ABC Scores… Let’s Duel Again

Game shows are formulaic. Winners. Losers. Prize money. Trivia questions. Multiple choice answers. Studio audiences. Canned dramatics. Occasionally, excellent endeavors shatter this mold. However, the majority resemble cookie cutters.

Last week, I viewed ABC’s “Duel.” The program is compelling. The contest is slightly dramatic. The competition is catch phrased. With that stated, Duel channels “Who Wants to Be A Millionaire.” The Las Vegas and Trivial Pursuit combination is gripping.

Mike Greenberg is an exemplary host. Given his ESPN background, I had reservations. Yet, Greenberg was clever. Greenberg was sharp. Perfectly, he balanced contestant’s personalities and Duel’s tension. Game shows remain risky. However, Duel is a winner. ABC should showcase another season.