Each night contestants compete for escalating prizes that could ultimately total one million dollars. The high scorers in that round will become one of ten finalists and two alternates brought, with their guests, to New York City to tape an episode of the program. Round Three is played with host Regis Philbin before a national television audience. On the televised show, the ten finalists compete against each other to answer one question. In a unique twist, contestants get to see each question before deciding whether or not to advance.
Contestants can choose to walk away at any time with what they've won so far.
But, if they have the courage to go for it, they could become instant millionaires. Under acute pressure, the contestant gets to make one phone call live from the studio to a friend or family member. That person has 30 seconds to listen to the multi-choice question and tell the contestant what he or she thinks is the right answer. Walt Disney Internet Group, ABC inc.