Australian TV game shows from the 1950s to now
The NFSA is celebrating TV game shows – from the popular and long-running family favourites to the cult classics.
Game shows and quiz shows have been an integral part of Australian television since it launched in 1956.
Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, they were 'appointment television' and dominated the free-to-air TV landscape.
Whether it's a high-stakes battle of wits, a fast-paced test of general knowledge, a wacky physical skirmish or a search for love – everyone has a favourite TV game show.
The following clips provide a snapshot of Australian TV's game show history.
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