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Press Your Luck

Series Overview

Contestants collect spins by answering trivia questions and then use the spins on an 18-space game board to win cash and prizes. The person who amass the most in cash and prizes at the end of the game wins.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
CBS
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 207 Episodes

22–30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1983 – 2003

Premiered: Mon, Sep 19, 1983

Created By
Bill Carruthers

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, Mar 16, 2003

Season 3, Episode 3: “Big Bucks: The Press Your Luck Scandal”

A biography of Michael Larson, the unemployed ice cream truck driver from Ohio who ripped CBS off for $110,237 on Press Your Luck. Includes stories of Michael's tryout for Press Your Luck, footage from his episodes, his life after his big win, and other stuff about the game show legend.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Press Your Luck #574 Valerie/Colleen/Scott (Round 2 Board Only)

Type: Clip • Published 2012-01-23

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Bill Carruthers

Producers

Bill Carruthers

Department Leadership Roster

Bill Carruthers

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-G

TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-G

General Audience — Suitable for all ages.

CanadaG

General — Suitable for all ages.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Press Your Luck.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Press Your Luck

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is Press Your Luck about?

Contestants collect spins by answering trivia questions and then use the spins on an 18-space game board to win cash and prizes. The person who amass the most in cash and prizes at the end of the game wins.

How many seasons does Press Your Luck have?

Press Your Luck comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Press Your Luck?

Key cast members in Press Your Luck include Rod Roddy, Charlie O'Donnell, Peter Tomarken, Savage Steve Holland.

Who created or directed Press Your Luck?

Press Your Luck was developed and directed by Bill Carruthers.