You Bet Your Life
Series Overview
You Bet Your Life is an American quiz show that aired on both radio and television. The original and best-known version was hosted by Groucho Marx of the Marx Brothers, with announcer and assistant George Fenneman. The show debuted on ABC Radio in October 1947, then moved to CBS Radio in September 1949 before making the transition to NBC-TV in October 1950. Because of its simple format, it was possible to broadcast the show simultaneously on the radio and on television. In 1960, the show was renamed The Groucho Show and ran a further year. Most episodes are in the public domain. The play of the game, however, was secondary to the interplay between Groucho, the contestants, and occasionally Fenneman. The program was rerun into the 1970s, and later in syndication as The Best of Groucho. As such, it was the first game show to have its reruns syndicated.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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11 Seasons • 427 Episodes
30 min per episode
1950 – 1961
Premiered: Thu, Oct 5, 1950
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 11, Episode 39: “Episode 39”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
International Certification Matrix
General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
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What is You Bet Your Life about?
You Bet Your Life is an American quiz show that aired on both radio and television. The original and best-known version was hosted by Groucho Marx of the Marx Brothers, with announcer and assistant George Fenneman. The show debuted on ABC Radio in October 1947, then moved to CBS Radio in September 1949 before making the transition to NBC-TV in October 1950. Because of its simple format, it was possible to broadcast the show simultaneously on the radio and on television. In 1960, the show was renamed The Groucho Show and ran a further year. Most episodes are in the public domain. The play of the game, however, was secondary to the interplay between Groucho, the contestants, and occasionally Fenneman. The program was rerun into the 1970s, and later in syndication as The Best of Groucho. As such, it was the first game show to have its reruns syndicated.
How many seasons does You Bet Your Life have?
You Bet Your Life comprises 11 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in You Bet Your Life?
Key cast members in You Bet Your Life include Groucho Marx, George Fenneman.
Who created or directed You Bet Your Life?
You Bet Your Life was developed and directed by Not specified.