Fort Boyard

Fort Boyard (1990- )

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Fort Boyard is a French game show created by Jacques Antoine that was first broadcast on 7 July 1990 (as Les Clés de Fort Boyard, shortened to Fort Boyard from the second series in 1991) and is popular to this day. It has been re-made around the world, successfully in many countries over a 25-year period.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 20:45 (110 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Fort Boyard' premiere?

'Fort Boyard' premiered on July 7, 1990.

What is the premise of 'Fort Boyard'?

'Fort Boyard' is a game show where contestants compete in physical challenges to win keys and ultimately unlock the treasure inside the fortress of Fort Boyard.

Who hosts 'Fort Boyard' in its first season?

Patrice Laffont was the host of 'Fort Boyard' in its first season.

How many teams compete in each episode of 'Fort Boyard'?

Two teams compete in each episode of 'Fort Boyard'.

How many gold coins are required to access the treasure room in 'Fort Boyard'?

Seven gold coins are required to access the treasure room in 'Fort Boyard'.

What happens to teams that fail to retrieve all seven gold coins?

Teams that fail to retrieve all seven gold coins leave 'Fort Boyard' empty-handed.

What is the name of the character who patrols 'Fort Boyard' and tries to stop contestants from completing challenges?

The character who patrols 'Fort Boyard' and tries to stop contestants is named Passe-Partout.

What is the name of the character who guards the treasure in 'Fort Boyard'?

The character who guards the treasure in 'Fort Boyard' is named La Boule.

How many keys are available to win in 'Fort Boyard'?

There are a total of ten keys available to win in 'Fort Boyard'.

How many challenges are in a typical episode of 'Fort Boyard'?

A typical episode of 'Fort Boyard' features six challenges.

What is the 'Council of the Fort'?

The 'Council of the Fort' is a group of characters who give advice to contestants throughout the game.

What is the name of the final challenge in 'Fort Boyard'?

The final challenge in 'Fort Boyard' is called the 'Treasure Room'.

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Also known as

  • Les Clés de Fort Boyard (France)
  • Форт Боярд (Russian Federation)

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