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Is Every Second Counts coming back?

Every Second Counts (1986–1993) on BBC One

The answer: Concluded October 29, 1993.
Every Second Counts poster
Network / streamer
BBC One
Premiered
February 8, 1986
Ended
October 29, 1993
Runtime
~30 min per episode
9seasons

About Every Second Counts

Every Second Counts ended on October 29, 1993, after its run on BBC One. The show was a British game show based on the American version of the same name, and it aired from February 8, 1986, to October 29, 1993. Its format involved three married couples competing against each other to earn seconds of time through answering questions. The game was divided into two halves, with players sitting in the "driver's seat" and responding to statements with two possible answers. Correct answers in the first half earned two seconds, while those in the second half earned four seconds. The show was hosted by Paul Daniels, who served as the Quiz Master throughout its run.

Every Second Counts was a game show that tested couples' quick thinking and knowledge. The premise was straightforward: couples answered questions to accumulate seconds, which could later be used in a final challenge. The show's gameplay was similar to the American version, emphasizing speed and accuracy in answering statements across categories chosen by the contestants.

The cast was led by Paul Daniels as the Quiz Master. It aired across nine seasons, with a total of 136 episodes, making it a notable part of British game show history during its time.

Every Second Counts cast

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