Face the Ace

Face the Ace (2009-2010)

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Face the Ace was a poker-themed game show on the NBC television network first airing August 1, 2009. The show is hosted by Steve Schirripa (The Sopranos) along with hostess/spokesmodel Megan Abrigo and features the commentary of Ali Nejad, who also commentates for NBC's Poker After Dark. The show's primary sponsor is Full Tilt Poker, which supplies the contestants and the professional poker players ("aces") against whom they compete.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E07Episode 7Jan 2, 2010
S01E06Episode 6Dec 12, 2009
S01E05Episode 5Nov 14, 2009
S01E04Episode 4Oct 31, 2009
S01E03Episode 3Sep 12, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Face the Ace' first premiere?

'Face the Ace' made its debut on August 1, 2009.

What is the premise of 'Face the Ace'?

The premise of the show is to find amateur poker players and give them the chance to play against professional poker players in a high-stakes game.

Who is the host of 'Face the Ace'?

The show is hosted by Steve Schirripa, who is best known for his role in 'The Sopranos'.

How many professional poker players compete in each episode?

Four professional poker players compete against the amateur player in each episode.

Can contestants choose which professional poker player to play against?

Yes, the contestant gets to pick which professional poker player they want to play against.

What is the biggest prize a contestant can win on 'Face the Ace'?

The biggest prize a contestant can win on 'Face the Ace' is $1,000,000.

How long is each episode of 'Face the Ace'?

Each episode of 'Face the Ace' is one hour long.

Were there any celebrity guests that appeared on 'Face the Ace'?

Yes, celebrities such as UFC fighter Chuck Liddell and actor/comedian David Alan Grier made guest appearances on the show.

Was the show only aired in the United States?

Yes, 'Face the Ace' was only aired in the United States.

How many seasons did 'Face the Ace' run for?

The show only had one season, and it aired for ten episodes.

Did the show receive any awards or nominations?

No, 'Face the Ace' did not receive any awards or nominations.

Was 'Face the Ace' produced by a major television network?

No, 'Face the Ace' was produced by a smaller production company called Poker Productions.

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