The Price Is Right (1972)

In the pulsating world of daytime game-show history, "The Price Is Right" stands as a captivating spectacle of high-stakes guessing and exhilarating competition. A vibrant blend of ordinary and extraordinary, this show invites contestants to estimate the costs of everyday and not-so-everyday retail items. Hosted by the charismatic Bob Barker until 2007, and the delightfully engaging Drew Carey thereafter, the show's essence lies in its simple, yet intoxicating challenge. Embracing a lively audience that fuels the atmosphere with contagious excitement, four contestants are chosen from this sea of eager participants. They embark on a thrilling journey, gracing the stage for a preliminary pricing round. The victor of this round ascends to join the host, plunging into a delightful chaos of over 70 unique pricing games. But the thrill doesn't stop there. The game show builds to a crescendo with the "Showcase Showdown". The contestants are pitted against the mammoth wheel, spinning it with hopes of hitting as close to $1 as possible. The two contestants who master this round advance to the grand finale, where the stakes are higher, and the prizes more tantalizing. From shiny new cars to rooms brimming with lavish furniture, a trio of models unveils the tantalizing rewards. Airing for over 30 years, "The Price is Right" evolves its challenge, introducing new games and contests, but the core remains the same - the closest estimate wins. With a blend of strategy, luck, and a keen sense of retail prices, contestants vie for the ultimate victory, making "The Price is Right" an unmissable spectacle of suspense, excitement, and high-reward gamesmanship.

The Price Is Right is a game-show show featuring Drew Carey and created by Bob Stewart.

The Price Is Right is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on CBS and it's also available on CBS and Paramount+ Amazon Channel.