Test Pattern
“The only game show that matters”
Series Overview
"Test Pattern," MuchMusic's inaugural game show in the late 1980s to early 1990s, featured Bill St. Amour on music and sound, with announcer Bill Carroll. Hosted by Dan Gallagher and produced by Sidney M. Cohen, it included Canadian musicians and used foam bricks to select topics in a points-based contest. Season one had four five-time champions who won trips, later competing for a home stereo in a "Tournament of Champions." Notably, winning a 2-slice toaster became an iconic prize. The show concluded after two seasons.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 3 Episodes
30 min per episode
1989 – 1990
Premiered: Sun, Jan 1, 1989
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 1: “Episode 1”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Test Pattern: Canada's Unforgettable Cult Hit Game Show
Type: Featurette • Published 2020-03-04
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney M. Cohen
Frank Young
John Brunton, Briane Nasimok
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Young
Writer
Sidney M. Cohen
Director
Briane Nasimok
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Test Pattern
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What is Test Pattern about?
"Test Pattern," MuchMusic's inaugural game show in the late 1980s to early 1990s, featured Bill St. Amour on music and sound, with announcer Bill Carroll. Hosted by Dan Gallagher and produced by Sidney M. Cohen, it included Canadian musicians and used foam bricks to select topics in a points-based contest. Season one had four five-time champions who won trips, later competing for a home stereo in a "Tournament of Champions." Notably, winning a 2-slice toaster became an iconic prize. The show concluded after two seasons.
How many seasons does Test Pattern have?
Test Pattern comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Test Pattern?
Key cast members in Test Pattern include Dan Gallagher, Frank Sicoli, Bill Carroll, Frank Young.
Who created or directed Test Pattern?
Test Pattern was developed and directed by Sidney M. Cohen.