Match Game (2016)

ABC's star-studded revival of the beloved fill-in-the-blank game show, delivering celebrity wit and crowd-pleasing comedy across six seasons.

Match Game - Series Information

  • Original Title: Match Game
  • First Air Year: 2016
  • Last Air Year: 2025
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Reality, Comedy
  • Content Rating (US): TV-14
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (43 minutes)
  • Number of Seasons: 6
  • Number of Episodes: 73
  • Status: Returning Series
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: June 26, 2016 (United States - TV-14)
  • Networks: ABC
  • Production Companies: FremantleMedia North America, El Dorado Pictures, Triple Threat Productions, Entertain the Brutes
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Match Game - Plot

A modern reboot of the classic 70s game show that features two contestants attempting to match the answers of six celebrities in a game of fill-in-the-blank.

Match Game - Trailer

See the laughs and celebrity chemistry that have kept audiences tuning in for six seasons:

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Match Game - Cast & Crew

Main Cast

  • Alec Baldwin
  • Caroline Rhea
  • Jack McBrayer
  • Cheryl Hines
  • Jane Krakowski
  • Constance Zimmer
  • Joel McHale
  • Niecy Nash-Betts
  • Mario Cantone
  • Ellie Kemper

Executive Producers

  • Martin Short
  • Alycia Rossiter

Match Game - FAQs

Who hosts Match Game on ABC?

Alec Baldwin serves as the primary host of the revived Match Game on ABC. Martin Short has also appeared as a host across various episodes. The rotating celebrity panel has featured comedians and actors including Niecy Nash-Betts, Joel McHale, Jane Krakowski, and many others throughout the show's six seasons.

Where can you stream Match Game 2016?

Match Game (2016) is available to stream on Hulu, fuboTV, YouTube TV, and Philo via subscription. Episodes can also be purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. Spectrum On Demand offers free access for eligible subscribers. Check JustWatch for the most current availability in your region.

How many seasons does Match Game have?

Match Game (2016) has six seasons totaling 73 episodes. Season 1 has 10 episodes, Season 2 has 12, Season 3 has 18, Season 4 has 14, Season 5 has 11, and Season 6 has 8 episodes. The series is currently a returning show on ABC and remains in production.

Is Match Game 2016 based on an original show?

Yes. Match Game (2016) is a reboot of the classic game show that originally aired in the 1970s. The original Match Game ran on CBS and became famous for its adult-oriented fill-in-the-blank humor and rotating celebrity panelists. The ABC revival preserves the same format while updating the celebrity roster and production style.

What is Match Game 2016 about?

Match Game is a comedic game show in which two contestants try to match fill-in-the-blank answers given by a panel of six celebrities. The humor comes from the often outrageous and unexpected responses. Hosted by Alec Baldwin, the show blends classic game show structure with sharp celebrity wit and audience-friendly comedy.

When did Match Game 2016 first air?

Match Game premiered on June 26, 2016, on ABC in the United States. The revival debuted with a TV-14 content rating and quickly found an audience thanks to its celebrity-driven humor and nostalgic format. The show has continued airing new seasons, with Season 6 adding eight additional episodes to its run.

What is the content rating for Match Game?

Match Game (2016) carries a TV-14 content rating in the United States, indicating the show may be unsuitable for children under 14 without parental guidance. The rating reflects the show's adult-leaning humor, which often includes suggestive fill-in-the-blank prompts and playful innuendo from the celebrity panelists.

Is Match Game renewed or cancelled?

Match Game is currently listed as a returning series and remains in active production on ABC. As of the latest available data, the show has not been cancelled. With six seasons and 73 episodes already aired, the series continues to be part of ABC's programming lineup, with Season 6 being the most recent installment.

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