IMDb 7.792 1973 HD

Match Game

Match Game

1973
7.792 IMDB

The five-day-a-week syndicated successor to the popular CBS game show, where two contestants compete to match fill-in-the-blank phrases with those of the celebrities.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Starring
Gene Rayburn / Richard Dawson / Brett Somers / Charles Nelson Reilly

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

nostalgic humorous witty predictable charming dated lighthearted iconic fun enjoyable risqué

Reviews

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Penelope Ainsworth
May 28, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

The syndicated 'Match Game' offers a reliably entertaining experience, built upon the solid foundation of its predecessor. Gene Rayburn’s hosting is as smooth as ever, but the true stars are the celebrity panelists, notably Richard Dawson, Brett Somers,…

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Julian Blackwood
May 28, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

'Match Game' thrives on the anarchic energy of its celebrity panel, a perfectly curated group featuring the inimitable Richard Dawson, Brett Somers, and Charles Nelson Reilly. Gene Rayburn, as host, acts as the genial ringmaster to this circus…

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Isabelle Dubois
May 28, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This iteration of 'Match Game' captures the essence of its syndicated run, presenting a straightforward game where contestants attempt to mirror celebrity responses. Gene Rayburn provides a steady hand at the helm. The performances of Richard Dawson, Brett…

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Marcus Thorne
May 28, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

As a syndicated extension of a beloved format, 'Match Game' offers a familiar yet invigorating dose of comedic competition. Gene Rayburn masterfully steers the ship, but it’s the ensemble of Richard Dawson, Brett Somers, and Charles Nelson Reilly…

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Eleanor Vance
May 28, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Gene Rayburn presides over 'Match Game', a syndicated successor that leans into its predecessor's charm with a healthy dose of adult humour. The core premise, matching celebrity fill-in-the-blank answers, remains simple yet effective. Richard Dawson, Brett Somers, and…

FAQs

'Match Game' left a significant mark on television game show history, particularly for its embrace of celebrity personalities and its somewhat daring humour for the time. The show's format, which encouraged improvisation and witty exchanges, became a blueprint for similar programmes. Its enduring appeal lies in the unique chemistry of its cast and its ability to blend simple gameplay with genuine comedic moments.