Deal or No Deal

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Dec 19, 2005
Season #: 5, 4, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 379 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 289 out of 379
  2. Mixed: 28 out of 379
  3. Negative: 62 out of 379
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  1. csxcop62
    Dec 1, 2017
    0
    Too much BS, not enough game. ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
  2. Annoymous1
    Jan 23, 2013
    8
    An excellent Game show that is so entertaining you will want to super glue yourself onto the seat. So many dramatic moments and that joy dance when you get $200,000 is really cool. If this is not the best game show i am not sure what else is better.
  3. Zilcell
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This is one of the most memorable game shows ever created. You'll like the suspense of seeing which case holds the big bucks and which does not. This is my kind of game show.
  4. moviemonger
    Feb 1, 2011
    1
    Deal or No Deal has become this annoying itch that, no matter how much you scratch, you cannot satisfy. The problem with this show is that the show "awards" too much money on the way to $1 million. Nobody wants to try for the million because they want to pocket the oodles and oodles of money offered by "The Banker". The excitement of this show is totally gone and the novelty of HowieDeal or No Deal has become this annoying itch that, no matter how much you scratch, you cannot satisfy. The problem with this show is that the show "awards" too much money on the way to $1 million. Nobody wants to try for the million because they want to pocket the oodles and oodles of money offered by "The Banker". The excitement of this show is totally gone and the novelty of Howie has taken that bus to "who cares land". Deal or No Deal - close that case!… Expand
  5. kathleenc.
    Oct 12, 2007
    2
    I always loved this show and would of given it a 10, however this evening bringing out the snakes in the case, was in very poor taste! In doing that to someone you are lucky that case didn't get spilled onto the stage!!!
  6. RandyM
    Sep 28, 2007
    0
    This has got to be one of the phoniest Game Shows ever concocted by some half-witted producer.I mean think about it People----Haven't you ever noticed how in the waning minutes of a contestant's time, the remaining case amounts are ALWAYS 2 or 3 extremely low amounts (i.e.$1,$5,$10 or maybe $25) and 2 or 3 very large figures like $100,000 ,$300,000 $500,000 or even the million. This has got to be one of the phoniest Game Shows ever concocted by some half-witted producer.I mean think about it People----Haven't you ever noticed how in the waning minutes of a contestant's time, the remaining case amounts are ALWAYS 2 or 3 extremely low amounts (i.e.$1,$5,$10 or maybe $25) and 2 or 3 very large figures like $100,000 ,$300,000 $500,000 or even the million. What are the odds of that happening EVERYTIME? I mean just by the random odds of probability it looks like that at least every once in a while, the REMAINING amounts would be either ALL below $500---.or to the other extreme--- ALL above say $50,000. You know what I mean,Vern? Also you can tell that some of the Contestants have been "coached" before the show into acting or should I say over-reacting, with Howie. But then again making a complete a## of oneself makes for some great Ratings and NBC knows this all to well.… Expand
  7. DavidM.
    Sep 26, 2007
    0
    This is got to be, without question, one of the lamest,phoniest game shows ever conceived by some half-witted NBC producer. I mean, People haven't you ever noticed how in the waning moments of every Contestant's time in the spotlight,his/her choices ALWAYS comes down to choosing between either 2 or 3 extremely low amounts (i.e.$5,$10,$25) and 2 or 3 fairly high amounts (i.e. This is got to be, without question, one of the lamest,phoniest game shows ever conceived by some half-witted NBC producer. I mean, People haven't you ever noticed how in the waning moments of every Contestant's time in the spotlight,his/her choices ALWAYS comes down to choosing between either 2 or 3 extremely low amounts (i.e.$5,$10,$25) and 2 or 3 fairly high amounts (i.e. $50,000,$100,00,500,000) I mean- think about it-what are the odds of the choices coming down to extremely low amount choices vs.very high amount choices in the last 10 or 12 minutes of EVERY game? Looks like at least, every now and then just by the random odds of the game, it would come down to choosing between either all high numbers at the end OR all low numbers.-- .Know what I mean,Vern? I'm telling ya this show is as phoney as a $3.00 Dollar Bill, and the Contestants trying to out do each other by acting a fool --but then again NBC wouldn"t have put them on the show if they weren't willing to make an a** out of themselves--it makes for good viewer ratings.… Expand
  8. time
    Jun 7, 2007
    3
    The show (originally) was great. But since the initial segments...the offers seem to have spiraled downward...which, to us, makes it boring and predictable. So why bother? The challenge is gone and we've lost interest. Howie , however, is great...as always! It's too bad...it was so much better in the beginning..never missed it!!!
  9. ShirleyA
    Mar 6, 2007
    8
    Contestants are too silly. Deal or No Deal is going to lose these viewers. We like Howie and the girls very much.
  10. UFreakVonGator
    Feb 20, 2007
    1
    There is no product here,...as with (seemingly)EVERY new "show" its, "Sell the sizzle, because the steak is bad meat"! I watched last nights show, and today I am dumber for my efforts. Howie is Mr Clean with a cordless phone. This show "does" NOTHING!....its guessing!
  11. leonardp
    Feb 9, 2007
    10
    it to hard to vote on your 5 cases on the internet
  12. TonyT
    Feb 7, 2007
    6
    I Tivo this show and watch it in about 10 minutes. They waste so much time it's ridiculous. It rates an 8 when I can fast forward thru most of it, and about a 4 when I have to watch the whole thing.
  13. VictoriaA
    Feb 4, 2007
    8
    I love the show, especially Howie Mandel being the host. The only draw back to me is when some of these individuals, act out of character, screaming, yelling, acting crazy, going over board, it turns me off, example, one woman who kept slapping Howie back side, I did not find it was approriate, if a man did this to this female, boy, it would have being another story. VICTORIA
  14. heesoonc
    Feb 4, 2007
    10
    i love howie and learn a language from his gorgeously warm voice.
  15. ScottW
    Feb 3, 2007
    0
    Incredibly stupid and boring. There's no skill, talent, or intelligence involved in the show; contestants just guess numbers. It's lame and repetitive, although I imagine people who are too dumb to succeed at real gameshows love it.
  16. jeanK
    Jan 25, 2007
    10
    My whole family watches "Deal or No Deal" and we all think it is a great show. It's funny, it's breath taking at time, the themes they come up with are great, and just plain excisiting to watch. We think your great "Howie".
  17. AdamJ
    Jan 24, 2007
    10
    The best programme ive watched
  18. RogerK
    Jan 11, 2007
    10
    Great Show. I think it is a cool of winning money and cash.
  19. Tish
    Jan 9, 2007
    10
    I love the show! It is so exciting and I love the way they make it personal for each contestant. We can't wait each week to watch it!
  20. MerleD
    Jan 3, 2007
    10
    Deal or No Deal is an awesome show!! I think it is a cool way of winning a lot of cash. I would love to have a chance to win 1 million dollars. Howie you look great!
  21. angelaS
    Dec 31, 2006
    10
    I am so stuck on this show..I love it..I watch it on chanel 4 and 44..One day I would love to be on this show..
  22. DZ
    Dec 11, 2006
    10
    This show is so great and Howie Mandel is a great entertainer, furthermore the show sets the beautiful and ugly women apart when holding suitcases. If they want to really do a worse show have people like ugly fat reviewer Liz hold suitcases and display their FUPAs holding the suitcases as well. I will continue to watch and masturbate
  23. MaryF.
    Dec 6, 2006
    10
    Deal or No Deal is my best favorite game show on Tv. I wish Deal or No Deal be on tv 3 times a week like Monday ,Wednesday , Friday. I hope that Deal or No Deal be like Bob Parker of Prices is Right. Howie Mandell is best host of this gameof Deal or No Deal.Keep top rating show of Deal or No Deal and keeping on the air!!!
  24. Liz
    Nov 23, 2006
    0
    This show is so stupid and Howie Mandel is a bore ,furthermore the show sets women back 50+ years in the way they just have all these bimbo type women holding suitcases. If they want to really do a better show and insist on the bimbos they should at least make it fare to both sexes and display MALE bimbos holding the suitcases as well. I will not watch this show until they do this for the This show is so stupid and Howie Mandel is a bore ,furthermore the show sets women back 50+ years in the way they just have all these bimbo type women holding suitcases. If they want to really do a better show and insist on the bimbos they should at least make it fare to both sexes and display MALE bimbos holding the suitcases as well. I will not watch this show until they do this for the women viewers in America.… Expand
  25. jeannineb
    Nov 22, 2006
    10
    Really great entertaining show
  26. SallyH
    Nov 19, 2006
    6
    I love the show, but, please, please , please tell Howie that " the offer would have wen t" is terrible grammer !!!!! "would have gone " is correct !!!! Twice he's said that...and I cringe...
  27. ek
    Nov 16, 2006
    10
    I've been wathing this show for a while and I still think it is great. Maybe those who think other wise better get more of an excitable life. What's wrong with a non intelligent show? There are people who would like to participate in a show and just can't. Call me stupid but I love Howie and he is a great host. I hope I will get on the show at on time too. I never miss a I've been wathing this show for a while and I still think it is great. Maybe those who think other wise better get more of an excitable life. What's wrong with a non intelligent show? There are people who would like to participate in a show and just can't. Call me stupid but I love Howie and he is a great host. I hope I will get on the show at on time too. I never miss a show and even my 3 year old will sit and watch it with me so I can even get a quiet time. Your a loser if you don't like it. GO HOWIE!!!… Expand
  28. LisaC
    Nov 4, 2006
    10
    I love this show, I think Howie is soooo cool and makes the show and the girls are darling. Make sure it stays on cuz there's more viewers than not,
  29. LorettaL
    Oct 30, 2006
    10
    I never miss a show,its a must to see,best show on tv,Howie is a brilliant host,i find myself talking to my tv,(as if the contestant is going to hear me)gigglinnnnnnnn,to put on a show that makes peoples hopes and dreams come true,is a miracle,its funny,loving and I believe the LORD will Bless this show and keep it going forever...its every day people pulling together hoping for the very I never miss a show,its a must to see,best show on tv,Howie is a brilliant host,i find myself talking to my tv,(as if the contestant is going to hear me)gigglinnnnnnnn,to put on a show that makes peoples hopes and dreams come true,is a miracle,its funny,loving and I believe the LORD will Bless this show and keep it going forever...its every day people pulling together hoping for the very best for the contest, Howie your the Best.... God Bless.....a devoted fan of the show.....a canadian gal.(smiling)… Expand
  30. JaneW
    Oct 16, 2006
    4
    Drags on way too long. Too much talking from Howie, only get to see 1 person win per episode.Losing interest in this show
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48

Mixed or average reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 2 out of 5
  1. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    20
    It's only a few shades more adult than, say, playing with blocks.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Barry Garron
    20
    That it has been a hit in 35 nations... reveals that there are more international threats than terrorism and global warming.
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  3. New York Post
    Reviewed by: Linda Stasi
    100
    Maddening and exciting.
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