Concentration

Concentration (1958-1959)

EndedGame Show show

Producers Jack Barry and Dan Enright created this classic game show, based on the children's matching memory game Concentration. The first match aired on August 25-29, 1958, but it seemed doomed when Barry and Enright (because of their roles in the fast-unfolding Quiz Show Scandals) were forced to relinquish their ownership of the game. However, NBC-TV took over production and the rest is history. 2 contestants, including a returning champion, competed to solve a rebus hidden beneath a board of 30 numbers (1-30). The board itself concealed the names of prizes(good or joke),wild cards and other action cards (described below). Each player in turn, called out a pair of numbers. No match gave his/her opponent control of the board, but a match gave whatever prize was printed on the card or allowed him/her to perform an action.

Networks
Scheduleevery Monday at 21:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E251Tuesday August 4, 1959Aug 4, 1959
S01E250Monday August 3, 1959Aug 3, 1959
S01E249Friday July 31, 1959Jul 31, 1959
S01E248Thursday July 30, 1959Jul 30, 1959
S01E247Wednesday July 29, 1959Jul 29, 1959
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Concentration' premiere?

'Concentration' premiered on August 25, 1958.

Who was the original host of 'Concentration'?

The original host of 'Concentration' was Hugh Downs.

Who replaced Hugh Downs as the host of 'Concentration' in 1969?

Bob Clayton replaced Hugh Downs as the host of 'Concentration' in 1969.

What was the objective of 'Concentration'?

The objective of 'Concentration' was to match pairs of numbered tiles.

What was the prize for winning 'Concentration' in the 1950s?

The prize for winning 'Concentration' in the 1950s was $500 and a new car.

What was the 'bonus round' in 'Concentration'?

The 'bonus round' in 'Concentration' was called 'Spotlight' and involved revealing a hidden word or phrase.

Who were the announcers of 'Concentration' in the 1950s?

Johnny Olson and Gene Wood were the announcers of 'Concentration' in the 1950s.

In what format were the numbered tiles displayed on the game board of 'Concentration'?

The numbered tiles on the game board of 'Concentration' were displayed in a 5x5 format.

What was the original airtime of 'Concentration' in the 1950s?

The original airtime of 'Concentration' in the 1950s was 11:30 AM Eastern Time on NBC.

How many contestants competed in each episode of 'Concentration'?

Two contestants competed in each episode of 'Concentration'.

Did 'Concentration' have any celebrity episodes?

Yes, 'Concentration' had celebrity episodes which featured famous personalities.

How long did an episode of 'Concentration' typically last in the 1950s?

An episode of 'Concentration' typically lasted 30 minutes in the 1950s.

Cast

View all cast

Characters

View all characters

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
NCIS
Running

NCIS

NCIS (Naval Criminal Investigative Service) is more than just an action drama. With liberal doses of humor, it's a show that focuses on the sometimes complex and always amusing dynamics of a team forced to work together in high-stress situations. Leroy Jethro Gibbs, a former Marine gunnery sergeant, whose skills as an investigator are unmatched, leads this troupe of colorful personalities. Rounding out the team are Anthony DiNozzo, an ex-homicide detective whose instincts in the field are unparalleled and whose quick wit and humorous take on life make him a team favorite; the youthful and energetic forensic specialist Abby Sciuto, a talented scientist whose sharp mind matches her Goth style and eclectic tastes; Caitlin Todd, an ex-Secret Service Agent; and Timothy McGee, an MIT graduate whose brilliance with computers far overshadows his insecurities in the field; Assisting the team is medical examiner Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard, who knows it all because he's seen it all, and he's not afraid to let you know. From murder and espionage to terrorism and stolen submarines, these special agents travel the globe to investigate all crimes with Navy or Marine Corps ties.

Landman
Running

Landman

Set in the proverbial boomtowns of West Texas, Landman is a modern day tale of fortune seeking in the world of oil rigs. The series is an upstairs/downstairs story of roughnecks and wildcat billionaires fueling a boom so big, it's reshaping our climate, our economy and our geopolitics.

GenreDrama
The Creep Tapes
Running

The Creep Tapes

Based on a collection of videotapes in the secret vault of the world's deadliest and most socially uncomfortable serial killer, who hires his victims to film him for the day under false pretenses, each episode exposes a new victim from one of the fabled 'Creep Tapes'.

GenreHorror
America's Funniest Home Videos
Running

America's Funniest Home Videos

ABC's longest-running primetime entertainment show, America's Funniest Home Videos, returns for season 36 this fall with the same mission -- giving families something genuinely funny to enjoy together on Sunday nights.

"AFV," the longest-running primetime entertainment show in ABC history, returns for season 36 with the same mission - to provide viewers with hysterical moments that fly by at a dizzying pace.

The Real Housewives of Potomac
Running

The Real Housewives of Potomac

Just up the river from our nation's capital lies a hidden gem—Potomac, Maryland. Its rolling hills, gated mansions, sophisticated prep schools, and exclusive country clubs all serve to keep the area invitation-only. Sprinkled throughout this community are a handful of old-line, wealthy African-American families who have historically broken racial barriers to provide a life of privilege for their children. The Real Housewives of Potomac follows the upscale lives of six intriguing, well-to-do women: Gizelle Bryant, Katie Rost, Karen Huger, Charrisse Jackson-Jordan, Robyn Dixon, and Ashley Darby, all of whom have fought for their places in this society by way of legacy or marriage. In a town where entry is granted only through class, pedigree, and lineage, how far will these ladies go to secure their spot at the top of this prestigious circle?