Before Chico throws a show at the list, let's keep in mind that for over 10 years, there was an actual fun show behind this before the JD Roberto era.

Why we like it: say what you will about the show, but you can't deny its longevity.

Trivia time: the Shopper's Challenge round was recycled for another Stone-Stanley creation, GSN's "Mall Masters at the Mall of America."

Trivia time: Frank was originally tapped to be a field correspondent, but when the show was ready to roll without a host, Frank got the nod.

Why we like it: If nothing else because it gave out over a million dollars to Curtis Warren and gave us this phrase, 'For two million dollars, is it Tuna?'. The most dangerous game, indeed.

Trivia time: According to series EP Bob Boden, the show was created in a matter of 17 days.

Trivia time: all three players could keep the money won, however only the winner of the Countdown Round would go to play the car game.

Can you draw out people or phrases? Millions of people have tried.

Why we like it: The second that this debuted, we knew it was going to be a long-running hit.

Trivia Time: the set, within the hallowed halls of Studio 33 at CBS Television City, was designed to look like Burt Reynolds' living room.

16 answers on a board. 11 are correct. 5 are wrong. The theme and variation behind this premise has 3 players competing for a shot at a car.

Why we like it: It's a fun premise, but the skill of host Peter Tomarken is what makes this work. Another show that got cancelled well before it should have.

Trivia Time: the show had longer runs in the UK and Australia.

One of these 65 presents has a check for a lot of money.

Why we like it: Admit it. You watched this Geoff Edwards show because you liked to see the skits and the klunks. We know you did. Just admit it.

Trivia Time: Emile Autori, the bonded security agent in the 80s series, was an actual bonded security agent.

Why we like it: The reason why it's this high up has NOTHING to do with the fact that Gordon Pepper just stumped the panel in a live version of the show in California. Noooooo...

Trivia time: Lucille Ball holds the record for the most times ever as mystery guest.

Why we like it: Regardless of the incarnation, the show of stunt completion is catchy and could probably even be made into a successful revival today.

Trivia time: Sylvania sponsored the show in its early days. In fact, all of the jackpot prizes were supplied by the company.

The improv import where everything is made up and the points don't matter made for more laughs than game, but was still entertaining nonetheless.

Why we like it: Drew did a respectable effort with the show, but if you want to laugh really hard, find and watch the UK version. Nothing beats a panel of Ryan Stiles, Colin Mochrie, Mike McShane and Tony Slattery. Nothing.

Trivia time: the original radio show consisted of Clive Anderson, Stephen Fry, John Sessions, and two rotating regulars.

It started with Moolah Beach, but JD Roth's vision finally came into fruition with this children's version of Survivor.

Why we like it: it had all the trappings of the original, but the many secrets made it stand apart.

Trivia time: currently, the Pyramid pieces are... Friendship, Teamwork, Ingenuity, Trust, Knowledge, Heart, Strength, Perseverance, Luck, Leadership, Discipline, Courage, and Commitment.

Take a beautiful but intellectually-challenged woman and couple her with a brilliant but socially challenged geek. Ashton Kutcher's 'Social Experiment' turned into a huge success.

Why we like it: we're geeks. We can't not like it.

Trivia time: season 1 contestant Richard Rubin started out having never been kissed. By the end, he was kissed no less than five times.

Celebs cut a rug with the dance world's finest.

Why we like it: Not only is Tom Bergeron's vehicle one of the surprises of last season, it shows that you do not need a cranky judge in order for a show to work. The fact that the judges had a direct input on who won certainly made the show more than just a popularity contest.

Trivia time: contestants do not get a say in the songs that they dance to.

The world's greatest players... the world's largest prizes... the world's most amazing poker series.

Why we like it: Forget about waiting a year to see who wins 12 million. This show gives out millions of dollars every week and made household names of people like Phil Hellmuth, Johnny Chan and Jennifer Harmon.

Trivia time: the biggest prize pool on World Poker Tour was $8,342,000 at the World Poker Tour finals at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas

Celebs play hold'em for charity

Why we like it: The infatuation with celebrities even extends through our staff, but let's face it - some of these celebrities can play.

Trivia time: the Palms Casino served as the backdrop for the first seven contests.