American Inventor

American Inventor (2006-2007)

EndedReality show

American Inventor, an exciting series is about the biggest search ever for America's best new invention. American Inventor, the embodiment of the ultimate American dream, will uncover the hottest new product and make one struggling inventor's dream come true. With one million dollars at stake, American Inventor will celebrate the best in homespun American ingenuity. National casting calls were held in seven major cities across the country, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Denver, Chicago, Washington DC and Atlanta. Thousands of inventors, tinkerers and entrepreneurs of all ages applied. Viewers will see inventors all of all ages present their most prized inventions.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E08Season Finaleaoût 1, 2007
S02E07Semi-Finalistsjuil. 25, 2007
S02E06Houston and Tampa (2)juil. 18, 2007
S02E05Houston and Tampajuil. 11, 2007
S02E04New York and Chicago (2)juin 27, 2007
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'American Inventor' premiere?

'American Inventor' premiered on March 16, 2006.

Who was the host of 'American Inventor'?

The host of 'American Inventor' was Matt Gallant.

Who were the judges on 'American Inventor'?

The judges on 'American Inventor' were Peter Jones, Ed Evangelista, Mary Lou Quinlan, and Doug Hall.

What was the concept of 'American Inventor'?

'American Inventor' was a reality competition show where inventors presented their inventions to a panel of judges in hopes of winning a cash prize and the chance to turn their invention into a successful product.

How many contestants were there in the first season of 'American Inventor'?

There were 12 contestants in the first season of 'American Inventor'.

Who won the first season of 'American Inventor'?

Janusz Liberkowski won the first season of 'American Inventor' with his invention, the Anecia Survival Capsule.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'American Inventor'?

The first season of 'American Inventor' had a total of 12 episodes.

Did 'American Inventor' have any international adaptations?

Yes, 'American Inventor' had international adaptations in countries like the United Kingdom, Australia, and France.

Were there any notable inventions featured on 'American Inventor'?

Yes, there were several notable inventions featured on 'American Inventor', including the Perfect Punch, the GloveLite, and the Guardian Angel car seat.

Did 'American Inventor' have any celebrity guest judges?

Yes, 'American Inventor' had celebrity guest judges such as George Foreman, Pat Croce, and Mary Lou Retton.

Did 'American Inventor' have any controversies during its run?

Yes, 'American Inventor' faced controversy when it was revealed that one of the finalists had previously appeared on another reality show, leading to questions about the authenticity of the competition.

Was 'American Inventor' well-received by critics?

Reviews for 'American Inventor' were mixed, with some critics praising its concept and emotional moments, while others criticized it for being repetitive and lacking innovation.

How did 'American Inventor' impact the inventors who participated?

'American Inventor' provided a platform for inventors to showcase their creations to a wide audience, which often led to increased exposure and opportunities for their inventions.

Did 'American Inventor' inspire any aspiring inventors?

Yes, 'American Inventor' inspired many aspiring inventors to pursue their ideas and inventions, as it showed that even ordinary people could create something impactful.

Did 'American Inventor' have any spin-offs or follow-up shows?

No, 'American Inventor' did not have any spin-offs or follow-up shows.

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