Inside the Box

It's been a long time coming: a Canadian game show that offers a chance to win $10,000 every game. Canadian game shows in the past have been entertaining but frugal in the prize department. It was quite a common occurrence on shows like DEFINITION for a 5 time winner to walk away with the grand prize of a stereo system. Even the more recent game show YOU BET YOUR A$$ only offered a $2500 maximum.

That's not the only appeal to this TV series that airs currently on TV Tropolis. If you love television trivia, you will love to play along with Sam Kalilieh, the nerdy yet genial host. Mr. Kalilieh can be seen on other TV series like HISTORY BITES where he's appeared on more episodes than IMDb credits him for. However, it is on INSIDE THE BOX where Sam shines.

On the show, three contestants vie for the money. They alternate going inside the box, asking the other two clues to narrow down the answer which is either a character, an actor, or a series. The other two, who only have a picture to go on, must say yes or no to their questions. It's a simple and fun formula that works. It's even fun to play with family and friends, especially on long car trips.

This show often wears its maple leaf on its sleeve, showing a bias towards Canadian TV stars and series but it has enough universal appeal that it could catch on in the States or elsewhere.

I wake up early every weekday to watch it. Check it out.

Sorry I think this game show has to be one of the most boring game shows I've seen. And what's more irritating the host has to remind everyone with the rules, example- talks to slow and why does he need to repeat himself "answer is no, you get time deducted", stop waisting the other competitors time and just say "answer wrong", they should assume the contestants know time will be deducted! It can waist 3-5 seconds of time with him talking and in this game show u need all the time u can get.. It's like let the people talk!! And keep you're hosting mouth closed! It may be made in the mid 2000's but it really seems it was for the 80's, the quality and not much entertaining material.

This show is absolutely amazing! A game show about TV! 3 contestants have two minutes each to guess the name of a TV Series, Actor or Character name. The person with the most "banked" time goes on to the winners round to play for money. Brilliant. It takes you back and makes you very nostalgic with some shows. It is amazing the shows that have come and gone. Makes you miss the "good old days" of TV. Also, very entertaining and fun to play along at home! Interesting to see what you do and don't remember. Play against family members. This show has so much potential. The host seems very personable. A good down to earth distraction.