$ALE OF THE CENTURY [NBC]: Episode 5

[palmer7]

(fade in)

Slight programming note: I'm going to be taping some Tonight Show episodes from beautiful downtown Orlando this fall. I'm hosting, not guesting. Hey, if Pat Sajak can host a talk show, why can't I? (canned audience laughs)

And on that happy thought, here's Steve with the requisite car plug.

[palmer7]

[STEVE V/O CAR PLUG_WHERE'S THE WALRUS BED]

Steve: (VO) If one of our players finishes the game with at least $100, they could win the ultimate statement in luxury sportscars...this 2020 Mercedes Benz AMG GT Roadster. The 550 HP 4 liter engine is controlled by a 7-speed transmission, allowing it to go from 0 to 60 in just 3.6 seconds. Included are all the standard features plus a convertible top, GT-C performance package, 4 years of Mercedes-Benz Premier Service and a diamond-studded Mercedes-Benz keychain from Germani Jewelry. Furnished by Premier Motor Group. And to help with on-road costs, we are including $20,000 in cash. This stunning vehicle showcase is priced at

Now back to Greg Palmer and $ale of the Century!

(canned applause)

(fade in back to me)

Greg: Thanks, Steve. Let's get back to the match.


Bob: $37
Frank: $40
James: $55


Bob has $37. Frank, who just won a smaller car in our last segment, is at $40. The champ is ahead at $55. James, pay close attention to that lead. Let's get back to the questions.


1. What is the capital of Antigua and Barbuda?
2. Who was the only Australian to portray James Bond?
3. What broadcast television network debuted on October 9, 1986?
4. Which state is home to the oceanside city Myrtle Beach?
5. Give me the next line to this song.

And here to perform it is Sia!

(canned audience cheers as Sia, wigless, comes in and performs the song)

Sia:

Ooh, together
We can take it higher

I can hear the thunder
Coming from your mouth
And I know my number's up
Give me some Stevie Wonder
Quick, put it on before we go under

I can see the lightning
Coming from your ears
Yeah, I see you're frightened
I can see the lion
Sleeps tonight in the tears you're crying

Oh, you can't love me unless you love you too
Treat yourself like nothin' but a fool
Can't love me unless you love you too
Love you too

Come now set the past on fire
Stand up raise your face to the sky, my love

(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. What is the capital of Antigua and Barbuda?
(buzzcode: 23)
*James buzzes in (15)*
James?
James: St. John's
Correct.
(ding)


Bob: $37
Frank: $40
James: $60



2. Who was the only Australian to portray James Bond?
(buzzcode: 68)
*Bob buzzes in (46)*
Bob?
Bob: craig
(buzzer)
George Lazenby. Daniel Craig is quite British, thank you.


Bob: $32
Frank: $40
James: $60



3. What broadcast television network debuted on October 9, 1986?
(buzzcode: 29)
*James buzzes in (34)*
James?
James: Fox
And we're taping on their lot, too. You're right.
(ding)


Bob: $32
Frank: $40
James: $65



4. Which state is home to the oceanside city Myrtle Beach?
(buzzcode: 52)
*Frank buzzes in (61)*
Frank?
Frank: South Carolina
Yes, a beautiful part of the country. I've been there. Birthplace of Vanna White.
(ding)


Bob: $32
Frank: $45
James: $65


5. Give me the next line to this song.

And here to perform it is Sia!

(canned audience cheers as Sia, wigless, comes in and performs the song)

Sia:

Ooh, together
We can take it higher

I can hear the thunder
Coming from your mouth
And I know my number's up
Give me some Stevie Wonder
Quick, put it on before we go under

I can see the lightning
Coming from your ears
Yeah, I see you're frightened
I can see the lion
Sleeps tonight in the tears you're crying

Oh, you can't love me unless you love you too
Treat yourself like nothin' but a fool
Can't love me unless you love you too
Love you too

Come now set the past on fire
Stand up raise your face to the sky, my love

(buzzcode: 10)
*James buzzes in (55)*
James?
James: Ooh together we can take it higher
(buzzer)
You added one extra "ooh".
Sia: I wrote the song. Give him the $5.
Greg: OK.
(ding)


Bob: $32
Frank: $45
James: $70



[CASHCARD]

[asja2002]

[palmer7]

I mean, she did write it, of course.

James, it's CashCard time. The CashCard is set at $45,000, and... you've already won the car, haven't you? In that case, we're going to take a short stopdown to talk about this with producers. In the meantime, here's some footage of Steve Anderson dancing.


(BGM: "Living By the Beat" from Dance Fever)

(We get prerecorded footage of Steve going wild and leaving it all on the floor, surrounded by girls)

(canned applause, after the stopdown)

Greg: OK, we've come to a decision. James, it'll cost you $25 to play. You've got a 1 in 4 chance of hitting the "CAR" again. Should that happen, we'll automatically transform that into a "WIN = $50,000" space. That means if you hit that space and win the game, we'll automatically uncover the WIN! and $50,000 spaces, and you'll win $50,000 in cash. It's that simple. Now, should you decide not to play or not hit the "CAR" space, then that crisis will be averted.

So, do you want to play or not? It'll cost you $25. (canned audience shouts suggestions)

[jman8606]

I worked (bleep) hard for this lead Greg! I am taking no chances!

[palmer7]

He's not playing. Let's get somebody at home on our Xfinity CashCard Hotline. Kylo Milner from Santa Fe, New Mexico, watching us on KOB 4. KOB stands 4 New Mexico. We just changed the line slightly, I don't have to pick up the phone receiver anymore. Hello, Kylo.

Kylo: Hi, Greg.

Greg: Hi, Kylo. How are you doing tonight?


Kylo: Fine. And you?

Greg: Better than I deserve, thank you. Now, we put you on hold for some time. Thank you for staying there. For picking up the phone and making it this far, you've won a trip for 5 to Walt Disney World! (Kylo cheers) You'll be staying for a week at Disney's BoardWalk Inn.

It's located within walking distance to both Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Discover carnival games, unique dining and exciting nightlife on the Coney Island-style boardwalk. We'll put you on a Deluxe Dining Plan, you'll get to see all the parks, and you'll have yourselves a good time.

Kylo: That sounds great.

Greg: It sure does. Now, we also have to address some spending money. We'll start you off with $1,000 just for being here, but it could be $10,000 if you get the CAR space or $25,000 if you hit the CashCard. Pick a suit, please.

Kylo: Diamonds at the end.

Greg: Diamonds at the end. (Liz selects the Diamonds icon)

Liz: Good luck, Kylo.

Greg: OK, Kylo. For a possible $25,000... Liz, hit it!

(Liz presses a button, and the reels spin)

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[palmer7]

Take $5. So, $1,000 is better than nothing, Kylo. Stay on the line and someone will talk to you about claiming your winnings.

Kylo: Thanks, Greg. I'll be taking my parents, my best friend, and my brother.

Greg: Sounds great. Thanks for playing, and you stay safe.

Kylo: You too. God bless.

Greg: God bless. Bye. (Kylo hangs up, canned audience applause) Nice guy. CashCard goes up to $50,000 on Monday night. In the meantime, James keeps the lead he worked so hard to get. Back to the questions.

1. What 20 year old boxer became the youngest WBL heavyweight champ in history, when he beat Trevor Berbick in 1986?
2. NAFTA was a trade agreement between the US and what other two countries?
3. What animal's head appears on the handle of Mary Poppins' umbrella?

(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. What 20 year old boxer became the youngest WBL heavyweight champ in history, when he beat Trevor Berbick in 1986?
(buzzcode: 88)
*James buzzes in (66)*
James?
James: Mike Tyson?
Yes, that's right.
(ding)


Bob: $32
Frank: $45
James: $75


Oh, I forgot, Sia, everyone! (canned audience cheers as Sia bows)

Sia: About time, mate.

Greg: Yes. Thank you, Sia.

2. NAFTA was a trade agreement between the US and what other two countries?
(buzzcode: 69)
*Bob buzzes in (43)*
Bob?
Bob: canada mexico
Right you are.
(ding)


Bob: $37
Frank: $45
James: $75


3. What animal's head appears on the handle of Mary Poppins' umbrella?
(buzzcode: 96)
*James buzzes in (65)*
James?
James: Parrot
Voiced by David Tomlinson, George Banks.
(ding)


Bob: $37
Frank: $45
James: $80



[FAME GAME]

Last Fame Game of the day, and James has a $35 lead. James, you don't get a chance at another car, but maintaining your lead would be helpful going into the Century Round. Frank and Bob, you need a Money Card to stay in this. Looking for a famous PERSON.

(whoosh as the puzzle board appears on screen)



[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]

[PERSON]


(buzzcode and # of clues, please)

[palmer7]

Ready? Go.


[___FORMER____] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]

[PERSON]



(beep)

Former.


[___FORMER____] [_WEATHERMAN,_] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]

[PERSON]



(beep)

Weatherman...
*Bob buzzes in (2 clues, 71)*
Bob?

[toetypergs]

pat sajak

[palmer7]


[___FORMER____] [_WEATHERMAN,_] [_____HE______]

[____NOW______] [____HOSTS____] [__"WHEEL"____]

[PAT SAJAK]


(ding)
(canned audience cheers)

Former Weatherman, He Now Hosts Wheel. Now being 39 years running. (just then, Pat Sajak comes out to canned surprise cheers)

Pat Sajak!? Well, what brings you here? (the two of us greet each other)

Pat: I heard about what you and Steve did to Vanna.

Greg: But Pat, we were just trying to make her feel at home.

Pat: Look, if you want my job, why don't you just ask for it?

Greg: Because then I'd have those Toss-Ups, and with (counting on my fingers) One, two, three, four five Toss-Ups, it's a wonder you even get to Round 4. You might as well bring back shopping.

Pat: It's not my fault, though. That's the thing. It's not my fault, it's Harry Friedman's. That's why he's leaving.

Greg: Oh, that's good. Now, who are you replacing him with? Tony Griffin?

Pat: No, that guy who produced The Price is Right. Richards, I think it is.

Greg: Mike Richards!? Oh boy, we'll have to talk later. Liz, where's the $25 Money Card?

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