Classic Concentration/Episode Guide/1988

## Week #031

 Episode #
 #0159 | January 01, 1988

## Week #032

 Episode #
 #0161 | January 05, 1988
 #0163 | January 07, 1988

## Week #033

 Episode #
 #0166 | January 12, 1988
 #0168 | January 14, 1988
 #0169 | January 15, 1988

## Week #034

 Episode #
 #0171 | January 19, 1988
 #0173 | January 21, 1988
 #0175 | January 25, 1988

## Week #035

 Episode #
 #0176 | January 26, 1988
 #0177 | January 27, 1988
 #0179 | January 29, 1988

## Week #036

**Home Rebus Contest Week I on February 08**

 Episode #
 #0181 | February 02, 1988
 #0182 | February 03, 1988
 #0183 | February 04, 1988
 #0184 | February 05, 1988

## Week #037

**Home Rebus Contest Week I on February 09-12**

 Episode #
 #0186 | February 09, 1988
 #0187 | February 10, 1988
 #0188 | February 11, 1988
 #0189 | February 12, 1988
 #0190 | February 15, 1988

## Week #038

**South Seas Adventure Week on February 22**

 Episode #
 #0191 | February 16, 1988
 #0195 | February 22, 1988

## Week #039

**South Seas Adventure Week on February 23-26**

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 #0196 | February 23, 1988
 #0197 | February 24, 1988
 #0199 | February 26, 1988
 #0200 | February 29, 1988

## Week #040

 Episode #
 #0201 | March 01, 1988
 #0202 | March 02, 1988
 #0203 | March 03, 1988
 #0204 | March 04, 1988
 #0205 | March 07, 1988

## Week #041

 Episode #
 #0206 | March 08, 1988
 #0207 | March 09, 1988
 #0208 | March 10, 1988
 #0209 | March 11, 1988
 #0210 | March 14, 1988

## Week #042

 Episode #
 #0211 | March 15, 1988
 #0212 | March 16, 1988

## Week #043

 Episode #
 #0216 | March 22, 1988
 #0217 | March 23, 1988
 #0219 | March 25, 1988

## Week #044

 Episode #
 #0220 | March 28, 1988
 #0221 | March 29, 1988
 #0222 | March 30, 1988
 #0223 | March 31, 1988
 #0224 | April 01, 1988

## Week #045

 Episode #
 #0225 | April 04, 1988
 #0227 | April 06, 1988
 #0228 | April 07, 1988
 #0229 | April 08, 1988

## Week #046

 Episode #
 #0230 | April 11, 1988
 #0233 | April 14, 1988
 #0234 | April 15, 1988

## Week #047

 Episode #
 #0235 | April 18, 1988
 #0236 | April 19, 1988
 #0237 | April 20, 1988
 #0238 | April 21, 1988

## Week #048

 Episode #
 #0240 | April 25, 1988
 #0242 | April 27, 1988
 #0244 | April 29, 1988

## Week #049

**Home Rebus Contest Week II**

 Episode #
 #0245 | May 02, 1988
 #0246 | May 03, 1988
 #0249 | May 06, 1988

## Week #050 (March 26, 1988)

 Episode #
 #0250 | May 09, 1988
 #0251 | May 10, 1988
 #0253 | May 12, 1988

## Week #051

**Home Rebus Contest Week III**

 Episode #
 #0255 | May 16, 1988
 #0257 | May 18, 1988
 #0258 | May 19, 1988

## Week #052

 Episode #
 #0260 | May 23, 1988
 #0263 | May 26, 1988
 #0264 | May 27, 1988

## Week #053

 Episode #
 #0265 | May 30, 1988
 #0266 | May 31, 1988
 #0267 | June 01, 1988
 #0268 | June 02, 1988

## Week #054

 Episode #
 #0270 | June 06, 1988

## Week #055

 Episode #
 #0275 | June 13, 1988
 #0276 | June 14, 1988
 #0278 | June 16, 1988
 #0279 | June 17, 1988

## Week #056

 Episode #
 #0280 | June 20, 1988
 #0282 | June 22, 1988
 #0284 | June 24, 1988

## Week #057

 Episode #
 #0285 | June 27, 1988
 #0286 | June 28, 1988
 #0287 | June 29, 1988
 #0288 | June 30, 1988
 #0289 | July 01, 1988

## Week #058

**Summer Fun on Wheels Week I**

 Episode #
 #0290 | July 05, 1988
 #0293 | July 08, 1988
 #0294 | July 11, 1988

## Week #059

 Episode #
 #0295 | July 12, 1988
 #0297 | July 14, 1988
 #0298 | July 15, 1988

## Week #060

 Episode #
 #0300 | July 19, 1988
 #0301 | July 20, 1988
 #0302 | July 21, 1988
 #0304 | July 25, 1988

## Week #061

 Episode #
 #0305 | July 26, 1988
 #0307 | July 28, 1988
 #0308 | July 29, 1988
 #0309 | August 01, 1988

## Week #062

 Episode #
 #0310 | August 02, 1988
 #0311 | August 03, 1988
 #0313 | August 05, 1988

## Week #063

 Episode #
 #0315 | August 09, 1988
 #0317 | August 11, 1988
 #0319 | August 15, 1988

## Week #064

 Episode #
 #0320 | August 16, 1988
 #0321 | August 17, 1988
 #0322 | August 18, 1988
 #0324 | August 22, 1988

## Week #065

**End of Summer Bash Week I**

 Episode #
 #0325 | August 23, 1988
 #0326 | August 24, 1988
 #0327 | August 25, 1988
 #0328 | August 26, 1988

## Week #066

**End of Summer Bash Week II**

 Episode #
 #0329 | August 29, 1988
 #0330 | August 30, 1988
 #0331 | August 31, 1988
 #0332 | September 01, 1988
 #0333 | September 02, 1988

## Week #067

 Episode #
 #0334 | September 05, 1988
 #0335 | September 06, 1988
 #0336 | September 07, 1988
 #0338 | September 09, 1988

## Week #068

 Episode #
 #0339 | September 12, 1988
 #0341 | September 14, 1988
 #0342 | September 15, 1988
 #0343 | September 16, 1988

## Week #069

 Episode #
 #0344 | September 19, 1988
 #0345 | September 20, 1988
 #0346 | September 21, 1988
 #0347 | September 22, 1988
 #0348 | September 23, 1988

## Week #070

 Episode #
 #0349 | September 26, 1988
 #0350 | September 27, 1988
 #0353 | September 30, 1988

## Week #071

 Episode #
 #0354 | October 03, 1988
 #0355 | October 04, 1988
 #0356 | October 05, 1988

## Week #072

 Episode #
 #0359 | October 10, 1988
 #0361 | October 12, 1988
 #0362 | October 13, 1988
 #0363 | October 14, 1988

## Week #073

 Episode #
 #0364 | October 17, 1988
 #0366 | October 19, 1988

## Week #074

**Halloween Week**

 Episode #
 #0369 | October 24, 1988
 #0370 | October 25, 1988
 #0371 | October 26, 1988
 #0373 | October 28, 1988
 #0374 | October 31, 1988

## Week #075

 Episode #
 #0375 | November 01, 1988
 #0377 | November 03, 1988

## Week #076

 Episode #
 #0379 | November 07, 1988
 #0380 | November 08, 1988

## Week #077

'**50's Sock Hop Week**

 Episode #
 #0384 | November 14, 1988
 #0385 | November 15, 1988
 #0386 | November 16, 1988
 #0387 | November 17, 1988
 #0388 | November 18, 1988

## Week #078 (October 18, 1988)

 Episode #
 #0389 | November 21, 1988
 #0392 | November 28, 1988

## Week #079

 Episode #
 #0394 | November 30, 1988
 #0397 | December 05, 1988

## Week #080

 Episode #
 #0399 | December 07, 1988
 #0402 | December 12, 1988
 #0403 | December 13, 1988

## Week #081

 Episode #
 #0404 | December 14, 1988
 #0405 | December 15, 1988
 #0406 | December 16, 1988
 #0407 | December 19, 1988

## Notes

1. ↑ Featured prizes: Piano (Game 1) and Massage Table (Game 2). Both *$ale of the Century* and *Classic Concentration* were shown on this day, and weren't preempted for *The 99th Annual Tournament of Roses Parade* and *College Football*, like the rest of NBC's daytime lineup from 11:00 a.m. EST on was. Philip wins Horse-Riding Lessons. The exact amount of Philip's prizes in Game 1 were not specified, but they were worth $1,139. The rebus in Game 2 is New Year's themed ("Ring in the New Year"). Susie wins a very nice prize haul in Game 2 with six of them claimed for a total of $7,349. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was not interrupted.
2. ↑ Featured prizes: Carousel Horse (Game 1) and Video Camera (Game 2). After four attempts, Jeff wins a Toyota Celica worth $14,631 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and his family comes up on stage. Jeff retires undefeated with $17,941 in prizes, and is the first champion of 1988. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Jeff retiring. Kathy didn't win any prizes in Game 2. Game 2 was interrupted.
3. ↑ Originally scheduled for January 04-08, 1988. Starting with this week, Marjorie now holds a Contestant Plug sign on the steps, as opposed to standing in front of a freeze-framed green screen puzzle board. Featured prizes: Washer and Dryer (Game 1) and Motor Scooter (Game 2). The exact amount of the Washer/Dryer Kathy won in Game 1 was not specified, but they were worth $818. Patrick didn't win any prizes in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was interrupted.
4. ↑ Featured prizes: Wet/Dry Sauna (Game 1) and Organ (Game 2). After four attempts, Kathy wins a Nissan Sentra worth $8,434 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Kathy retires undefeated with $11,185 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Kathy retiring, and Alex forgets the new rule. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved the puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited." Game 2 was not interrupted.
5. ↑ Featured prizes: Diamond Earrings (Game 1) and Cappuccino Espresso Maker (Game 2). Greg didn't win any prizes in Game 2. After three attempts, Greg wins a Ford Festiva worth $7,786 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and retires undefeated. His girlfriend and his friend come up on stage He is the first player to win a car and retire with no other prizes. Game 2 was interrupted.
6. ↑ Featured prizes: Therapeutic Spa (Game 1) and Wing Sailer (Game 2). Sandra and a single new player start the episode off due to Greg retiring. Alex accidentally calls Sandra a newcomer. Glenn in Game 2 is in a wheelchair, and has a Dog with a nametag named Merlin. Sandra found the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row, but unfortunately, she did not win it. Glenn did not win any prizes in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was interrupted.
7. ↑ Featured prizes: Venetian Mirror (Game 1) and Limited Edition Artwork (Game 2). Both Glenn and Mike in Games 1 and 2 respectively were police officers. Sandra retires undefeated with $19,828 in prizes. No Winner's Circle wins. Glenn's Dog returns in the credits. Game 2 was not interrupted.
8. ↑ Originally scheduled for January 11-15, 1988. New intro: Alex returns to doing a quick monologue upon reaching the bottom of the entrance steps. Featured prizes: French Baker's Rack (Game 1) and Hutch (Game 2). Two new players start the episode off due to Sandra retiring. At the start, Alex alludes to Greg winning on episode #0163, but doesn't allude to Sandra until the first Winner's Circle. The exact amount of the Hutch Aggie won was not specified, but it was worth $1,425. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was interrupted.
9. ↑ Featured prizes: Jukebox (Game 1) and Gold Diamond Bracelet (Game 2). Chuck shows a picture of his Dog in Game 1 for good luck. *Shake Your Love* by Debbie Gibson plays on the Jukebox in Game 1. Chuck wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $8,528. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was interrupted.
10. ↑ Close-up of the contestant by Alex's side after he or she is told to come on down after solving a puzzle now appears. Featured prizes: Handsome Illuminated Globe (Game 1) and Season Tickets to Your Favorite Team for a Year (Game 2). Alex mentions a Sydney, Australia group in the audience. The exact amount of the prizes Chuck won in Game 1 were not specified. After nine attempts, Chuck wins a Subaru Justy worth $5,911 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and his friend Victor comes up on stage. Chuck retires undefeated with $21,393 in prizes. Alex says they had never gotten up to 75 seconds before, but they did in episode #0070. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Chuck retiring. The exact amount of the Crystal Gift Certificate Debbie won in Game 2 was not specified. Game 2 was not interrupted.
11. ↑ Featured prizes: Oriental Rug (Game 1) and Diamond Ring (Game 2). No free spaces were revealed in Game 1 due to the number of blank ones. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was interrupted.
12. ↑ Featured prizes: Gas Range (Game 1) and Copper Pots and Pans (Game 2). After four attempts, Barry wins a Ford Festiva worth $7,786 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Barry retires undefeated with $15,322 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Barry retiring. Game 2 was interrupted.
13. ↑ Originally scheduled for January 18-22, 1988. During the parting gift description, Gene Wood now says, "We'll be back to Alex Trebek in just a moment". Featured prizes: Popcorn Machine (Game 1) and Remote Control Stereo (Game 2). No free spaces were revealed in Game 1 due to the amount of blank ones. The 1960's NBC game show *You Don't Say!* is the solution to the puzzle in Game 1. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second one had a very heartbreaking loss. Game 2 was not interrupted.
14. ↑ Featured prizes: Telescope (Game 1) and Gold/Tea Coffee Service (Game 2). The exact amount of Susan's prizes in Game 2 were not specified, but they were worth $851. The first Winner's Circle had a painful loss. After five attempts, Susan wins a Pontiac LeMans worth $9,588 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Susan retires with $12,266 in prizes. Game 2 was interrupted.
15. ↑ Featured prizes: 40 Inch Projector TV (Game 1) and Punch Bowl (Game 2). Mike and a single new player start the episode off due to Susan retiring. A completely different Mike appears in Game 2. Alex says the puzzle in Game 2 is a very busy one. The exact amount of the Rope Hammock Mike won in Game 2 was not specified. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was interrupted.
16. ↑ Featured prizes: 250 CC Motorcycle (Game 1) and Baby Grand Piano (Game 2). Quick solves from Terri. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second one had a heartbreaking loss. Game 2 was not interrupted.
17. ↑ Featured prizes: Pearl Necklace (Game 1) and BBQ Oven Rotisserie Cart (Game 2). Terri finds the $500 bonus in Game 1 for finding two WILD! cards in a row, and wins it. Alex jokes about the reasoning why his first marriage ended due to Silk Pajamas in Game 2. Bad solve from Rocky in Game 2. After six attempts, Terri wins a Dodge Caravan worth $12,335 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and her family comes up on stage. Terri retires undefeated with $31,491 in prizes, the biggest amount under the new limit for the Winner's Circle so far. Game 2 was interrupted.
18. ↑ Originally scheduled for January 25-29, 1988. Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and Flowers for a Year (Game 2). Rocky and a single new player start the episode off due to Terri retiring. Quick solves from Darlene. Darlene didn't win any prizes in Game 2. Darlene references to the time the title of the show was the solution to a puzzle. No Winner's Circle wins. Gene Wood: "Because of an inadvertent reveal, the puzzle was replaced and the program edited." Game 2 was not interrupted.
19. ↑ Featured prizes: Organ (Game 1) and Riding Lawn Mower (Game 2). Alex Trebek's short-lived Goodson-Todman game, 1976's *Double Dare*, is the solution to the puzzle in the intro. The exact amount of Darlene's prizes in Game 1 were not specified, but they were worth $220. David in Game 2 reveals that his mother was on the original *Concentration* 25 years ago. After four attempts (and with no time left on the clock), David wins a Nissan Sentra worth $8,434 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and his family and friends come up on stage. David retires undefeated with $16,028 in prizes. Game 2 was not interrupted.
20. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. Two new players start the episode off due to David retiring. No Winner's Circle wins.
21. ↑ Featured prizes: Massage Table (Game 1) and Diamond Pearl Earrings (Game 2). At the beginning, Patrick Pilano appears, pretends to be the host, and Alex is on the player island. Alex is buzzed telling his story. After four attempts, Susan wins a Jeep Cherokee worth $14,562 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and her family comes up on stage. Susan retires undefeated with $18,829 in prizes. Game 2 was not interrupted.
22. ↑ Featured prizes: Cappuccino Machine (Game 1) and Mini Appliance Package (Game 2). Two new players start the episode off due to Susan retiring. Quick solves from Paula. Paula has the toy Frog shown prominently in prizes all week long for good luck in the second Winner's Circle. No Winner's Circle wins, and the first one had a strikeout. Gene Wood: "Because of a technical problem, the endgame was replaced and the program edited." Game 2 was not interrupted.
23. ↑ Minor Main Game change: Beginning with this episode, and due to viewer demand for fairness, a 2nd TAKE! Card is added. It is violet. Because of this, Alex now calls the color of the card each time it is revealed on the board. Now the prize board has 8 prizes, both TAKE! Cards, and 3 WILD! Cards. The possibility is now eight prizes and both $500 bonuses taking up a player's board. The SFX for correct guesses is now in the key of E Major instead of G Major. New buzzer if time is up in Winner's Circle, or if an incorrect guess is made. Transition squares now orange. Eligibility requirements disclaimer replaces "Win" with "Receive", and "Distributed by Jim Victory Television” only appears in full credit rolls. Total winnings now fade in when displayed. Featured prizes: 40 Inch Projector TV (Game 1) and Wet and Dry Sauna (Game 2). Alex plugs the Home Rebus contest starting February 08 at the beginning. He also announces that Marjorie is getting engaged to Tim Cutt, the Associate Director. Paul from the "Cherry Boats U-V Fye-Oar" incident is back due to an error. Both contestants in Game 2 have the same names as an early 1960's singing duo. Quick solve from Paula in Game 2. The exact amount of the 200 Lottery Tickets Paula won in Game 2 was not specified, but they were worth $200. After four attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Paula wins a Suzuki Samurai worth $8,650 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Paula retires undefeated with $17,866 in prizes. Game 2 was not interrupted.
24. ↑ Featured prizes: Wing Sailer (Game 1) and Evening Dress (Game 2). Two new contestants start the episode off due to Paula retiring. Quick solve from Linda in Game 1. Correct guess SFX inadvertently plays in Game 2. Alex references *Password Plus*, another Goodson-Todman game show (though not *Super Password*, the then-currently airing version on NBC at Noon, oddly enough). Linda wins a very nice prize haul in Game 2, with five of them claimed for a total of $7,564. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was not interrupted.
25. ↑ Featured prizes: Motor Scooter (Game 1) and Steaks for a Year (Game 2). Alex notes two Latinos in Game 1. Linda wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1, with six of them claimed for a total of $9,859. Gene says it's a record, but Vera won $14,658 in episode #0109. After three attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Linda wins a Mitsubishi Mirage worth $8,888 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her husband comes up on stage. The Ford Aerostar Wagon was mistakenly lit up. Linda retires undefeated with $28,896 in prizes. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Claradell didn't win any prizes in Game 2. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved two puzzles, they were replaced and the program edited." Game 2 was interrupted.
26. ↑ Featured prizes: Bamboo Mirror (Game 1) and Jet Ski (Game 2). Mark Goodson, the head of the production company behind this program, is the solution to the opening puzzle. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was interrupted.
27. ↑ For February 1988 Sweeps, two special weeks were taped. First up was Home Rebus Contest Week I. Rebuses would be shown, and if the home viewer solved all five of them, prizes such as a Video Camera Recorder, or $1,000 in cash would be won. This episode aired as Day 1 of Home Rebus Contest Week I. "Family Ties" (from #0033) was shown on Day 1. Featured prizes: Electronic Keyboard (Game 1) and Grandfather Clock (Game 2). After five attempts, Sandy wins a Daihatsu Charade worth $6,674 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and her husband and neighbor come up on stage. Sandy retires undefeated with $11,124 in prizes; her exact total was not specified. Game 2 was interrupted.
28. ↑ The violet TAKE! Card has been changed to red. Copyright date now says ©MCMLXXXVIII. This episode aired as Day 2 of Home Rebus Contest Week I. "Debra Winger" (from #0003) was shown on Day 2. Featured prizes: Limited Edition Artwork (Game 1) and 45 Piece China Set (Game 2). Peter and a single new player start the episode due to Sandy retiring. Quick solve from Peter in Game 1. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was interrupted.
29. ↑ This episode aired as Day 3 of Home Rebus Contest Week I. "The Great Lakes" was shown on Day 3. Featured prizes: Pearl Necklace (Game 1) and Jukebox (Game 2). Quick solve from Peter in Game 1. After three attempts, Peter wins a Volkswagen Jetta worth $11,805 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and his brother Paul comes up on stage. Peter retires undefeated with $25,608 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Peter retiring. Jim in Game 2 has no relation to Mark or Marjorie Goodson. at all. The exact amount of the Cooking Lessons Marti won in Game 2 was not specified. Game 2 was not interrupted.
30. ↑ This episode aired as Day 4 of Home Rebus Contest Week I. "Good Night" was shown on Day 4. Featured prizes: Massage Table (Game 1) and Carousel Horse (Game 2). A bad missolve from Marti costs her an opportunity to win a good amount of prizes. Alex references the upcoming Ray Combs revival of *Family Feud*. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Judi in Game 2 finds the $500 bonus for matching two WILD! Cards in a row, but it was taken by Larry. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second one had a strikeout. Game 2 was interrupted.
31. ↑ This episode aired as the final day of Home Rebus Contest Week I. "Barney Miller" (from #0029) was shown on the final day. Featured prizes: Greenhouse (Game 1) and Ski Equipment/Clothes (Game 2). Quick solve from Judi in Game 2. The exact amount of Judi's prizes in Game 2 were not specified, but they were worth $2,967. No Winner's Circle wins, and both of them had heartbreaking losses. Game 2 was not interrupted.
32. ↑ Featured prizes: Flowers for a Year (Game 1) and Ruby Heart Pendant (Game 2). Quick solve from Judi in Game 1. After six attempts, Judi wins a Volkswagen Jetta worth $11,805 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Judi retires undefeated with $25,807 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Judi retiring. The exact amount of the Bowling Package Michael won was not specified, but they were worth $329. At the end of the show, Alex starts plugging a South Seas Adventure Week, which aired February 22-26. Judi presently has the fastest time with 43 seconds. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solve a puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited." Game 2 was not interrupted.
33. ↑ Featured prizes: Tennis Server/Rackets (Game 1) and Gold Diamond Bracelet (Game 2). Alex announces the South Seas Adventure Week will start next Monday. In Game 2, Alex asks for a closeup of a picture of Sherry's Dog from director Marc Breslow. After three attempts, Sherry wins a Mitsubishi Mirage worth $8,888 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Sherry retires undefeated with $10,938 in prizes, and has the new fastest time so far for the South Seas Adventure Week with 40 seconds. Game 2 was interrupted.
34. ↑ Featured prizes: Brass Bed (Game 1) and Inflatable Catamaran (Game 2). Michael and a single new player start the episode off due to Sherry retiring. Quick solve from Michael in Game 1. No Winner's Circle wins. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved a puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited." Game 2 was not interrupted.
35. ↑ Featured prizes: Therapeutic Spa (Game 1) and Hutch (Game 2). The exact amount of the Computer Susan won was not specified, but it was worth $953. Quick solve from Ross in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was not interrupted.
36. ↑ Featured prizes: Diamond Sapphire Ring (Game 1) and Video Game (Game 2). After five attempts, Ross wins a Mazda RX-7 worth $16,250 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Ross retires undefeated with $24,090 in prizes, and sets the new benchmark with 52 seconds for South Seas Adventure Week, which began on the following episode. Unlike the Around the World Week from three months ago, it was decided that the most recent player to win a car would have the benchmark time. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Ross retiring. Sue didn't win any prizes in Game 2. Game 2 was interrupted.
37. ↑ This episode aired as Day 1 of South Seas Adventure Week, and this was the other special week taped for February 1988 Sweeps. The contestant with the fastest time all week long would win an all expenses paid trip for two to New Zealand, Tahiti, Samoa, and Hawaii. It was the last time a week promoting a vacation getaway would be done. A wreath with the words "SOUTH SEAS ADVENTURE RECORD HOLDER" is superimposed around Ross. Featured prizes: Copper Pots and Pans (Game 1) and Piano (Game 2). The first puzzle was "I Cannot Tell a Lie", a catchphrase of George Washington, which was fitting given this episode aired on his birthday. Brady has a torn ankle and is on crutches. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second one had a heartbreaking loss. The exact amount of Kathy's prizes in Game 2 were not specified. Game 2 was interrupted.
38. ↑ Backdrop has a more violet tone. Transition squares red again. Winner's Circle board timer bigger and vertical bar removed. This episode aired as Day 2 of South Seas Adventure Week. Featured prizes: 40 Inch Projector TV (Game 1) and Cappuccino Espresso Machine (Game 2). The exact amount of Kathy's prizes in Game 1 were not specified, but she had $800 by this point. After four attempts, Kathy wins a Volkswagen Cabriolet worth $15,214 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, her mother comes up on stage, and she has also set the new benchmark time of 42 seconds. Losing horns inadvertently plays. Kathy retires undefeated with $16,014 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Kathy retiring. Game 2 was interrupted.
39. ↑ This episode aired as Day 3 of South Seas Adventure Week. Featured prizes: Wing Sailer (Game 1) and Flowers Each Week (Game 2). A bit of a delay in confirming the solution to the puzzle in Game 1 ("Good Morning") was correct. Janet in Game 2 has Gumby for good luck. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 2 was interrupted.
40. ↑ This episode aired as Day 4 of South Seas Adventure Week. Featured prizes: Human Powered Hot Rod (Game 1) and Diamond Pearl Necklace (Game 2). Norm didn't win any prizes in Game 2. After five attempts, Norm wins a Toyota Pickup worth $7,678 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, but doesn't break Kathy's record. Norm retires undefeated with $22,253 in prizes. Game 2 was interrupted.
41. ↑ This episode aired as the final day of South Seas Adventure Week. Featured prizes: Steaks for a Year (Game 1) and Oriental Rug (Game 2). Glori and a single new player start the episode off due to Norm retiring. Layne Beamer had been an actor, starring in the Pilot episode of *Qunatum Leap*. The exact amount of Layne's prizes in both games were not specified, but they were worth $1,564. No Winner's Circle wins, and Kathy Brenet was the winner of the South Seas Adventure with 42 seconds. The grand prize all week long was worth $11,930, bringing her grand total to $27,944 in prizes. Marjorie presents her with some leis. Game 2 was not interrupted.
42. ↑ Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and Electric Range w/Microwave (Game 2). No Winner's Circle wins. The 200th episode and Leap Year, but no such mention was made. Game 2 was not interrupted.
43. ↑ Featured prizes: Brass Cradle (Game 1) and Roll-Top Desk and Chair (Game 2). The solution to the first puzzle is *Winner Take All*, the first Goodson-Todman game show. George wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $8,225. After six attempts, George wins a Toyota Pickup worth $7,678 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. George retires undefeated with $18,967 in prizes. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved a puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited." Game 2 was not interrupted.
44. ↑ Featured prizes: Jukebox (Game 1) and Gold Diamond Bracelet (Game 2). Two new players star the episode off due to George retiring. After two attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Dorothy wins a Nissan Sentra worth $6,749 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and her family comes up on stage. Dorothy retires undefeated with $17,528 in prizes. Game 2 was interrupted.
45. ↑ Featured prizes: Massage Table (Game 1) and Greenhouse (Game 2). Keith and a single new player start the episode off due to Dorothy retiring. Mark Dawson, a future Tournament of Champions winner on *Jeopardy!*, is a contestant in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second one had a heartbreaking loss. Game 2 was not interrupted.
46. ↑ Featured prizes: Inflatable Boat (Game 1) and Hot Dog Cart (Game 2). Pete in Game 1 is Pete Rose, not to be confused with the Baseball player of the same name. General buzzer inadvertently plays in Game 1. Sandra in Game 2 is a television news anchor in Winnipeg, Manitoba. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second one had a heartbreaking loss. Game 2 was interrupted.
47. ↑ Featured prizes: Soccer Table (Game 1) and Motor Scooter (Game 2). Alex announces at the start that the winners of Home Rebus Contest Week I will be announced on March 28, delayed by two weeks, due to a huge amount of response from home viewers. The exact amount of the Ceiling Fan Sandra won in Game 1 was not specified, but it was worth $100. After five attempts, Sandra wins an Alfa Romeo Graduate worth $16,953 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her sister Sharon comes up on stage. Sandra retires undefeated with $17,053 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Sandra retiring. Game 2 was interrupted.
48. ↑ Featured prizes: Wet and Dry Sauna (Game 1) and Aquarium (Game 2). Alex salutes WFMJ-TV of Youngstown, Ohio for being part of NBC for 35 years at the start. Unannounced final week with the original format. Quick solve from Mark in Game 1. No Winner's Circle wins, and the first one had a heartbreaking loss. Game 2 was not interrupted.
49. ↑ Featured prizes: Cakes Each Month (Game 1) and Illuminated Globe w/Stand (Game 2). Alex says the Game 1 puzzle might be busy. Mark wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with all eight of them claimed for a total of $8,787. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. The exact amount of the Bowling Package Mark won in Game 2 was not specified, but they were worth $329. After five attempts, Mark wins a Toyota Pickup worth $7,678 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Mark retires undefeated with $21,667 in prizes. Game 2 was interrupted.
50. ↑ Featured prizes: Season Tickets to Your Favorite Team for a Year (Game 1) and Man's Gold/Diamond Ring (Game 2). Sue and a single new player start the episode off due to Mark retiring. Alex announces at the start that the five winners of Home Rebus Contest Week I will be announced on March 21 instead of 28. The contestants in Game 1 throw shade at some of the prizes. For the description of the featured prize in Game 2, a close up of it on Alex's hand was performed. Quick solve from Sue in Game 2. The exact amount of Sue's prizes in Game 2 were not specified, but they were worth $730. No Winner's Circle wins. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved the puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited." Game 2 was not interrupted.
51. ↑ Featured prizes: Picnic Basket (Game 1) and Fashion Lamps (Game 2). Quick solve from Sue in Game 1. After three attempts, Sue wins a Shelby Lancer worth $18,000 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her husband comes up on stage. This is the most expensive car won so far. Sue retires undefeated with $28,574 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Sue retiring. Quick solve from Joy in Game 2. Game 2 was not interrupted.
52. ↑ Featured prizes: China Cabinet (Game 1) and Grandfather Clock (Game 2). Robert's total in Game 1 wasn't a record (again, see Vera in episode #0109). No Winner's Circle wins. Last show with the original format. Game 2 was interrupted.
53. ↑ Major format change: Due to concerns the show was having about fairness, contestants now keep playing until someone earns two strikes, or until someone wins a new car. For this reason, a pair of yellow-coated light indicators have been installed on each podium. Each indicator has a red light with an X on it, to indicate that a strike was earned. Mark Goodson Productions had previously used this format on *The Better Sex* in 1977 and *Body Language* from September 24, 1984 on. Featured prizes: Inflatable Catamaran (Game 1) and Patio Dining Furniture (Game 2). After four attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Robert wins a Jeep Wrangler Sahara worth $12,734 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and his family comes up on stage. Robert retires undefeated with $31,131 in prizes. Diane and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Robert retiring. The exact amount of the His/Her Diamond Watches Diane earned in Game 2 was not specified, but they were worth $500. Diane in Game 1 and Kevin in Game 2 each earned a strike.
54. ↑ Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and Buffet/Hutch (Game 2). No Winner's Circle wins. Kevin in Game 1 and Diane in Game 2 each earned a strike, and both are out.
55. ↑ Featured prizes: Popcorn Cart (Game 1) and Diamond Ring (Game 2). Alex mentions at the start that it's St. Patrick's Day. After four attempts, Wilson wins a Jeep Wrangler Sahara worth $12,734 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Wilson retires undefeated with $16,394 in prizes. Cheryl and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Wilson retiring. A different Kevin appears in Game 2. Cheryl earned a strike in both games, and is out.
56. ↑ Featured prizes: Filet Mignon for a Year (Game 1) and Family Game Table (Game 2). A picture of Kathy's baby boy is shown in Game 1. Kevin makes a comment in Game 2 about the Sewing Machine that women's rights groups would call sexist. No Winner's Circle wins. Kevin in Game 1 and Kathy in Game 2 each earned a strike.
57. ↑ The start of the revealing of the winners of Home Rebus Contest Week I. A rundown of all winning answers (white text) with the solutions (yellow text) that were used February 08-12, 1988, in a blue text box, was shown. An added disclaimer at the end says "Contest Winners must meet eligibility requirements in order to win announced prizes. In the event of non-compliance alternate winners have been drawn." The first winner of February's Home Rebus Contest Week I was Michael Henning of Brewster, Minnesota, who won a Panasonic Camcorder. Featured prizes: Motorcycle (Game 1) and Cappuccino Espresso Machine (Game 2). After four attempts (and following a ruling from the producers when it was discovered that the last two numbers were called before the buzzer), Kathy wins a Hyundai Excel GLS worth $8,704 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. The second Winner's Circle had a strikeout. Kathy retires undefeated with $18,838 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Kathy retiring. Lisa didn't win any prizes in Game 2. Kevin in Game 1 and Tommy in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Kevin is out.
58. ↑ Four shows were taped for this week instead of five in order to get back on track. The second winner of February's Home Rebus Contest Week I was Jay Sherman of Clackamas, Oregon, who won a three-door refrigerator. Featured prizes: Organ (Game 1) and 14 Karat Gold Necklace (Game 2). After two attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Tommy wins a Mitsubishi Mirage worth $8,888 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. and his family comes up on stage. Tommy retires undefeated with $15,739 in prizes. Lisa and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Tommy retiring. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Lisa earned a strike in both games, and is out.
59. ↑ The third winner of February's Home Rebus Contest Week I was Janice Staggs of Carter, Kentucky, who won a Yamaha Stereo. Alex read off all the solutions. Featured prizes: Human Powered Hot Rod (Game 1) and Season Tickets to Your Favorite Team for a Year (Game 2). No Winner's Circle wins. The exact amount of the Tennis Racquets Dorrie won in Game 2 were not specified but they were worth $747. Mike in Game 1 and Dorrie in Game 2 each earned a strike.
60. ↑ The fourth winner of February's Home Rebus Contest Week I was Janet Brown of Cheektowaga, New York, who won an Electric Range w/Microwave Oven. Featured prizes: Greenhouse (Game 1) and Complete Kitchen (Game 2). After five attempts, Dorrie wins a Buick Skylark worth $13,095 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Dorrie retires undefeated with $22,141 in prizes. Her husband appears at the end. Mike in Game 1 and John in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Mike is out.
61. ↑ The final winner of February's Home Rebus I Contest Week was Sharon Killiam of Kalamazoo, Michigan, who won $1,000 in cash. All five puzzles were shown. Featured prizes: Wide Screen TV (Game 1) and Brass Bed (Game 2). John and a single new player start the episode off due to Dorrie retiring. Quick solve from Cynthia in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. John in Game 1 and Jeffrey in Game 2 each earned a strike, and John is out.
62. ↑ Red lights on strike indicators darker than before. Featured prizes: Wet/Dry Sauna (Game 1) and Jukebox (Game 2). The divider on Cynthia's light indicators is missing; it returned on the next show. Quick solve from Cynthia in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. Jeffrey in Game 1 and David in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Jeffrey is out.
63. ↑ Featured prizes: Soccer Table (Game 1) and Massage Chair w/Stereo (Game 2). The first puzzle is in honor of Cynthia, who is from Boston ("Boston Cream Pie"). Cynthia retires undefeated with $19,558 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Cynthia retiring. Lenny in Game 2 is from London, England. No Winner's Circle wins. The exact amount of the Golf Lessons Blanche won in Game 2 were not specified, but they were worth $100. David in Game 1 and Lenny in Game 2 each earned a strike, and David is out.
64. ↑ Featured prizes: Scuba Gear (Game 1) and Oriental Rug (Game 2). Blanche finds the $500 bonus for matching two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 1, and wins it. During the first Winner's Circle, Alex jokes about his first marriage. After eight attempts, Blanche wins a Hyundai Excel GL worth $7,520 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, with a different music cue from usual playing during the description. Blanche retires undefeated with $12,230 in prizes. Lenny in Game 1 and Bill in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Lenny is out.
65. ↑ Featured prizes: Electric Train Set (Game 1) and Groceries for a Year (Game 2). Bill and a single new player start the episode off due to Blanche retiring. The exact amount of Barbet's prizes in Game 1 were not specified, but they were worth $1,456. No Winner's Circle wins. At the end, Alex sends Birthday wishes to NBC affiliates WDIV-TV of Detroit, Michigan for 40 years, and WLIO-TV of Lima, Ohio for 35 years; Alex didn't have time for the latter on yesterday's show. Bill in Game 1 and Dan in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Bill is out.
66. ↑ Featured prizes: Organ (Game 1) and Maid Service for a Year (Game 2). At the start, Dan plays an April Fools' joke on Alex. Freddy in Game 2 has a lucky apple. No Winner's Circle wins. Game 1's Winner's Circle had a close call that was determined to be loss upon checking the tape. At the end, Alex sends Birthday wishes to NBC affiliate WLWT-TV of Cincinnati, Ohio for 40 years. Dan in Game 1 and Barbet in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Dan is out.
67. ↑ Featured prizes: Illuminated Globe (Game 1) and Flowers Weekly for a Year (Game 2). Alex has Barbet's total off by a dollar. After five attempts, Freddy wins a Hyundai Excel GL worth $7,520 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Freddy retires undefeated with $15,776 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Freddy retiring. Linda in Game 2 is from Canada. The exact amount of Roger's prizes in Game 2 were not specified, but they were worth $1,560. The second Winner's Circle had a strikeout. Barbet in Game 1 and Linda in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Barbet is out.
68. ↑ Featured prizes: Inflatable Catamaran (Game 1) and Patio Furniture (Game 2). Roger's girlfriend and Linda are both in Human Resources. No Winner's Circle wins. The second puzzle was previously used in Pilot #1 of *Concentration* with Orson Bean from 1985 (Barbecued Spare Ribs). Linda didn't win any prizes in Game 2. Linda in Game 1 and Roger in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Roger is out.
69. ↑ Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and China Cabinet (Game 2). In Game 2, Bob assumes the Tennis Server/Rackets is a person. The exact amount of the Electronic Keyboard Bob won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $800. No Winner's Circle wins. Linda in Game 1 and Ann in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Linda is out.
70. ↑ Featured prizes: Popcorn Cart (Game 1) and Bicycle Built for Two (Game 2). Bob shows off his miniature Godzilla for good luck. In Game 1, Ann finda three WILD! Cards in a row for two $500 bonuses, but Bob took one of them. Bob wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with five of them claimed for a total of $5,639. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Bob didn't win any prizes in Game 2. After seven attempts, Bob wins a Nissan Sentra worth $6,749 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Bob retires undefeated with $20,611 in prizes. Ann in Game 1 and Janet in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Ann is out.
71. ↑ Featured prizes: Diamond Earrings (Game 1) and Video Camera/Recorder (Game 2). Janet and a single new player start the episode off due to Bob retiring. Shelley has a picture of her kids for good luck. No Winner's Circle wins. Janet in Game 1 and Wendell in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Janet is out.
72. ↑ Featured prizes: Motorcycle (Game 1) and Steaks for a Year (Game 2). Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Shelley wins a very nice prize haul in Game 2 with five of them claimed for a total of $11,245. Gene Wood says it's a record (but again, see Vera in episode #0109). After four attempts, Shelley wins a Mitsubishi Precis worth $8,948 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Shelley retires undefeated with $21,892 in prizes. Shelley in Game 1 and Wendell in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Wendell is out.
73. ↑ Featured prizes: Therapeutic Spa (Game 1) and Brass Crystal Chandelier (Game 2). Two new players start the episode off due to Shelley retiring. Alex jokingly wants to join with Marjorie in the Spa. $500 was inadvertently added to Michael's list of prizes. Connie wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with five of them claimed for a total of $10,147. Alex incorrectly mentions yesterday's "record". Alex fools around with Connie's glasses, foreshadowing his eventual use for them on *Jeopardy!* in 1989. No Winner's Circle wins, and the first one had a very heartbreaking loss. Michael in Game 1 and Connie in Game 2 each earned a strike.
74. ↑ Featured prizes: Diamond Ring (Game 1) and Season Tickets to Your Favorite Team for a Year (Game 2). Michael wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with all eight of them claimed for a total of $9,325. The exact amount of the Dishwasher Michael won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $399. Alex references The Pointer Sisters' song *New Attitude* in the second Winner's Circle. No Winner's Circle wins, and the first one had a very heartbreaking loss, and for the second one, the wrong door was opened, so Michael got back 5 seconds. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved the puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited." Connie in Game 1 and Amy in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Connie is out.
75. ↑ Featured prizes: Bachelor's Kitchen (Game 1) and Baker's Rack (Game 2). Alex starts off the episode by sending birthday wishes to his mother. The exact amount of the Baker's Rack Amy won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $1,761. After six attempts, Amy wins an Acura Integra RS worth $13,799 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Amy retires undefeated with $18,906 in prizes. Michael in Game 1 and Jim in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Michael is out.
76. ↑ Featured prizes: Copper Pots and Pans (Game 1) and Greenhouse (Game 2). Jim and a single new player start the episode off due to Amy retiring. Alex references episode #0231, and another almost win at base time happened in the first Winner's Circle. The exact amount of the Sailboat Mae won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $1,699. No Winner's Circle wins. Mae in Game 1 and Jim in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Jim is out.
77. ↑ The solutions to the opening puzzles are now captioned, starting with "Buster Keaton". Initially, they were centered. Total winnings displays go back to instantly appearing. The strike indicators have been repositioned to be facing a bit downward at an angle, and the red light is brighter. Featured prizes: Wet/Dry Sauna (Game 1) and Hutch (Game 2). Five of the cars this week begin with "C". Alex acknowledges future contestants in the audience who would appear later in the week such as Lynn, Adrienne, and Angela, though Lynn didn't appear. Quick solve from Mae in Game 1. No Winner's Circle wins. Gene Wood: "Due to a technical problem, the first endgame was replaced and the program edited." Bill earned a strike in both games, and is out.
78. ↑ Featured prizes: Brass Desk (Game 1) and Grandfather Clock (Game 2). Corky's real name is Gerald. Both free spaces in Game 1 are worthless. Quick solve from Corky in Game 1. After six attempts, Corky wins a Ford Taurus worth $13,108 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and his fiancee comes up on stage. Corky retires undefeated with $19,073 in prizes. Mae in Game 1 and Adrienne in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Mae is out.
79. ↑ Featured prizes: Season Tickets to Your Favorite Team for a Year (Game 1) and Soccer Table (Game 2). Adrienne and a single new player start the episode off due to Corky retiring. At the start, Alex brings a stuffed Penguin as part of the description for the featured prize in Game 1. Jack is the oldest contestant ever on this show so far. Due to a bit of confusion with the way Jack answered the first puzzle as "Oopsie Daisy" instead of "Upsy Daisy", Adrienne was disadvantaged, so it was decided to bring her back for Game 2. Due to his age, Jack had a strikeout in the first Winner's Circle. No Winner's Circle wins. Adrienne earned a strike in both games, and is out.
80. ↑ The captioned solutions are now bottom-centered, starting with "Henry Kissinger". Featured prizes: Rocking Horse (Game 1) and Man's Gold/Diamond Ring (Game 2). At the start, Alex says there are tourists from West Germany visiting. In Game 2, Jack gets lost when leaving his position, and the exact amount of the Man's Gold/Diamond Ring he won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $1,437. In Game 1, Jack refuses to use his Red TAKE! Card, because he can't fit the furniture in his house. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second one had a very heartbreaking loss. Jack in Game 1 and Angela in Game 2 each earned a strike.
81. ↑ Featured prizes: Piano (Game 1) and Massage Chair w/Stereo (Game 2). At the start, Alex sends 40th year birthday wishes to WTMJ-TV of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, which launched on December 03, 1947. Alex mentions he was trying out the second featured prize in Game 2. Angela didn't win any prizes in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. Jack in Game 1 and Anthony in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Jack is out.
82. ↑ Featured prizes: Electric Train Set (Game 1) and Bicycle Built for Two (Game 2). At the start, Alex announces a second Home Rebus Contest Week starting next Monday. Anthony finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 1, but unfortunately, he did not win it. The exact amount of the Electric Train Set Angela won in Game 1 was not specified, but they were worth $1,396. Linda's prizes in Game 2 weren't specified, however. After seven attempts, Angela wins a Hyundai Excel GLS worth $8,704 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her mother comes up on stage. Angela retires undefeated with $15,813 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Angela retiring. Colin in Game 2 is from Vancouver, Canada. The solution to the puzzle in Game 2 was spelled with an extra "o" in "Doctor Dolittle". Anthony in Game 1 and Colin in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Anthony is out.
83. ↑ Featured prizes: Picnic Basket (Game 1) and Greenhouse (Game 2). No Winner's Circle wins. Marjorie does the Contestant Plug in a Southern Belle fashion. Linda earned a strike in both games, and is out.
84. ↑ Featured prizes: Patio Dining Group (Game 1) and China Cabinet (Game 2). Alex get's Colin total wrong at the start. Colin has a Canadian pin at the start with the Canadian Maple Leaf. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. The second puzzle was used on the cover of the 1990 Nintendo Entertainment System game from GameTek. After five attempts, Kathy wins a Volkswagen Fox Wagon worth $7,650 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Kathy retires undefeated with $9,048 in prizes. Kathy in Game 1 and Colin in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Colin is out.
85. ↑ Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and Massage Table (Game 2). Two new players start the episode off due to Kathy retiring. Alex jokes about his first marriage in Game 2. Quick solve from Bonnie in Game 2. The exact amount of the Massage Table Bonnie won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $2,204. No Winner's Circle wins. Michael earned a strike in both games, and is out.
86. ↑ Featured prizes: Scuba Gear (Game 1) and Illuminated Globe (Game 2). Bonnie wants to "crush" Mark's glasses, and Mark mentions Alex's USC prize-winning film. The documentary was made by David Hartwell, who won a focus award and a car. Both Mark and Alex were born in July, 22 years apart. Quick solve from Bonnie in both games, and Bonnie reveals that she practiced with the very first edition of the *Concentration* home game from 1958. Circle transition used for the featured prize in Game 2. Bonnie highly praises the Refrigerator/Freezer in Game 2, calling it a "cool prize", and wins it. No Winner's Circle wins. Mark earned a strike in both games, and is out.
87. ↑ For May 1988 Sweeps, two special weeks were taped, beginning with Home Rebus Contest Week II, after the initial one was met with such a huge positive reception. The rules this time around were that the solutions to each puzzle on all five days were clues to a person, place, or thing, similar to Goodson's *Password Plus*/*Super Password*. Prizes once again included $1,000 in cash, among other things. This episode aired as Day 1 of Home Rebus Contest Week II. "Scarecrow" was shown on Day 1. Featured prizes: Diamond Ring (Game 1) and Motorcycle (Game 2). Six cars this week begin with "C". Bonnie has a Koala Bear for good luck. Alex points out Deja Vu in David earning both TAKE! cards, just like Bonnie did last week. The first puzzle is appropriate for Bonnie ("The Last Roundup"), given that it was her last Game. The exact amount of Bonnie's prizes in Game 1 were not specified, but they were worth $200. After five attempts, Bonnie wins a Jeep Comanche Pioneer worth $8,925 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her husband and cousin come up on stage. Bonnie retires undefeated with $21,992 in prizes. David and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Bonnie retiring. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. David earned a strike in both games, and is out.
88. ↑ This episode aired as Day 2 of Home Rebus Contest Week II. "Dorothy" was shown on Day 2. Featured prizes: Filet Mignon Steaks for a Year (Game 1) and American Eagle Gold Coins (Game 2). Reggie wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with five of them claimed for a total of $6,953. After two attempts, Reggie wins a Hyundai Excel GLS worth $8,704 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Reggie retires undefeated with $15,657 in prizes. He did it in 33 seconds, which Alex says is a record, but forgot about Barry a year ago in #0015. Susie and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Reggie retiring. The strike was on Dan's side by mistake when returning from commercial for the start of Game 2. The exact amount of the Car Stereo/Speakers Dan won in Game 2 was not specified, but they were worth $330. Susie earned a strike in both games, and is out.
89. ↑ This episode aired as Day 3 of Home Rebus Contest Week II. "Wicked Witch" was shown on Day 3. Featured prizes: Venetian Mirror (Game 1) and Human Powered Hot Rod (Game 2). Exactly a year has passed since the premiere episode, but no such mention was made. Rita's 18-year-old son is referred to as "the cool one". Alex mentions how better the trips have been getting. Quick solve from Rita in Game 1. No Winner's Circle wins. At the end, Alex announces that the five winners will be revealed on the week of May 23. Dan in Game 1 and Rita in Game 2 each earned a strike.
90. ↑ This episode aired as Day 4 of Home Rebus Contest Week II. "Yellow Brick Road" was shown on Day 4. Featured prizes: Pool Table (Game 1) and Baker's Rack (Game 2). Rita has a photo of her kids. Both contestants in Game 1 each have four kids. Alex reveals that Dan told Alex he wants to win the Pool Table. Quick solve from Rita in Game 1. Sandy in Game 2 is from Dundee, Scotland and a male. Sandy apologizes to Rita for taking her piano. Rita didn't win any prizes in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins; during the first one, the losing horns were played a second before time ran out, and during the second one, there was a very heartbreaking loss. Dan in Game 1 and Sandy in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Dan is out.
91. ↑ This episode aired as the final day of Home Rebus Contest Week II. "Over the Rainbow" was shown on the final day. Featured prizes: Wing Sailer (Game 1) and Black Lacquer Clock (Game 2). After six attempts, Rita wins a Daihatsu Charade worth $8,677 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her husband and son come up on stage. Rita retires undefeated with $23,148 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Rita retiring. Circle transition effect used for the featured prize in Game 2. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Alex references Reggie from #0246. A recap of all five puzzles were shown at the end, and Alex announces that the winners will be announced in a couple of weeks. Sandy in Game 1 and Gregg in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Sandy is out.
92. ↑ Featured prizes: Aquamarine Diamond Ring (Game 1) and Therapeutic Spa (Game 2). At the start, Alex announces a third Home Rebus Contest Week for Monday May 16, and win prizes such as a complete kitchen, a color TV, a stereo, and a laundry center. The two free spaces in Game 1 are worthless. Marita wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with seven of them claimed for a total of $10,041. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2, and Alex reveals that both Marita and Stu are from New England (Maine and Massachusetts respectively). No Winner's Circle wins, and the second had a strikeout. Gregg in Game 1 and Stu in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Gregg is out.
93. ↑ Featured prizes: Gold Diamond Necklace (Game 1) and Dollhouse (Game 2). The opening rebus from episode #0081 that was previously and abruptly cut off, "Raising Cain", was reused. In what was something of a Double Whammy, Stu misses an opportunity to win every prize on the board in Game 1 and also loses the match; Marita didn't win any. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second had a slight problem with the beeps to go along with the timer ticking down. Stu in Game 1 and Marita in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Stu is out.
94. ↑ Featured prizes: Hutch (Game 1) and Limited Edition Artwork (Game 2). During the contestant interview in Game 1, Christian reveals that he is from Vietnam and has a French accent. He is also very serious. Alex mistakenly says "Yes sir" before correcting himself to Marita, and forgets her red TAKE! Card. Marita retires undefeated with $22,379 in prizes. Christian and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Marita retiring. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Christian has made a profession in tanning, hence his desire to win the European Tanning System. Lisa didn't win any prizes in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second had a very heartbreaking loss. Alex told Lisa during the commercial break that she'd be the first to win a car and no other prizes, but it had happened before. At the end, Alex foreshadows what would happen in tomorrow's episode, by calling it a "sure thing". Christian earned a strike in both games, and is out.
95. ↑ Featured prizes: Jukebox (Game 1) and Camping Equipment (Game 2). At the start, Alex mentions being four days away from a second Home Rebus Contest Week, though it was the second one in May; they had previously done a contest in February. Alex's knee is referenced. Todd jokes he wants Marjorie for the match, unaware of her upcoming marriage. Todd uses his green TAKE! Card to take away Lisa's red one. Todd in Game 2 takes the tires from Pat, joking that it wasn't too late for a career change as a tire salesman. Buzz-in sound inadvertently played when Gene Wood was reading the prizes Todd won in Game 2. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Alex says in the first Winner's Circle that there was only one situation where they went higher than 70 seconds, but it was actually two (#0070 and #0168). In an amazing bit of luck and skill, two contestants won a car here. The first was Lisa, who won a Ford Taurus worth $13,108 after eight attempts; her family came up on stage, she retired undefeated with $21,374 in prizes, and Todd and a single new player started off Game 2 due to Lisa retiring. The second was Todd, who won a Daihatsu Charade worth $8,677 after one attempt with no time left on the clock at the base time of 35 seconds; he was the second player to do so, his friends came up on stage, and he retired undefeated with $11,601 in prizes. Todd in Game 1 and Pat in Game 2 each earned a strike.
96. ↑ Featured prizes: Groceries for a Year (Game 1) and Barbecue (Game 2). Pat and a single new player start the episode off due to Todd retiring. The opening music cue plays during the description for Game 1's featured prize. Quick solve from Jerry in Game 1. The exact amount of the Word Processor Jerry won in Game 1 was worth $800. Due to extra time, no free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins, and the first one had a strikeout. Pat in Game 1 and Jerry in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Pat is out.
97. ↑ The red lights on the strike indicators are darker again. This episode aired as Day 1 of Home Rebus Contest Week III, and this was the other special week taped for May 1988 Sweeps. It was the last time a Home Contest for the viewers was done. The same format as the one from the second contest was used. "Jelly Beans" was shown on Day 1. Featured prizes: Wet/Dry Sauna (Game 1) and Electric Train Set (Game 2). At the start, Alex announces that the winners from the previous Home Rebus Contest Week will be announced beginning on Monday May 23. Quick solve from Joan in Game 1. Jeff didn't win any prizes in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. At the end, Alex announces that the winners of the current contest will be announced in June. Jerry in Game 1 and Joan in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Jerry is out.
98. ↑ News tickers further elaborating on featured prizes now appear during their descriptions. This episode aired as Day 2 of Home Rebus Contest Week III. "California" was shown on Day 2. Featured prizes: Flowers Weekly for a Year (Game 1) and Massage Chair w/Stereo (Game 2). For four games in a row, the contestants' first names begin with "J". After five attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Joan wins a Chevrolet Nova worth $10,620 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her family comes up on stage. Joan retires undefeated with $22,322 in prizes. Jeff and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Joan retiring. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Alex mentions enjoying the featured prize during the commercial break. There was a slight graphic problem when showing the home rebus again. Jeff in Game 1 and Carol in Game 2 each earned a strike.
99. ↑ This episode aired as Day 3 of Home Rebus Contest Week III. "Hail to the Chief" was shown on Day 3. Featured prizes: Greenhouse (Game 1) and Piano (Game 2). After two attempts, Carol wins a Subaru Justy worth $7,603 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Carol retires undefeated with $11,593 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Carol retiring. The exact amount of the Hand-Crafted Area Rug Jim won in Game 2 was not specified. Jeff in Game 1 and Tania in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Jeff is out.
100. ↑ This episode aired as Day 4 of Home Rebus Contest Week III. "White House" was shown on Day 4. Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and China Cabinet (Game 2). At the start Alex announces the winners of the previous contest will be announced on the week of June 06, and calls today's match "the battle of the blue-eyed (Tania) player Vs. the green-eyed (Jim) player". The exact amount of the 35mm Camera Outfit Jim won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $1,200. No Winner's Circle wins. Jim in Game 1 and Tania in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Tania is out.
101. ↑ This episode aired as the final day of Home Rebus Contest Week III. "President" was shown on the final day. Featured prizes: Illuminated Globe (Game 1) and Family Game Table (Game 2). Alex again references the upcoming Ray Combs revival of *Family Feud*. After four attempts, Kari wins a Chevrolet Nova worth $10,620 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her husband and mother come up on stage. Kari retires undefeated with $14,570 in prizes. Alex mistakenly throws it to Gene Wood, thinking this was the second Winner's Circle, but eventually corrects himself. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Kari retiring. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Steve didn't win any prizes in Game 2. At the end, a recap of all five puzzles was shown. Jim in Game 1 and Tina in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Jim is out.
102. ↑ The start of the revealing of the winners of Home Rebus Contest Week II. The first winner of Home Rebus Contest Week II from three weeks ago was Deborah J. Cicerchia of Bakersfield, California, who won a Camcorder. Envelopes aren't begin presented to announce the winner like before, and the solution is displayed in a gold banner on each of the five puzzles, with the winner being displayed on a blue background with *Classic Concentration* logos. The overall answer was *The Wizard of Oz*. All of this is accompanied by a post-production voice-over from Alex. Featured prizes: Motorcycle (Game 1) and Copper Pots and Pans (Game 2). Alex has never seen someone so excited for a Home Alarm System (Tina). Steve wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $8,621. Alex points to Steve's socks and shoes in the first Winner's Circle. After two attempts, Steve wins a Volkswagen Golf GT worth $10,855 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and his friends come up on stage. Steve retires undefeated with $19,476 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Steve retiring. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Tina in Game 1 and Michael in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Tina is out.
103. ↑ The second winner of Home Rebus Contest Week II from three weeks ago was Donna Jones of Norfolk, Virginia, who won a Range w/Microwave. Featured prizes: Bicycle Built for Two (Game 1) and Pool Table (Game 2). Susan wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with five of them claimed for a total of $9,094. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. Michael in Game 1 and Susan in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Michael is out.
104. ↑ The third winner of Home Rebus Contest Week II from three weeks ago was Linda Nalls of Spotsylvania, Virginia, who won Patio Furniture. Featured prizes: Filet Mignon Steaks for a Year (Game 1) and Human Powered Hot Rod (Game 2). After introducing today's players for Game 1, Alex announces that it was the first year anniversary of the show, though the actual anniversary was three weeks ago. A balloon drop was then initiated, along with Marjorie bringing out an anniversary cake. Richard says he's a Vegetarian. Susan wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $6,292. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. The exact amount of the Human Powered Hot Rod Pattie won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $1,395. After four attempts, Susan wins a Honda Civic Wagon worth $10,248 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her friend comes up on stage. Susan retires undefeated with $30,995 in prizes. Richard and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Susan retiring. Richard earned a strike in both games, and is out.
105. ↑ The fourth winner of Home Rebus Contest Week II from three weeks ago was Pat Knoll of Fort Myers, Florida, who won China Dinnerware. Featured prizes: Baker's Rack (Game 1) and American Eagle Gold Coins (Game 2). Pattie wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with five of them claimed for a total of $9,211. Pattie thinks her dress and sash are a good omen. No Winner's Circle wins. Larry earned a strike in both games, and is out.
106. ↑ The final winner of Home Rebus Contest Week II from three weeks ago was Judy Rieckman of Portland, Oregon who won $1,000 in cash. All five puzzles were shown. Featured prizes: Exercise Equipment (Game 1) and Inflatable Catamaran (Game 2). Pattie wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $5,839. After five attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Pattie wins a Volkswagen Golf GT worth $10,855 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and her family comes up on stage. Pattie retires undefeated with $33,830, the new biggest amount under the new limit for the Winner's Circle. Dennis earned a strike in both games, and is out.
107. ↑ New intro: Beginning with this week, Alex now starts entering from the first car instead of the one on the very top due to his knee surgery. Alex also now uses a stool on occasion. Camera once again pans out from opening puzzle when transitioning. Featured prizes: Wing Sailer (Game 1) and China Service for Eight (Game 2). At the start, Alex welcomes WTLV-TV of Jacksonville, Florida, which had previously been an NBC affiliate from 1957 to 1980, before moving to ABC. Two new players start the episode off due to Pattie retiring. Alex has a stool due to Don's height. Don wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $8,716. No Winner's Circle wins. Julia earned a strike in both games, and is out.
108. ↑ Featured prizes: Brass Desk (Game 1) and Video Game (Game 2). Alex says "crap" on the air and gets hoots and howls from the audience. After three attempts, Don wins a Volkswagen Cabriolet worth $15,995 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Don retires undefeated with $36,525 in prizes, the new biggest amount under the new limit for the Winner's Circle. Barbara and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Don retiring. The exact amount of the Horse-Riding Lessons Barbara won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $1,040. Alex almost calls a correct match by mistake. At the end, Alex teases secrets about Barbara's life, which would be revealed tomorrow. Barbara in Game 1 and Peter in Game 2 each earned a strike.
109. ↑ Featured prizes: Grandfather Clock (Game 1) and Hutch (Game 2). Barbara once had serious weight problems, and dropped a lot less from 200 lbs. Alex quips about his ex-wife making a lot of noise. Barbara has a habit of missing easy matches on two consecutive days. Peter wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with all eight of them claimed for a total of $8,455. Deanna has a picture of her new baby for good luck. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Deanna matched the Satin Bedding Ensemble just before time ran out. No Winner's Circle wins. Barbara in Game 1 and Peter in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Barbara is out.
110. ↑ Featured prizes: Tennis Server w/Rackets (Game 1) and Diamond Ring (Game 2). Peter wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with seven of them claimed for a total of $6,867. After four attempts, Peter wins a Volkswagen Cabriolet worth $15,995 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and his girlfriend comes up on stage. His change in strategy to speed paid off. Peter retires undefeated with $33,942 in prizes. The second Winner's Circle had the beeps counting down the timer absent. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Peter retiring. Julia was back due to an unfair ruling that disadvantaged her. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Deanna in Game 1 and Julia in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Deanna is out.
111. ↑ Featured prizes: Rocking Horse (Game 1) and Riding Lawn Mower (Game 2). After two attempts, Mike wins a Mazda 323 Wagon worth $8,310 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Mike retires undefeated with $13,690. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Mike retiring. The exact amount of Jerry's prizes in Game 2 were not specified, but they were worth $791. Julia in Game 1 and Barbara in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Julia is out.
112. ↑ The start of the revealing of the winners of Home Rebus Contest Week III. The first winner of Home Rebus Contest Week III from three weeks ago was Mrs. J Houston of Portland, Oregon, who won a Color Television Set. The same format of revealing from two weeks ago is used here. The overall answer was "Ronald Reagan", in a red bar with thicker white text. Featured prizes: Therapeutic Spa (Game 1) and High Powered Telescope (Game 2). Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. Barbara in Game 1 and Jerry in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Barbara is out.
113. ↑ The second winner of Home Rebus Contest Week III from three weeks ago was Ward Clegg of Cochranton, Pennsylvania, who won a Laundry Center. Featured prizes: Designer Lamps (Game 1) and Electric Train Set (Game 2). After four attempts, (and with no time left on the clock), Jerry wins a Toyota Corolla FX worth $9,465 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. It was decided he won upon carefully looking at the tape again and realizing that he called the final two numbers just before the buzzer rang. Jerry retires undefeated with $23,505 in prizes. Lisa Kay and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Jerry retiring, and Alex heads on over to the player island as soon as the ruling with Jerry was made. Lisa Kay in Game 1 and Rod in Game 2 each earned a strike.
114. ↑ The third winner of Home Rebus Contest Week III from three weeks ago was Arnold Cox, Sr. of Hamersville, Ohio, who won a Stereo. Featured prizes: Diamond Earrings (Game 1) and Massage Chair w/Stereo (Game 2). Lisa Kay reveals in Game 1 that her boyfriend lives in Canada. In addition, Eric in Game 2 says he is from Victoria, Canada. The exact amount of the Satin Bedding Ensemble Eric won in Game 2 was not specified. After three attempts, Eric wins a Nissan 200SX worth $12,199 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and his wife comes up on stage. Eric retires undefeated with $12,599 in prizes. Rod in Game 1 and Lisa Kay in Game 2 each earned a strike, and both are out.
115. ↑ The fourth winner of Home Rebus Contest Week III from three weeks ago was Mrs. Marion-Breeden of Dumfries, Virginia, who won a Complete Kitchen. Featured prizes: Bikes for Four (Game 1) and Jet Ski (Game 2). Two new players start the episode off due to Eric retiring. Sara is from England. David's prizes were announced on the following episode as $800. No Winner's Circle wins. Sara in Game 1 and David in Game 2 each earned a strike.
116. ↑ The final winner of Home Rebus Contest Week III from three weeks ago was Robert Hartmtan of Keyser, West Virginia, who won $1,000 in cash. At the end, a recap of all five puzzles were shown. Alex said there would be another one soon, but there never was. Featured prizes: China Cabinet (Game 1) and Wet/Dry Sauna (Game 2). No Winner's Circle wins. David in Game 1 and Bob in Game 2 each earned a strike, and David is out.
117. ↑ Featured prizes: Video Camera (Game 1) and Family Game Table (Game 2). Sara wins a very nice prize haul with five of them claimed for a total of $4,637. Sara has a picture of her son and daughters, and a four leaf clover. The exact amount of Sara's prizes in Game 2 weren't specified. After six attempts, Sara wins a Dodge Shadow worth $10,863. Sara retires undefeated with $29,656 in prizes, and Sara almost had a win in the first. Bob in Game 1 and Peter in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Bob is out.
118. ↑ Featured prizes: Copper Pots and Pans (Game 1) and Season Tickets to Your Favorite Team for a Year (Game 2). Peter and a single new player start the episode off due to Sara retiring. Alex acknowledges a birthday for Gretchen on this airdate. Gretchen wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $9,753. No Winner's Circle wins. Peter in Game 1 and Gretchen in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Peter is out.
119. ↑ Featured prizes: Pool Table (Game 1) and Bachelor's Kitchen (Game 2). Stephen mentions contributing to the soundtrack to the forthcoming Arnold Schwarzenegger film *Red Heat*. After four attempts, Stephen wins a Subaru Justy worth $5,966 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Stephen retires undefeated with $22,687 in prizes. Gretchen in Game 1 and Honey in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Gretchen is out.
120. ↑ Featured prizes: Motor Scooter (Game 1) and (Game 2). Honey and a single new player start the episode off due to Stephen retiring. Honey has a birthday today. Warren wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $4,277. Alex calls Game 2, "Bachelor Vs. Bachelorette". Warren didn't win any prizes in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins, and the beeps for counting down the timer were absent in the second. Honey in Game 1 and Cindy in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Honey is out.
121. ↑ Featured prizes: American Eagle Gold Coins (Game 1) and Espresso Cappucino Machine (Game 2). Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. The exact amount of the prizes Warren won in Game 2 were not specified, but they were worth $2,130. No Winner's Circle wins, and the first had a very heartbreaking loss. Warren in Game 1 and Cindy in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Cindy is out.
122. ↑ Featured prizes: Pearl Diamond Necklace (Game 1) and Bikes for Four (Game 2). Warren finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row, but unfortunately, he did not win it. Lynda has a cast, and the Pearl Diamond Necklace was worth $3,295. Alex says the contestants in Game 2 are a Motorcycle Instructor and a Flight Instructor respectively. A shot of Dan's friend Boomer and wife Michelle in the audience holding up a sign that says "BRING HOME A CAR, DAN" is shown. After six attempts, Dan wins a Volkswagen Cabriolet worth $15,995 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and both people come up on stage. Dan retires undefeated with $18,812 in prizes. Warren in Game 1 and Lynda in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Warren is out.
123. ↑ Featured prizes: China Service for Eight (Game 1) and Mini Corvette (Game 2). Lynda and a single new player start the episode off due to Dan retiring. Quick solve from Bob in Game 1. Annette reminds Alex of his mother, because they both love Las Vegas for the slot machines. No Winner's Circle wins, and the first had a strikeout. Lynda in Game 1 and Annette in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Lynda is out.
124. ↑ Featured prizes: Brass Desk (Game 1) and Grandfather Clock (Game 2). Door reveal sounds inadvertently plays. Bob wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $7,368. Sue in Game 2 has a place in The Guinness Book of World Records for purchasing 6,000 worth of groceries for just 88 cents. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second had a strikeout. Annette in Game 1 and Bob in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Annette is out.
125. ↑ Featured prizes: Hutch (Game 1) and Wing Sailer (Game 2). Bob wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $5,555. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After six attempts, Bob wins a Toyota Corolla FX worth $9,465 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and his family comes up on stage. Bob retires undefeated with $35,095 in prizes. Sue earned a strike in both games, and is out.
126. ↑ Featured prizes: Human Powered Hot Rod (Game 1) and Tennis Server w/Rackets (Game 2). Two new players start the episode off due to Bob retiring. Sandra has a squeaky voice. Toby wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with six of them claimed for a total of $8,364. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Toby didn't win any prizes in Game 2. Sandra earned a strike in both games, and is out.
127. ↑ The red lights on the strike indicators increase in brightness somewhat. Featured prizes: Canopy Car Bed (Game 1) and Pearl Necklace (Game 2). Carol in Game 1 has an NBC Television book on *Concentration* from 1971. Toby misses an opportunity to win all eight prizes in Game 1, and Carol didn't win any. After three attempts, Carol wins a Jeep Wrangler worth $11,791 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and retires undefeated with just that. Toby and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Carol retiring. Susan is VERY competitive. Toby in Game 1 and Susan in Game 2 each earned a strike.
128. ↑ Featured prizes: High Powered Telescope (Game 1) and Electric Train Set (Game 2). Toby's brother played in the New York Jets. Toby wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with five of them claimed for a total of $9,465. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Toby didn't win any prizes in Game 2 After three attempts, Toby wins a Ford Festiva worth $6,302 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Toby retires undefeated with $28,573 in prizes. Susan in Game 1 and Sue in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Susan is out.
129. ↑ Featured prizes: Massage Chair w/Stereo (Game 1) and Curio Cabinet (Game 2). Sue and a single new player star the episode off due to Toby retiring. Stephen finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Card in a row in Game 1, but unfortunately, he did not win it. Quick solve from Sue in Game 1. The exact amount of Sue's prizes in Game 2 were not specified, but they were worth $899. No Winner's Circle wins. Stephen earned a strike in both games, and is out.
130. ↑ Featured prizes: Greenhouse (Game 1) and Hand Carved Unicorn (Game 2). At the start, Alex gets the sixth grade crush from Sue inaccurate. Alex says he puts himself in "Jeopardy", after forgetting the show he was hosting. Quick solve from Gene in Game 1. Alex references Carol from episode #0285. All spaces were cleared in Game 2. Gene wins a very nice prize haul in Game 2 with all eight of them claimed for a total of $10,965. Gene's wife, friend, and son are in the audience. No Winner's Circle wins, and the second had a very heartbreaking loss. Sue in Game 1 and Margie in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Sue is out.
131. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. Gene won a Ford Festiva worth $6,302 in Game 2's Winner's Circle after six attempts. Last show before the addition of the neon palm trees and cardboard ones in the Winner's Circle, as well as before the contestants ditched business clothes for casual attire. Alex would begin wearing casual attire after this week until October 1989. After this episode was taped, regular play, as well as the two strikes 1.0 format, were temporarily halted the following Monday for a Summer Fun on Wheels Week. Margie in Game 1 and Jody in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Margie is out.
132. ↑ Originally scheduled for July 04-08, 1988. Preempted on July 04 for Wimbledon coverage. For July 1988 Sweeps, a College-Themed week called "Summer Fun on Wheels" was taped, and this episode was Day 1. Alex dresses in casual attire for this and the next four weeks. The contestants are also in casual attire. The neon palm trees first appear this week, as do the cardboard tress for the Winner's Circle. and they would remain for the rest of the series. New zoom-in camera angle on Alex when he makes his entrance. Each episode has new players, and this format used a Best Two Out of Three Match as something of a week-long experiment. After Alex comes out and does his monologue, the show would go to commercial. The first puzzle was played in the second segment, followed by another commercial. The second and (if needed) third puzzles were played in the next segment; the third puzzle was in the speed format. The next segment would be the Winner's Circle, and the final goodbye would be for the last segment. Red strike lights on light indicators have been replaced with two yellow lights and two star displays, which indicated that a contestant won a game. Free spaces were still used in Game 1. All week long, the base time was 50 seconds. Chevrolet Camaro is misspelled as "Camero". The cars and prizes were summer-themed. The other three episodes from this week have yet to resurface, but it is known that a Nissan Pulsar XE worth $13,210 and a Chevrolet Camaro worth $13,504 were won. *Tequila* by The Champs plays in the intro and ending. Featured prizes: His/Her Tennis Ensemble (Game 1) and Barbecue (Game 2). Alex and Marjorie begin by entering with a lawn chair and drinks. Sherri wins a Jeep Wrangler worth $11,791 in the Winner's Circle, and her mother comes up on stage. Sherri defeated Allan, 2-0. Sherri won five prizes worth $5,453 in Game 1, and no prizes in Game 2. Sherri's final total is $17,244
133. ↑ Day 2 of Summer Fun on Wheels Week. *Wipe Out* by The Surfaris plays in the intro and ending. Featured prizes: Scuba Gear (Game 1) and Exercise Bicycle (Game 2). Sam is a great, great nephew of the legendary author Mark Twain, and has made dates with two different contestants. Quick solve from Sam in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. Kelly defeated Sam, 2-1. Sam won three prizes worth $5,607 in Game 1, and Kelly won three prizes worth $3,840 in Game 2. Kelly's final total is $3,840.
134. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. Day 3 of Summer Fun on Wheels Week.
135. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. Day 4 of Summer Fun on Wheels Week.
136. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode. Final Day of Summer Fun on Wheels Week.
137. ↑ Originally scheduled for July 11-15, 1988. Regular play resumes, so does the Two Strikes 1.0 format. The red light on the strike indicators is a bit brighter again. Neon outlines on palm trees shut off. Featured prizes: Gold Diamond Necklace (Game 1) and Jukebox (Game 2). Jody and a single new player start the episode off due to Gene retiring. Quick solve from Jody in Game 1. "Camaro" still misspelled as "Camero". Steve wins a very nice prize haul in Game 2 with five of them claimed for a total of $7,731. No Winner's Circle wins. Steve in Game 1 and Jody in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Jody is out.
138. ↑ Featured prizes: Piano (Game 1) and Silver Buffet Service (Game 2). The exact amount of Adrienne's prizes in both games were not specified. Mike in Game 2 is a musician. No Winner's Circle wins, and a slight error in correct guesses were made in the second one. Steve in Game 1 and Mike in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Steve is out.
139. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. Mike won a Chevrolet Camaro worth $13,504 in Game 1's Winner's Circle after five attempts, and retired undefeated. Adrienne and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Mike retiring. Kyle didn't win any prizes in Game 2. Adrienne earned a strike in both games and is out.
140. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. Dottie didn't win any prizes in Game 1, and missed an opportunity to win many prizes in Game 2. Kyle in Game 1 and Dottie in Game 2 each earned a strike.
141. ↑ Featured prizes: Grandfather Clock (Game 1) and Human Powered Hot Rod (Game 2). Kyle wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with all eight of them claimed for a total of $10,182. After four attempts, Kyle wins a Chevrolet Cabriolet worth $15,995 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Kyle retires undefeated with $35,011 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Kyle retiring. Dottie in Game 1 and Gary in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Dottie is out.
142. ↑ Originally scheduled for July 18-22, 1988. New intro: Gene Wood now says, "You could win" instead of "You'll have a chance to win" in his opening spiel. Featured prizes: 45 Piece China Set (Game 1) and Diamond Ring (Game 2). The 300th episode, but no such mention was made. Gary is wearing shorts. No Winner's Circle wins. Cyndi earned a strike in both games, and is out.
143. ↑ Featured prizes: High Powered Telescope (Game 1) and Mini Sports Car (Game 2). Alex calls Gary "Galerie". Valerie gets a $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row and wins it. Valerie wins a very nice prize haul in Game 2 with six of them claimed for a total of $5,469. After five attempts, Valerie wins an Oldsmobile Cutlass Wagon worth $15,687 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Valerie retires undefeated with $29,600 in prizes. Gary in Game 1 and Jim in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Gary is out.
144. ↑ Featured prizes: Season Tickets to Your Favorite Team for a Year (Game 1) and Electric Train Set (Game 2). Jim and a single new player start the episode off due to Valerie retiring. At the start, Alex mistakenly calls Jim a champion. Quick solve from Jim in Game 1. The exact amount of Jim's prizes in Game 1 were not specified. After one attempt at the base time of 35 seconds, Jim wins a Jeep Wrangler worth $11,791 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and his fiancee and family come up on stage. Jim retires undefeated with $12,341 in prizes, and is the third player to win at the base time. Stacy and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Jim retiring. Dwight in Game 2 calls himself "a game show host in his own right", and references *Jeopardy!*. Stacy in Game 1 and Dwight in Game 2 each earned a strike.
145. ↑ Featured prizes: Water Skiing Equipment (Game 1) and Family Game Table (Game 2). Bernadette in Game 2 lives in Ontario, California, same town as Dwight. Dwight's watch keeps falling off everytime he wins. Dwight wins a very nice prize haul in Game 2 with six of them claimed for a total of $8,220. No Winner's Circle wins, and the first one had a very heartbreaking loss. Gene Wood: "Due to a technical difficulty, an endgame was replaced and the program edited." Stacy in Game 1 and Bernadette in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Stacy is out.
146. ↑ Featured prizes: Beverly Hills Shopping Spree (Game 1) and Jet Ski (Game 2). Alex wants to make it clear to the viewers that the puzzle is not on his sweater. Six people from the audience had to give Bernadette tissues. Quick solve from Bernadette in Game 2. Alex asked Bernadette to give an explanation on how the puzzle was solved, before he went up to the green screen to explain it further, predating a practice that would eventually be put in place in 1989. No Winner's Circle wins. Dwight in Game 1 and John in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Dwight is out.
147. ↑ Originally scheduled for July 25-29, 1988. Featured prizes: Hutch (Game 1) and 35mm Camera Outfit (Game 2). Quick solve from John in Game 1, who gives an explanation on how it was solved. After six attempts, John wins a Pontiac Sunbird worth $17,244 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and his father comes up on stage. John retires undefeated with $22,878 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to John retiring. Buzz-in sound inadvertently played in Game 2, and Alex references *Family Feud*, of which the Ray Combs revival had just premiered. The exact amount of the 35mm Camera Outfit Anne won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $1,200. Anne mistakenly believes there is a Honda Accord being offered. Bernadette in Game 1 and David in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Bernadette is out.
148. ↑ Featured prizes: Electronic Keyboard (Game 1) and American Eagle Gold Coins (Game 2). At the start, Alex is wearing a hat that says USS CARD, given to him by someone who served in the military, and announces a reunion taking place on September 08-11 at the end of the show. Quick solve from David in Game 1. The exact amount of the Bowling Package David won in Game 1 was not specified, but they were worth $329. No Winner's Circle wins. Anne earned a strike in both games, and is out.
149. ↑ Featured prizes: Exercise Bike (Game 1) and China Cabinet (Game 2). Ramona has a picture of her babies. Quick solve from David in Game 1. After four attempts, David wins an Oldsmobile Cutlass Wagon worth $15,687 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. David retires undefeated with $21,030 in prizes. Ramona and a single new player start off Game 2 due to David retiring. Brian in Game 2 is a stand-up comedian. Loud buzz for Brian's incorrect guess in Game 2. Brian didn't win any prizes in Game 2. Ramona earned a strike in both games, and is out.
150. ↑ Featured prizes: Video Camera (Game 1) and Venetian Mirror (Game 2). Brian and Kim are a comedian and an actress respectively. Kim brought balloon toys for Alex, and Brian wants to hurry along. Brian throws shade at the Navy, calling them "wimps", but apologizes. No Winner's Circle wins. Kim earned a strike in both games, and is out.
151. ↑ Featured prizes: Riding Lawn Mower (Game 1) and Pool Table (Game 2). Trish jokes that she wants the Hot Air Balloon Ride to drop her kids off at school, and Brian thinks the Game 1 puzzle is the opening solution (Barry Manilow). Trish wins a very nice prize haul in Game 1 with all eight of them claimed for a total of $9,668. Trish's children were sick in bed, and unable to make it to the taping. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Brian didn't win any prizes in Game 2. No Winner's Circle wins. Brian in Game 1 and Trish in Game 2 each earned a strike.
152. ↑ Originally scheduled for August 01-05, 1988. Featured prizes: Video Game (Game 1) and Diamond Ruby Pendant (Game 2). Unannounced final week with the Two Strikes 1.0 format. Trish has a picture of her twins, and Brian has a picture of his baby boy, doing a Max Headroom imitation. Quick solve from Trish in Game 1. Trish's son is in the audience, after missing the previous taping. "Camaro" spelled correctly compared to the prior two weeks it was used. After six attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Trish wins a Ford Escort GT worth $10,300 in Game 1's Winner's Circle, and her son comes up on stage. Trish retires undefeated with $23,798 in prizes. Two new players start off Game 2 due to Trish retiring. Brian in Game 1 and Tom in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Brian is out.
153. ↑ Featured prizes: Stereo System (Game 1) and Black Lacquer Clock (Game 2). Quick solve from Tom in Game 1. After two attempts, Tom wins a Volkswagen Cabriolet worth $15,995 in Game 1's Winner's Circle. Tom retires undefeated with $20,723 in prizes. Senia and a single new player start off Game 2 due to Tom retiring. Joe in Game 2 is wearing shorts, and both players assume Alex is in his 20's (he was 47 at the time of taping). The exact amount of the Color TV Joe won in Game 2 was not specified, but it was worth $590. Senia earned a strike in both games, and is out.
154. ↑ Featured prizes: Scooter (Game 1) and Piano (Game 2). Tina has a toy Mercedes and a dry flower from her 10-year-old daughter Margie for good luck charms. Alex forgets the TAKE! Card rule. Tina wins a very nice prize haul in Game 2 with five of them claimed for a total of $12,805. They said it was a record, but forgot about Vera's $14,658 from #0109. After three attempts, Tina wins a Volkswagen Cabriolet worth $15,995 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and her son and daughter come up on stage. Tina retires undefeated with $31,488 in prizes. Joe earned a strike in both games, and is out.
155. ↑ Featured prizes: Pearl Diamond Necklace (Game 1) and Silver Buffet Service (Game 2). Two new players start the episode off due to Tina retiring. Quick solve from Richard in Game 1. Richard and Julie both win very nice prize hauls in both games with five of them claimed for a total of $7,215 for Richard, and six of them claimed for a total of $7,270 for Julie respectively. After two attempts, Julie wins a Mitsubishi Mighty Max worth $8,243 in Game 2's Winner's Circle, and her parents comes up on stage. Julie retires undefeated with $15,513 in prizes. Julie in Game 1 and Richard in Game 2 each earned a strike.
156. ↑ Featured prizes: Contemporary Sofa (Game 1) and Inflatable Catamaran (Game 2). Last show with the Two Strikes 1.0 format. Richard and a single new player start the episode off due to Julie retiring. Alex says a record of over $100,000 was given away all week long, though it was actually about $94,712. Sheila has the dry flower that Tina from two episodes ago gave her. Richard switches from his military clothes to civilian ones. The exact amount of Sheila's prizes in Game 2 were not specified, but they were worth $1,075. After two attempts, Sheila wins a Chevrolet Cabriolet worth $15,995 in Game 2's Winner's Circle. Sheila retires undefeated with $20,009 in prizes. A record of five cars and about $114,721 in prizes were given away all week along. Gene Wood: "Due to a production error, and endgame was replayed and the program edited." Richard in Game 1 and Troy in Game 2 each earned a strike, and Richard is out.
157. ↑ Originally scheduled for August 08-12, 1988. Major format changes: For the next two years, the show would be utilizing the Best Two Out of Three format that they had previously used for Summer Fun on Wheels Week. A commercial break now occurs after a few tries at making the first match on the first puzzle, or if the first match was successfully made. Two free spaces have been dropped, with two or four only being done for Game 2, if there wasn't much time left. Players can once again win as many as nine prizes and two $500 bonuses, with the second crossing over to his or her opponent's prize list. It also served as a way to conserve money and keep the number of car wins each week at a low amount. Contestants still played for as many as five days. Alex returns to suit and tie attire for now. The two yellow lights and star displays from the Summer Fun on Wheels Week have returned. Audience now shouts out the title in the opening (similar to *Wheel of Fortune*). New camera angles when returning from commercial to Alex and the contestants. Instrumentation in ending theme partly changed. Featured prizes: Diamond Ring (Game 1) and Limited Edition Artwork (Game 2). Troy (continuing from the last show with the Two Strikes 1.0 format) and a single new player are present due to Sheila retiring. Alex forgets that this isn't Two Strikes or even the original format in Game 1. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Julie finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 2, and wins it. No Winner's Circle win. Troy defeated Julie, 2-1. Troy won six prizes worth $5,508 in Game 1, and Julie won two prizes (plus the WILD! Card bonus) worth $3,635 in Game 2.
158. ↑ Featured prizes: Patio Furniture (Game 1) and Grandfather Clock (Game 2). Toy has an envelope with a magnetic Owl thermometer, Mr. Peabody, Dino (from *The Flintstones*), among other stuff. Quick solve from Troy in Game 1. Alex and the contestants are still at the player island at the end of the main game. No Winner's Circle win. Troy defeated Judy, 2-0. Troy won four prizes worth $6,758 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $3,252 in Game 2.
159. ↑ Featured prizes: Cakes Monthly for a Year (Game 1) and Camping Equipment (Game 2). Quick solve from Lauri in Game 1. After three attempts, Lauri wins a Ford Mustang LX worth $10,985 in the Winner's Circle, and her husband comes up on stage. Lauri retires undefeated with $16,205 in prizes. Lauri defeated Troy, who left with $18,917, 2-1. Lauri in Game 1 won four prizes worth $5,220 in Game 1, and Troy won two prizes worth $3,399 in Game 2.
160. ↑ Featured prizes: Electronic Keyboard (Game 1) and Barbecue (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Lauri retiring. Carolyn and Lauri before her were Scuba divers. Carolyn's family are in the audience. No Winner's Circle win. Carolyn defeated David, 2-1. David won four prizes worth $4,709 in Game 1, and Carolyn won five prizes worth $4,111 in Game 2.
161. ↑ Featured prizes: Crystal Stemware (Game 1) and Complete Kitchen (Game 2). Danny has leis for good luck, and his mother and others are in the audience. Quick solves from Danny in both games. Danny makes Marjorie blush about girls in Alabama (both are also Crimson Tide fans), and has refrigerator problems once again. No Winner's Circle win. Danny defeated Carolyn, 2-0. Danny won two prizes worth $1,126 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $4,731 in Game 2.
162. ↑ Originally scheduled for August 15-19, 1988. Featured prizes: Lounger and Table (Game 1) and Hand-Crafted Area Rug (Game 2). Bill Cosby (of NBC's *The Cosby Show* and *A Different World*) once again appears in the solution to an opening puzzle, after previously coming up in #0151. Quick solve from Danny in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. Danny defeated Sherlyn, 2-1. Danny won three prizes worth $2,514 in Game 1, and Sherlyn won no prizes in Game 2.
163. ↑ Featured prizes: Scooter (Game 1) and Piano (Game 2). Quick solve from Danny in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. Danny defeated Ginny, 2-1. Danny won one prize worth $3,212 in Game 1, and Ginny won one prize worth $2,717 in Game 2.
164. ↑ Featured prizes: Bicycle Built for Two (Game 1) and Electric Range (Game 2). Quick solve from Ronlyn in Game 1. Ronlyn's boyfriend is in the audience. After five attempts, Ronlyn wins an Oldsmobile Calais worth $12,602 in the Winner's Circle, and her boyfriend and parents come up on stage. Ronlyn retires undefeated with $12,117 in prizes. Ronyln defeated Danny, who left with $13,531, 2-1. Ronlyn won one prize worth $485 (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and Danny won one prize worth $1,948 in Game 2.
165. ↑ Featured prizes: Curio Cabinet (Game 1) and Water Skiing Package (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Ronlyn retiring. Mitch has Astro from *The Jetsons* on his shorts. Quick solves from Jennifer in Game 1 and Mitch in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Mitch defeated Jennifer, 2-1. Jennifer won three prizes worth $4,533 in Game 1, and Mitch won three prizes worth $4,176 in Game 2.
166. ↑ Featured prizes: Dinnerware for Twelve (Game 1) and Hutch (Game 2). After two attempts, Mitch wins an Oldsmobile Calais worth $12,602 in the Winner's Circle. Mitch retires undefeated with $18,848 in prizes. Mitch defeated Julie, 2-0. Mitch won three prizes worth $1,070 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $460 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
167. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving instrumental versions of music by licensed recording artists replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 1 of End of Summer Bash Week I. Backdrop has more purple. Alex dresses casually from here on out. Transition spots now purple. Four shows were taped for this week in order to get back on track. The car briefing cue now plays during the final puzzle reveal in the event of a tie. Two new players are present due to Mitch retiring. No Winner's Circle win.
168. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving instrumental versions of music by licensed recording artists replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 2 of End of Summer Bash Week I. No Winner's Circle win.
169. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving instrumental versions of music by licensed recording artists replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 3 of End of Summer Bash Week I. No Winner's Circle win.
170. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving instrumental versions of music by licensed recording artists replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Final Day of End of Summer Bash Week I. Someone won the Nissan Pulsar on this episode, after four attempts, and retired undefeated.
171. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving instrumental versions of music by licensed recording artists replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 1 End of Summer Bash Week II. Two new players are present due to someone retiring on the previous show. No Winner's Circle win.
172. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving instrumental versions of music by licensed recording artists replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 2 of End of Summer Bash Week II. No Winner's Circle win.
173. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving instrumental versions of music by licensed recording artists replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 3 of End of Summer Bash Week II. No Winner's Circle win.
174. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving instrumental versions of music by licensed recording artists replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 4 End of Summer Bash Week II. No Winner's Circle win.
175. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving instrumental versions of music by licensed recording artists replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Final Day of End of Summer Bash Week II. No Winner's Circle win.
176. ↑ Featured prizes: Brass Desk (Game 1) and Golf Clubs (Game 2). Rodney ends Game 1 with two TAKE! Cards. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After six attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Caprice wins a Ford Escort GT worth $10,277 in the Winner's Circle, and her family comes up on stage. Caprice retires undefeated with $17,779 in prizes. Caprice defeated Rodney, 2-0. Caprice won two prizes worth $1,360 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $3,642 in Game 2.
177. ↑ Featured prizes: Grandfather Clock (Game 1) and Water Skiing Package (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Caprice retiring. Steve Ryan, the man responsible for designing the puzzles, makes a cameo in Game 2. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Robert defeated Kaye, 2-1. Kaye won five prizes worth $4,778 in Game 1, and Robert won two prizes worth $1,425 in Game 2.
178. ↑ Featured prizes: Buffet/Hutch (Game 1) and Tennis Server/Rackets (Game 2). Megan has pictures of her kids. No Winner's Circle win. Megan defeated Robert, who left with $7,009, 2-1. Robert won five prizes worth $5,584 in Game 1, and Megan won one prize worth $360 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
179. ↑ Featured prizes: Motor Scooter (Game 1) and Hand-Crafted Area Rug (Game 2). Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After three attempts, Megan wins a Jeep Wrangler Sahara worth $12,734, in the Winner's Circle, and her husband comes up on stage. Megan retires undefeated with $14,413 in prizes. Megan defeated Phil, 2-1. Megan won two prizes worth $1,319 in Game 1, and Phil won no prizes in Game 2.
180. ↑ Featured prizes: Dinnerware for Twelve (Game 1) and Diamond Ring (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Megan retiring, and both of them are from Columbus, Ohio. Lynn finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row, and wins it. No Winner's Circle win. Lynn defeated Larry, 2-1. Lynn won five prizes (plus the WILD! Card bonus) worth $6,752 in Game 1, and Larry won no prizes in Game 2.
181. ↑ Featured prizes: Satellite Dish (Game 1) and Limited Edition Artwork (Game 2). Mark has a picture of his wife as a two-year-old, and Lynn's watch has a map of Europe with a plane flying around it. Quick solve from Mark in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, a puzzle was replaced." Mark defeated Lynn, 2-0. Mark won five prizes worth $6,441 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $4,963 in Game 2.
182. ↑ Featured prizes: Pearl Necklace (Game 1) and 35mm Camera Outfit (Game 2). Quick solve from Mark in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. Mark defeated Leah, 2-0. Mark won two prizes worth $2,450 in Game 1, and four prizes worth $4,372 in Game 2.
183. ↑ Featured prizes: Electronic Keyboard (Game 1) and Washer and Dryer (Game 2). Ann is from Nigeria. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After four attempts, Mark wins an Isuzu I-Mark worth $10,183 in the Winner's Circle, and his wife comes up on stage. Mark retires undefeated with $32,167 in prizes. Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, this program was edited." Mark defeated Ann, 2-0. Mark won three prizes worth $1,308 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $2,450 in Game 2.
184. ↑ Featured prizes: High Powered Telescope (Game 1) and Jukebox (Game 2). Ann and a single new player are present due to Mark retiring. Ann was brought back due to being disadvantaged. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After one attempt, Devon wins a Chevrolet Camaro worth $13,504 in the Winner's Circle, and his parents come up on stage. Devon retires undefeated with $18,349 in prizes, and is the fourth player to win at the base time. Devon defeated Ann, 2-0. Devon won two prizes worth $4,845 in Game 1, and no prizes in Game 2.
185. ↑ Featured prizes: Piano (Game 1) and Roll-Top Desk/Chair (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Devon retiring. This is a different Mark from the one who appeared earlier in the week. Alex mentions there are Japanese students in the audience, who don't speak English. Robin finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 2, and wins it. No Winner's Circle win. Robin defeated Mark, 2-0. Robin won five prizes worth $5,956 in Game 1, and three prizes (plus the WILD! Card bonus) worth $5,293 in Game 2.
186. ↑ Featured prizes: Sailboat (Game 1) and Gold Diamond Earrings (Game 2). At the start, Alex sends 35th anniversary Birthday wishes to WICS-TV of Springfield, Illinois, and that other NBC affiliates were celebrating. Robin faces two different consecutive opponents named Mark. Mark has a container of Chloraseptic due to a sore throat. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Robin defeated Mark, 2-0. Robin won six prizes worth $7,884 in Game 1, and one prize worth $1,299 in Game 2.
187. ↑ Featured prizes: Wet/Dry Sauna (Game 1) and Maple China Cabinet (Game 2). John teases Alex with his guess, ("I've Got Tears in My Ears from Lying on My Back in My Bed While I Cry Over You"), which doesn't even make Alex check if it was correct, because he knew it wasn't. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Robin finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 2, and wins it. Quick solve from Robin in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Robin defeated John, 2-0. Robin won seven prizes worth $9,182 in Game 1, and two prizes (plus the WILD! Card bonus) worth $3,822 in Game 2.
188. ↑  The circle car win graphic now shows six cars on one half of the shape, and six cars on the other half, same colors as before, but in a faster animation. This graphic would be used for the remainder of the run. Featured prizes: Motorcycle (Game 1) and Giant Screen TV (Game 2). At the start, Alex sends 35th anniversary Birthday wishes to WGEM-TV of Quincy, Illinois. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Robin finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row, but unfortunately, she did not win it. Different cue plays in Game 3, after the puzzle was solved. After four attempts, Robin wins a Oldsmobile Calais worth $12,828 in the Winner's Circle. Robin retires undefeated with $47,264, in prizes, the new biggest amount under the new limit for the Winner's Circle. A cue car of everything Robin won was shown at the very end. Robin defeated Stephen, 2-1. Robin won two prizes worth an unspecified in Game 1, and Stephen won one prize worth $2,000 in Game 2.
189. ↑ Featured prizes: Beverly Hills Shopping Spree (Game 1) and Designer Sweaters (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Robin retiring. Alex says Robin left wit $1,500 in cash at the start, but it was $1,000. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After one attempt (and with no time left on the clock), Kari wins a Ford Festiva worth $7,149 in the Winner's Circle, and her family comes up on stage. Kari retires undefeated with $14,495 in prizes. It was determined that Kari won after checking the tape in the final segment, and she becomes the fifth player to win at the base time. Kari defeated Charles, 2-0. Kari won five prizes worth $5,501 in Game 1, and one prize worth $1,845 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
190. ↑ Featured prizes: Trip to Spain (Game 1) and Gold Diamond Necklace (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Kari retiring. No Winner's Circle win. Carl defeated Trish, 2-1. Trish won five prizes worth $7,851 in Game 1, and and Carl won two prizes worth $600+ (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
191. ↑ Marjorie is out on Honeymoon due to her marriage to associate director Tim Cutt, as announced by Alex at the start, so various staff members of Mark Goodson Productions model the prizes. Stage manager Stuart Smith and associate producer Gabrielle Johnston model the prizes in Game 1, and they hold up a sign that said "Hurry back Marjorie! Look what they're making us do??". For Game 2 and in the Winner's Circle, they were modeled by prize coordinator and wife of Steve Ryan, Kathi Mauro. Transition spots now red. Full shot of Alex making entrance now shown. Featured prizes: Season Tickets to Your Favorite Team for a Year (Game 1) and Tea Cart (Game 2). Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win, and the door reveal sound inadvertently played twice. Carl defeated Tammi, 2-1. Carl won three prizes worth $4,906 in Game 1, and Tammi won one prize worth an unspecified amount in Game 2.
192. ↑ Contestant coordinator Jerry Modine models the prizes in Game 1. For Game 2, they were modeled by Alex's stepdaughter Nicky and production staffer John C. Melka. Featured prizes: Grandfather Clock (Game 1) and Bachelor's Kitchen (Game 2). No Winner's Circle win, and Nicky models the cars. Shauna defeated Carl, 2-0. Shauna won four prizes worth $7,250 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $3,247 in Game 2.
193. ↑ Production staffer Greg Hughart models the prizes in Game 1. For Game 2, they were modeled by prize coordinator Marilyn Andrews. Featured prizes: Piano (Game 1) and Diamond Gold Ring (Game 2). Both players have similar male/female equivalent names, and are both Irish-American. Door reveal sound inadvertently played in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win, and Marilyn models the cars. Shawn defeated Shauna, 2-0. Shawn won one prize in both games each, totaling $2,372.
194. ↑ Production staffer Sherry Marshall models the prizes in Game 1. For Game 2, they were modeled by contestant coordinator Beverly Pomerantz. Featured prizes: Beverly Hills Shopping Spree (Game 1) and China Dinnerware (Game 2). Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After five attempts, Shawn wins a Volkswagen Fox worth $9,620 in the Winner's Circle, and his family and friends come up on stage. Shawn retires undefeated with $12,866 in prizes. Shawn defeated Robin, 2-1. Robin won five prizes worth $2,525 in Game 1, and Shawn won one prize worth $874 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
195. ↑ Contestant coordinator Beverly Morrison models the prizes in Game 1. For Game 2, they were modeled by production staffer John Genung and contestant coordinator Maggie Speak. Featured prizes: Oriental Rug (Game 1) and Stereo System (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Shawn retiring, and Alex references *Jeopardy!*. Helene mentions her grandmother tried out for the original *Concentration*. Quick solve from Helene in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. The production staff is grouped with Alex at the end, and the door reveal sound was inadvertently played. Helene defeated Philip, 2-1. Helene won three prizes worth $5,173 in Game 1, and Philip won three prizes worth $5,367 in Game 2.
196. ↑ Marjorie still out on Honeymoon; production staffer Kristin Bjorklund models the prizes all week long. Featured prizes: Camping Equipment (Game 1) and 35mm Camera Outfit (Game 2). No Winner's Circle win. Helene defeated Mike, 2-1. Quick solve from Helene in Game 1. Helene won five prizes worth $5,634 in Game 1, and Mike won two prizes worth $1,370 in Game 2.
197. ↑ Featured prizes: Jukebox (Game 1) and Satellite Dish (Game 2). Alex references his first marriage. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Helene defeated Richard, 2-0. Helene won two prizes worth $560 (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and no prizes in Game 2.
198. ↑ Featured prizes: Popcorn Machine (Game 1) and Motorcycle (Game 2). Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, a puzzle was replaced." After four attempts, Tim wins a Mazda 323 worth $9,098 in the Winner's Circle. Tim retires undefeated with $10,172 in prizes. Tim defeated Helene, 2-1. Tim won two prizes worth $1,074 in Game 1, and Helene won no prizes in Game 2.
199. ↑ Featured prizes: Videophone (Game 1) and Kid's Bedroom Set (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Tim retiring. Alex's face appears on the videophone during the prize description. Quick solve from Rich in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, a puzzle was replaced." Rich defeated Sonja, 2-1. Rich won four prizes worth $5,405 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $5,062 in Game 2.
200. ↑ Featured prizes: Electronic Keyboard (Game 1) and Giant Screen TV (Game 2). Gene Wood appears on the TV set during the featured prize description. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. At the end, Alex gives Kristin some roses. Jerilyn defeated Rich, 2-1. Jerilyn won three prizes worth $6,715 in Game 1, and Rich won no prizes in Game 2.
201. ↑ Marjorie returns, and is now credited as Marjorie Goodson-Cutt. Transition spots now purple again. Featured prizes: Sailboat (Game 1) and Gold Diamond Pendant (Game 2). At the start, Alex plugs a Halloween week. When Alex was explaining the puzzle in Game 2, there were some bizarre camera angles. No Winner's Circle win. Shawn defeated Jerilyn, 2-0. Shawn won two prizes worth $1,035 in Game 1, and six prizes worth $7,943 in Game 2.
202. ↑ Featured prizes: Paris, France (Game 1) and Armoire (Game 2). The Game 1 prize description has a painting of Alex. Quick solve from Shawn in Game 1. After four attempts, Shawn wins a Jeep Cherokee Wagon worth $12,346 in the Winner's Circle, and his mother and friend come up on stage. Shawn retires undefeated with $30,600 in prizes. Shawn defeated Nadeane, 2-0. Shawn won four prizes worth $6,736 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $2,540 in Game 2.
203. ↑ Featured prizes: Wet/Dry Sauna (Game 1) and Grandfather Clock (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Shawn retiring. Quick solve from Bill in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Bill defeated Jo Anne, 2-0. Bill won three prizes worth $4,964 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $2,150 in Game 2.
204. ↑ Featured prizes: Hutch (Game 1) and Free Standing Fireplace (Game 2). Quick solve from Bill in Game 1. After two attempts, Bill wins a Volkswagen Golf worth $10,605 in the Winner's Circle. Bill retires undefeated with $21,483 in prizes. Bill defeated Julia, 2-1. Bill won four prizes worth $3,764 in Game 1, and Julia won five prizes worth $2,005 in Game 2.
205. ↑ Featured prizes: Golf Clubs (Game 1) and Gold Diamond Ring (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Bill retiring. Quick solves from Donna in both games. During the end credits, the door reveal sound was inadvertently played. No Winner's Circle win. Donna defeated Ted, 2-1. Donna won two prizes worth $969 (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and four prizes worth $6,943 in Game 2.
206. ↑ Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and Motor Scooter (Game 2). No Winner's Circle win, of which Teddy came very close to completing. Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, a puzzle was replaced." Teddy Tenenbaum went on to become a script coordinator for *Ellen* and an executive story editor for *Ghost Whisperer*. Teddy defeated Donna, who left with $16,458, 2-1. Donna won four prizes worth $8,546 in Game 1, and Teddy won one prize worth $848 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
207. ↑ Featured prizes: Inflatable Catamaran (Game 1) and Gold Diamond Necklace (Game 2). Alex says Gabrielle Johnson came up to Teddy during the commercial break and said that he looks like Broderick Crawford, though she probably meant Matthew Broderick. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Quick solve from Madelon in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win, and there were sound effect problems. Teddy defeated Madelon, 2-1. Teddy won five prizes worth $5,874 in Game 1, and Madelon won one prize worth $1,634 in Game 2.
208. ↑ Featured prizes: Attache Telephone (Game 1) and Cotton Candy Machine (Game 2). Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2, and Alex forgets about Valerie's prizes in that segment. No Winner's Circle win. Valerie defeated Teddy, 2-0. Valerie won four prizes worth $5,554 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $3,258 in Game 2.
209. ↑ Featured prizes: Picnic Basket (Game 1) and Maple China Cabinet (Game 2). At the start, Alex says it had been four days without a car win, but it was actually five. Quick solve from Cal in Game 1. After five attempts, Cal wins a Ford Bronco II worth $17,393 in the Winner's Circle, and his family and friends come up on stage. Cal retires undefeated with $24,077 in prizes. Cal defeated Valerie, 2-0. Cal won two prizes worth $1,099 in Game 1, and four prizes worth $5,585 in Game 2.
210. ↑ Featured prizes: Zurich, Switzerland (Game 1) and Hot Dog Cart (Game 2). Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. At the end, Alex is shrunken, and wearing a hat, and Gene Wood mentions "The Solutional Trek. Vincent defeated Terri, 2-1. Terri won three prizes worth $1,537 in Game 1, and Vincent won two prizes worth $1,682 in Game 2.
211. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving a cover of Boris Pickett's *Monster Mash* replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 1 of Halloween Week with six shows taped instead of five; this and other NBC game shows all celebrated Trick or Treat Week with Halloween decorations and costumes. All the opening puzzles were Halloween-themed. Alex dresses up as various people all week long (Dracula, Arabian, Matador, King, Robin Hood, and Masked Man). The contestants are also in costume, too. Much look in the original *Concentration*, there are gag gift prizes on thee board (tricks). All week long, two special vacations are on the board (treats). Some of the prizes also have special Halloween names.
212. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving a cover of Boris Pickett's *Monster Mash* replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 2 of Halloween Week.
213. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving a cover of Boris Pickett's *Monster Mash* replacing the standard theme. It is in circulation from the original broadcast. Day 3 of Halloween Week. Alex is dressed up as a Matador, and a young boy named Jeff Price who likes strange hats comes out on stage. Vincent is dressed up in a vest w/glittery shirt, and Lana is dressed up as a Dancer. Lana is from Vietnam, and is half-Vietnamese, half-French. Marjorie is dressed up like a Pirate, who Alex says looks like her Russian grandmother. Featured prizes: Bay Cruiser (Game 1) and Massage Table (Game 2). Vincent finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row, but unfortunately, he did not win it. No Winner's Circle win. Lana defeated Vincent, who left with $30,223, 2-1. Lana won two prizes worth $4,005 in Game 1, and Vincent won one prize worth $2,204 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
214. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving a cover of Boris Pickett's *Monster Mash* replacing the standard theme. It is in circulation, but from a badly-edited UK rerun on Sky One. Day 4 of Halloween Week. Alex is dressed up like a King, and Ed is dressed up like a Court Jester. Featured prizes: Little Shop of Horrors Shopping Spree (Game 1) and Vampire Steaks for a Year (Game 2). For Lana's Game 1 prizes, Gene said it was the biggest number he ever read, but again, Vera won $14,658 in #0109. Lana finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row, After five attempts, Lana wins a Nissan Pulsar XE worth $13,210 in the Winner's Circle. Lana retires undefeated with $40,182 in prizes. Lana defeated Ed, 2-0. Lana won six prizes worth $14,065 in Game 1, and five prizes (plus the $500 bonus) worth $8,902 in Game 2.
215. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving a cover of Boris Pickett's *Monster Mash* replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 5 of Halloween Week. Two new players are present due to Lana retiring.
216. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues involving a cover of Boris Pickett's *Monster Mash* replacing the standard theme. A clip of the Winner's Circle round is available on YouTube. Final day of Halloween Week. After two attempts, Robert wins a Suzuki Samurai worth $10,100 in the Winner's Circle, and his wife comes up on stage. Robert retires undefeated with $17,000 in prizes.
217. ↑ Set returns to normal. Featured prizes: Bachelor's Kitchen (Game 1) and Piano (Game 2). Four shows were taped for this week in order to get back on track. Two new players are present due to Robert retiring. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Nancy defeated Judge, 2-0. Nancy won five prizes worth $6,925 in Game 1, and four prizes worth $3,313 Game 2.
218. ↑ Featured prizes: Entertainment Center (Game 1) and Picture Telephone (Game 2). Marjorie's husband Tim Cutt appears on the Picture Telephone in Game 2. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Quick solve from Nancy in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Nancy defeated Walter, 2-0. Nancy won six prizes worth $5,998 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $1,198 in Game 2.
219. ↑ Featured prizes: Armoire (Game 1) and Grandfather Clock (Game 2). No Winner's Circle win; Rocky came so close to completing it. Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, a rebus was replaced." Rocky defeated Nancy, who left with $25,288, 2-1. Nancy won three prizes worth $7,854 in Game 1, and Rocky won two prizes worth $1,145 in Game 2.
220. ↑ Star indicators to indicate a Game was won on the Champion Podium are straightened. Featured prizes: Game Table/Chairs (Game 1) and Silver Buffet Service (Game 2). Quick solve from Doris in Game 1. When Rocky took the Washer/Dryer away from Doris, it was loaded in on his board upside down. After four attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Rocky wins a Nissan Sentra worth $10,764 in the Winner's Circle. Rocky retires undefeated with $17,820 in prizes. Rocky defeated Doris, 2-1. Doris won two prizes worth $2,246 in Game 1, and Rocky won five prizes worth $5,911 in Game 2.
221. ↑ Featured prizes: Telescope (Game 1) and Hi-Tech Roller Skates (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Rocky retiring. The opening rebus (Mike Dukakis) was likely a reference to the November 08th election, as was the Game 2 one ("Read My Lips", which was what George H.W. Bush said). Angie is emotional, due to never having won anything in her life. No Winner's Circle win. Angie defeated Ed, 2-0. Angie won three prizes worth $5,180 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $2,840 in Game 2.
222. ↑ Featured prizes: Wet/Dry Sauna (Game 1) and Motor Scooter (Game 2). The opening rebus (George Bush) was likely a reference to the November 08th election. No Winner's Circle win. Kurt defeated Angie, 2-0. Kurt won one prize worth $3,985 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $3,815 in Game 2.
223. ↑ Featured prizes: Maple China Cabinet (Game 1) and Designer Sweaters (Game 2). Kathy finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 1, and wins it. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Kathy defeated Kurt, 2-0. Kathy won four prizes (plus the $500 bonus) worth $6,717 in Game 1, and no prizes in Game 2.
224. ↑ Featured prizes: Pool Table (Game 1) and Designer Rug (Game 2). Kathy misses an opportunity to win all nine prizes in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. Mike defeated Kathy, who left with $9,066, 2-1. Mike won no prizes in Game 1, and Kathy won three prizes worth $2,349 in Game 2.
225. ↑ Featured prizes: Grill/Range (Game 1) and Crystal Stemware (Game 2). No Winner's Circle win. Helen defeated Mike, 2-0. Helen won four prizes worth $3,581 in Game 1, and four prizes worth $3,486 in Game 2.
226. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues of '50's rock hits replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 1 of '50's Sock Hop Week, a '50's themed week for November 1988 Sweeps, possibly to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original *Concentration*. Two '50's themed cars (Pontiac Bonneville and Buick Electra 225 Convertible) were present. Somewhere from Monday-Wednesday, a Suzuki Sidekick was won.
227. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues of '50's rock hits replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 2 of '50's Sock Hop Week.
228. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues of '50's rock hits replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 3 of '50's Sock Hop Week.
229. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues of '50's rock hits replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Day 4 of '50's Sock Hop Week. Someone won a Jeep Wrangler on this episode.
230. ↑ Buzzr skips this episode, possibly due to music clearance issues of '50's rock hits replacing the standard theme. No circulating copy available. Final day of '50's Sock Hop Week. Two new players are present due to someone retiring on the previous show.
231. ↑ Featured prizes: Steaks for a Year (Game 1) and Baker's Rack (Game 2). The opening rebus was Howard Felsher, the producer, and this week was taped on his birthday. Ken defeated Denise, who left with $5,632, 2-1. After two attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Ken wins a Ford Taurus GL worth $15,356 in the Winner's Circle. Ken retires undefeated with $15,556 in prizes. Ken won one prize worth $200 (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and Denise won three prizes worth $1,659 in Game 2.
232. ↑ Featured prizes: Giant Screen TV (Game 1) and Greenhouse (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Ken retiring. "Valley Girl" appears on the screen during the Game 1 prize description. No Winner's Circle win; despite this, his wife Kelly came up on stage. Thomas defeated Gail, 2-0. Thomas won four prizes worth $4,646 in Game 1, and five prizes worth $5,477 in Game 2.
233. ↑ Preempted the following day for coverage on *The 62nd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade*, as well as on Friday for a rerun of *The Incredible Hulk Returns*. Featured prizes: Inflatable Catamaran (Game 1) and Snow Scooter (Game 2). No Winner's Circle win. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved the puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited." Thomas defeated Patti, 2-1. Thomas won seven prizes worth $5,282 in Game 1, and Patti won one prize (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
234. ↑ Featured prizes: Stereo System (Game 1) and Mini Corvette (Game 2). At the start, Alex sends 35th anniversary birthday wishes to WIS-TV of Columbia, South Carolina. Quick solve from Joyce in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Joyce defeated Thomas, 2-0. Joyce won three prizes worth $3,644 in Game 1, and four prizes worth $4,123 in Game 2.
235. ↑ Featured prizes: Tanning System (Game 1) and Shopping Spree (Game 2). At the start, Alex sends 35th anniversary birthday wishes to WKJG-TV of Indiana. Anthony used to be a Football player. No Winner's Circle win. Joyce defeated Anthony, 2-0. Joyce won six prizes worth $4,226 in Game 1, and no prizes in Game 2.
236. ↑ Featured prizes: Grandfather Clock (Game 1) and Video Game (Game 2). At the start, Alex sends out 40th year birthday wishes to WAVE-TV of Louisville, Kentucky, with a graphics card and text. Joyce misses an opportunity to win all the prizes in Game 1, worth $8,000+. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After five attempts, Greg wins a Ford Taurus GL worth $15,356 in the Winner's Circle, and his Fiancée Carmen comes up on stage. Greg retires undefeated with $18,729 in prizes. Greg defeated Joyce, 2-0. Greg won no prizes in Game 1, and four prizes worth $3,373 in Game 2.
237. ↑ Featured prizes: Motor Scooter (Game 1) and Spa (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Greg retiring. Both of them are a House Husband and a Housewife respectively. Alex had problems with the blue sweater due to chroma key, so he had to switch to a pink sweater in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Debra defeated John, 2-1. John won five prizes worth $7,331 in Game 1, and Debra won three prizes worth $9,818 in Game 2.
238. ↑ Featured prizes: Designer Sweaters (Game 1) and Wing Sailer (Game 2). Quick solve from Debra in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win, of which there was almost a win. Debra defeats Lee, 2-1. Lee wins three prizes worth $4,495 in Game 1, and Debra wins four prizes worth $3,792 in Game 2.
239. ↑ Featured prizes: Tennis Server/Rackets (Game 1) and Human Powered Hot Rod (Game 2). After three attempts, Mark wins a Daihatsu Charade worth $10,004 in the Winner's Circle. Mark retires undefeated with $20,456 in prizes. Mark defeated Debra, who left with $16,479, 2-1. Mark won five prizes worth $10,452 in Game 1, and Debra won two prizes worth $2,869 in Game 2.
240. ↑ Featured prizes: Picture Telephone (Game 1) and High Powered Telescope (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Mark retiring. Marjorie's Dog Marjorie appears on the Picture Telephone. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Cathy defeated Jay, 2-1. Cathy won six prizes worth $3,119 in Game 1, and Jay won five prizes worth $9,553 in Game 2.
241. ↑ Featured prizes: Motorcycle (Game 1) and China Cabinet (Game 2). Cathy has a yellow rose for good luck. Len defeated Cathy, 2-0. Len won four prizes worth $6,646 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $1,480 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
242. ↑ Featured prizes: Diamond Anniversary Ring (Game 1) and Deluxe Tool Set (Game 2). The 400th show, but no such mention was made. Len reveals that he has worked on many Music Videos and with many big-name artists. Quick solve from Joy in Game 2, and Alex forgets the prize description from Gene Wood after the main game was over, as well as mistakenly call Joy Judy. Marjorie has a fake mustache. No Winner's Circle win. Joy defeated Len, 2-0. Joy won six prizes worth $3,670 in Game 1, and one prize worth $899 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
243. ↑ Featured prizes: Soccer Table (Game 1) and Pearl Necklace (Game 2). After four attempts, Joy wins a Buick Skyhawk worth $14,931 in the Winner's Circle. Joy retires undefeated with $21,500 in prizes. Joy defeated Garrett, 2-0. Joy won two prizes (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and two prizes (exact amount not specified) in Game 2, all totaling $2,000.
244. ↑ Featured prizes: Massage Table (Game 1) and Crystal Stemware (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Joy retiring. Quick solve from Jerry in Game 2. Marjorie has a Cowgirl hat. No Winner's Circle win. Jerry defeated Kay, 2-0. Jerry won four prizes worth $5,998 in Game 1, and no prizes in Game 2.
245. ↑ Featured prizes: Steaks for a Year (Game 1) and Piano (Game 2). For the prize description in Game 2, Marjorie plays *Chopsticks* (by Euphemia Allen). Alison has the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans confused. No Winner's Circle win. Alison defeated Jerry, 2-0. Alison won seven prizes worth $7,627 in Game 1, and four prizes worth $6,862 in Game 2.
246. ↑ Featured prizes: London, England (Game 1) and Armoire (Game 2). Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, this program was edited." Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After three attempts (and due to two errors made), Alison wins a Jeep Comanche Pioneer (the last car she matched) by default worth $9,133 in the Winner's Circle. Alison retires undefeated with $27,899 in prizes. Alison defeated John, 2-1. John won eight prizes worth $9,524 in Game 1, and Alison won three prizes worth $4,277 in Game 2.
247. ↑ Featured prizes: Diamond Garnet Ring (Game 1) and Electric Range (Game 2). Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved the puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited. Two new players are present due to Alison retiring. Buzz-in sound inadvertently played. No Winer's Circle win, and there was a strikeout. Jay defeated Susan, 2-0. Jay won five prizes worth $2,677 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $3,421 in Game 2.
248. ↑ Featured prizes: Kitchen for a Bachelor (Game 1) and Greenhouse (Game 2). Everyone is dressed in red, and Pamela is in a wheelchair. No Winner's Circle win. Jay defeated Pamela, 2-1. Pamela won three prizes worth $3,566 in Game 1, and Jay won four prizes worth $3,429 in Game 2.
249. ↑ Featured prizes: Baker's Rack (Game 1) and Artwork (Game 2). The first puzzle in Game 1 ("Christmas in July") is Christmas-themed. Jay started his answer in Game 2 before the time's up bell rang. No Winner's Circle win. Nora defeated Jay, who left with $18,387, 2-1. Nora won four prizes worth $6,593 in Game 1, and Jay won seven prizes worth $8,860 in Game 2.
250. ↑ Featured prizes: Brass Desk (Game 1) and Hutch (Game 2). Quick solve from Nora in Game 1. After four attempts, Nora wins a Honda Civic worth $10,405 in the Winner's Circle, and her friends come up on stage. Nora retires undefeated with $23,793 in prizes. Nora defeated Jeff, 2-0. Nora won four prizes worth $2,465 in Game 1, and five prizes worth $4,330 in Game 2.