The Generation Game (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Series · ★ 9
Released in 1971, The Generation Game is a reality and comedy series.
What it’s about. The Generation Game was a British game show produced by the BBC in which four teams of two competed to win prizes. The programme was first broadcast in 1971 under the title Bruce Forsyth and the Generation Game and ran until 1982, and again from 1990 until 2002. The show was based on the Dutch TV show Een van de acht, "One of the Eight", the format devised in 1969 by Theo Uittenbogaard for VARA Television. Mrs. Mies Bouwman - a popular Dutch talk show host and presenter of the show - came up with the idea of the conveyor belt. She had seen it on a German programme and wanted to incorporate it into the show. Another antecedent for the gameshow was 'Sunday Night at the London Palladium' on ATV, which had a game called Beat the Clock, taken from an American gameshow. It featured married couples playing silly games within a certain time to win prize money. This was hosted by Bruce Forsyth from 1958, and he took the idea with him when he went over to the BBC.
Who’s in it. The Generation Game stars Jim Davidson, Bruce Forsyth, Larry Grayson and Luther Blissett.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Generation Game sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Generation Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Generation Game tend to enjoy The Kardashians, The Simpsons, Drawn Together and Clarkson's Farm.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Generation Game (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Generation Game change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Generation Game worth watching?
- The Generation Game holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy reality and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Generation Game?
- The Generation Game stars Jim Davidson, Bruce Forsyth, Larry Grayson and Luther Blissett.
- When was The Generation Game released?
- The Generation Game was released in 1971.