steven)


Well, Evan, you already have a commanding $15 lead. Let's see if you can extend it. Pick a number.

[Twentington]

Number 7, please.

[dougmorrisontheair]

Burton: And behind number 7, we have...

(fanfare) (audience cheers)

(camera flashes between Evan and the Money Card)

Burton: ... ten dollars!