$ALE IN IMAX [NBC]: Episode 63 [TOC2 Heat 3]

[palmer7]

Well, this is it, the last heat before the big two-game final. We need one more player, and it's going to be one of these three:

Ian Sherman ($42,349)
Steven Anderson ($148,584)
Sam Hodkin ($372,621)

Would all three of you please check in?

[Deleted]

Ian here. All systems go.

[asja2002]

signing in

[hodders]

Checking in, let's get to work.

[palmer7]

["IMAX Experience"]

Greg: And now for a 10-minute intermission that may or may not be available on the DVD and Blu-Ray.

Greg: Is everybody back? OK, let's go!

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(drumroll, as we get a shot of the darkened set, the boxes of our nine contenders pop in one by one, filling in the screen.)


Burton Richardson: (VO) This is the $ale of the Century Tournament of Champions. Nine of our biggest money winners are back to compete for cash and prizes worth.... over 2.5 million dollars!



[MAIN THEME]
(shots of winning contestants)


This week, one of our contestants will win the title of Champion of Champions, and will take home a fortune in cash and prizes including....

This Lamborghini Aventador S and....

$1,000,000 in cash! It's Heat 3 of the 2nd Annual......




(echo)

And now, here's the star of the show, Greg Palmer!



(the doors open and I run to my lectern to cheers and applause)


Greg: Thank you, Burton Richardson, and welcome to the $ale of the Century 2nd Annual Tournament of Champions. In IMAX! (audience cheers) For those of you who came late to the show, you're probably wondering, "What is a game show doing being shown in an IMAX theater?" Well, it all started with Marvel Television announcing that the pilot for Inhumans would be shown in IMAX theaters. 20th Century Fox and NBC got together and decided, "Why not do that for $ale of the Century?" Do you realize that we could be nominated for Oscars? (audience laughs) It's true, it's true! We just secured ourselves seats for the 2018 Oscars. After all, I've got nothing better to do on a Sunday evening. And here's Stacey Wren! (cheers and applause as Stacey comes out wearing a hot dress)


Stacey: G'day, Greg. Well, this is it, the last heat.

Greg: Right you are. You know, some Americans might not understand the term "heat". Why is it called that?

Stacey: I'm not sure, really. Hmmm.... let's see, a more American term. Qualifier?

Greg: That works. I like "heat" better, though. OK, who have you got for us tonight?

(As Stacey introduces the contestants, models of the opposite gender escort them to their seats)

Stacey: Well, first, he's got a total of $42,349 in cash and prizes. He's a digital media arts student who enjoys music. From Columbus, Ohio, here's Ian Sherman. Next, we have a food service manager for a major convenience store chain in New England, who is one of our bigger winners. With a total of $148,584 in cash and prizes, welcome back Steven Anderson. And finally, he's the one who has won the most, thanks to really cleaning up during Big Money Week. He's a business support officer originally from Manchester, England. With $372,621 in cash and prizes, here's Sam Hodkin!

(cheers and applause)


Greg: OK, then. Let's welcome back our champions. Hiya, Sam. So, you have over $372,000 in cash and prizes. Let's see if I can recall all of them. You won a motorhome, a Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback, a trip to New York, a trip to Hong Kong, sterling silverware, stake in a new musical I'm developing with Lin-Manuel Miranda, and three months' rent in a luxury apartment in Firenze, Italy. So, what'd you do with your prizes? How was Firenze?

[hodders]

Oh it's wonderful once in a while. Perfect weather, the historic centre is gorgeous, and the joys of Italian food.

[palmer7]

Ahhhhhhh, yes. The joys of Italian food. All those carbs. Now, if you win the million plus, do you think you'll buy a summer home there?

[hodders]

Well a house in the UK would be a better starting point, maybe a few other trips too.

[palmer7]

Well, believe me, with a million, you could easily do that. But first, you'll have to win tonight. Good luck to you.


Next, Steven Anderson, a food service manager from Plymouth, Massachusetts. What has been up with you since we last met?

[asja2002]

We have been having a free coffee promotion on Fridays that's been occupying a good portion of my time. We had our cranberry harvest last week and with some of the winnings I was able to reinvest in the family business. I've enjoyed driving my Buick Cascada that I won on the program as well.

[palmer7]

Well fantastic. So, if you won one or possibly two million, what would you do with it?

[asja2002]

Make sure my Grandmother can take a break from handling all the paperwork and everything that comes with keeping a farm going. She's been at it for 50 years and deserves a rest

[palmer7]

You better believe it. We'll see if we can't make that happen for you if you win. Good luck to you.


Finally, Ian Sherman. For those who weren't here, we made jokes about Ian's den. It seems that every prize he's won would go great in it. He's got a smart TV, a klik-klak sleeper sofa, a living room suite by Cindy Crawford, a wine refrigerator and cigar humidor, a tenor saxophone, an Irish TARDIS, a painting of "On the Bones of Moby Dick", and a shuffleboard table. So Ian..... can you fit all those prizes in that den coherently? (audience chuckles)

[Deleted]

Frankly, Greg, it doesn't take rocket science to plan only one room. Mine is gonna put both Pee-wee Herman and Weird Al's domiciles to shame!

[palmer7]

(audience cheers) And we're going to take pictures of it, believe us. So, if you won one or two million dollars, what would you do with it?

[Deleted]

The best thing I'd do is invest half of it in an in-house digital media lab, and save part of it for a new car or two.

[palmer7]

Fantastic. That sounds really cool. Well, good luck to you. Now, the winner of this match not only goes on to the two-game cumulative final, but they also win a trip for two first class to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! (audience cheers) And not only that, Volkswagen is doing something special this year. If you win the game with $100 or more, you'll also win a VW. We gave away a Beetle Monday night, and tonight, one of you could win this!


(in the VW IMAX-ified showroom, Shelly and Devon from Crag: The Numbers Game show off this car)
["Theme from Think Fast!" by Edd Kalehoff]

Burton: (VO) Power has met its hatch in the 2017 VW Golf GTI Sport. This powerhouse of a hatch is more than just a four-wheeled machine, it’s a modern marvel. This super sporty hatch combines the impressive performance of 220-hp, achieved with premium fuel, and offers a Driving Mode Selection that allows you to customize your drive. And with bigger front and rear brakes, plus 18" Nogaro wheels, you’ll enjoy every mile in this styled ride. From Volkswagen. It's a prize worth......

(cheers and applause)


Greg: And we'd like to thank Shelly and Devon from Crag: The Numbers Game for appearing in that bit. Congrats, ladies, you might win Oscars now. Stacey, we hand the honors over to you with those magic words....


Stacey: Good luck everyone, $20 to start.


(the board initializes)



Sam: $20
Steven: $20
Ian: $20



(and Stacey exits)

Greg: And this is going to be a great match. Good luck to everyone, it's Tuesday in the studio, Wednesday on TV, I don't know what day it is in IMAX. Here we go.


1. What former Miramax executive was recently fired from the studio he and his brother founded in 2005?
2. An informal system by which money and power are retained by wealthy white men through incestuous business relationships is commonly referred to as what kind of club?
3. What chemical compound is frozen to make dry ice?
4. Which popular cartoon family did Charles Addams help create?
5. In which US city will you find Louis Armstrong International Airport?


(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. What former Miramax executive was recently fired from the studio he and his brother founded in 2005?
(buzzcode: 6)
*Ian buzzes in (29, 1st to respond)*
Ian?
Ian: Harvey Weinstein—you heard the news.
I certainly did, and I think Harvey ought to be ashamed of himself. (audience cheers) You're right and you draw first blood.
(ding)


Sam: $20
Steven: $20
Ian: $25


2. An informal system by which money and power are retained by wealthy white men through incestuous business relationships is commonly referred to as what kind of club?
(buzzcode: 87)
*Ian buzzes in (91)*
Ian?
Ian: the "old boys' network"
We'll accept it. Old Boys' was all you needed.
(ding)


Sam: $20
Steven: $20
Ian: $30



3. What chemical compound is frozen to make dry ice?
(buzzcode: 84)
*Sam buzzes in (72)*
Sam?
Sam: Carbon Dioxide
Right you are, up to $25.
(ding)


Sam: $25
Steven: $20
Ian: $30


4. Which popular cartoon family did Charles Addams help create?
(buzzcode: 44)
*Sam buzzes in (51)*
Sam?
Sam: The Addams Family
(Ian snaps twice)
Both of you are right, but Sam gets another $5.
(ding)


Sam: $30
Steven: $20
Ian: $30


5. In which US city will you find Louis Armstrong International Airport?
(buzzcode: 85)
*Ian buzzes in (53)*
Ian?
Ian: Do ya know it means to miss New Orleans?
And you got it just under the buzzer! Right for $35.
(ding)


Sam: $30
Steven: $20
Ian: $35



[INSTANT BARGAIN]


Instant Bargain time, player in the lead can buy bargain merchandise. Ian, that's you with $35 to spend and a $5 lead. Have a listen to this.


["Break Away" by Richard Myhill]
(Shannon and Mitch take in a Durham Bulls baseball game)

Stacey: Ian, we know you and a lot of people like you are fans of Greg Palmer. However, have you ever been to his hometown? Well, here's your chance because we're offering a trip to Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina! You and a guest will fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Raleigh-Durham for a 10-night stay in a Classic Suite at The Kings Daughters Inn, centrally located in Durham, walking distance from Brightleaf Square and close to Manbites Dog Theater. This 4.5-star bed and breakfast is within close proximity of Durham Convention Center and Fullsteam Brewery. Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this bed and breakfast include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. The Kings Daughters Inn.

We're also including a rental car. Plus, admire the beautiful skyline of downtown Raleigh from the view of your own private helicopter seat as you take a helicopter tour, and then meet Greg's family for dinner! Furnished by United Vacations.

And this trip of a lifetime is worth....

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

(cheers and applause as I join them)

Greg: Really? This is what you guys think of? A trip to Durham? In the words of Paul Simon, there's nothin' but the dead and dyin' back in my little town. But knowing some of the people that are watching this show, they may go there anyway. Who knows? Ian..... I'm not going to sell you a trip to my hometown for $6. That's a little much. I'll drop the price to $5. What do you think of that?

[Deleted]

Two words, Greg: (hits buzzer) Why not? I've always been partial to the Carolinas myself.

[palmer7]

Fantastic! He's going to buy! (audience cheers)



Sam: $30
Steven: $20
Ian: $30


[SALE SURPRISE]
(audience cheers louder)


And you've got a $ale Surprise! (Mitch hands me an envelope, and I open it up) Let's see what we have in here.... oh, it's plane tickets! You're going to the other city I grew up in..... Dallas, Texas! (audience cheers) Burton?


["Theme from Dallas"]

Burton: (VO) Ian, you and a guest will fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Dallas, Texas for a 7-night stay at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center. Whether you're soaking up views of beautiful Lake Grapevine or standing in awe of our 4.5 acres of lush indoor gardens and riverwalk, our one-of-a-kind resort will take your breath away. When it's time to refuel, sip and savor at one of our 10 restaurants, bars and cafes, serving everything from succulent steaks and seafood to traditional Mexican and Italian. The Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center, a Marriott hotel. Rental car is included.

Plus, come see where the Ewing family called “home”, and see their lifestyle made famous by the watching world with this three-hour tour of Southfork Ranch! Furnished by United Vacations. Plus, we're including $2,500 in cash! That makes your Instant Bargain worth a total of....

(cheers and applause as I walk back to my lectern)


Greg: See, you'll never know what kind of surprise you get if you buy something. And now, you're tied for the lead with Sam. Back to the questions.


1. What is the highest hand in straight Poker?
2. The co-creator of Superman, Joe Shuster, was ironically born in which Canadian town?
3. In 1995, what late night talk show host did Drew Barrymore flash on air as a 48th birthday present?


(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. What is the highest hand in straight Poker?
(buzzcode: 29)
*Sam buzzes in (39)*
Sam?
Sam: Royal Flush
Right you are, Sam. You take the lead.
(ding)


Sam: $35
Steven: $20
Ian: $30


2. The co-creator of Superman, Joe Shuster, was ironically born in which Canadian town?
(buzzcode: 16)
*Ian buzzes in (22)*
Ian?
Ian: Toronto
Hardly a town, but still. You're right, and you're tied.
(ding)


Sam: $35
Steven: $20
Ian: $35


3. In 1995, what late night talk show host did Drew Barrymore flash on air as a 48th birthday present?
(buzzcode: 67)
*Sam buzzes in (50)*
Sam?
Sam: David Letterman
Well! You're right again, and you take the lead.
(ding)


Sam: $40
Steven: $20
Ian: $35



Now, now, Stacey, don't get any ideas. That'll only make us look desperate. (audience reacts)

[FAME GAME]

And this is turning out to be a close match between Sam and Ian. Steven, you're in the spot a lot of players are in when they hit the middle. But, you still have a chance to get in it because we're putting a $10 Money Card up on the board. We're looking for a famous person.

(whoosh as the puzzle board appears on screen)



[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]


(# of clues and buzzcode, please)

[palmer7]

Looking for a famous person. Ready? Go.



[_HOT-BLOODED_] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]


(beep)

(singing) "Hot-blooded..." (audience chuckles)



[_HOT-BLOODED_] [__SCOTTISH___] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]


(beep)

Scottish.



[_HOT-BLOODED_] [__SCOTTISH___] [____CHEF,____]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]


(beep)

Chef,


(clues: 3)
(buzzcode: 66)
*Steven buzzes in (61)*


Steven?

[asja2002]

Gordon Ramsay?

[palmer7]

Only one I can think of...


[_HOT-BLOODED_] [__SCOTTISH___] [____CHEF,____]

[____RUNS_____] [__"HELL'S____] [__KITCHEN"___]


(ding)
(cheers and applause)

Yep, Gordon Ramsay. That's the guy. The next three clues were, "runs Hell's Kitchen". Not just the TV show, but the makeshift restaurant as well. And I'm still trying to get a chef's table. Yeah, one of these days--- once I get a reservation, that is --- Stacey, Burton, and I will be at one chef's table, and Doug, Tony, and Jennifer Love Hewitt will be at the other. Yeah....


Stacey, where's the $10?

[tmann3x]

Stacey: It's behind number 3.

[palmer7]

(lights in motion)

Greg: Steven, this is a huge chance to cut down your deficit. All you need is that $10 Money Card. The lights are locked into your buzzer. Good luck, and fire when ready. (a letter from A-I, please)

[asja2002]

Come on cards! I'll take whatever I can get! Big Bucks or Ten bucks.......Now! (D)

[tmann3x]

[palmer7]

(he stops)

Well, he didn't get the $10, but is there something good behind #1, Burton?

[tmann3x]