What’s next for Ellen DeGeneres? A magazine called E? A network called EWW? Not so fast. NBC is just auditioning six prime-time episodes of the talk-show queen as game-show host.
“Contestants, pulled right from the audience, will have to maneuver massive obstacles, answer questions under immense pressure and face a gigantic plunge into the unknown,” NBC said.
“While every episode will feature DeGeneres’ one-of-kind comedy, personality and a unique roster of games, they’ll all end the same way — with DeGeneres giving someone a chance at a huge cash prize.
DeGeneres said: “We’re pulling out all the stops — gigantic sets, hilarious games. It’s going to be like a combination of ‘American Ninja Warrior,’ ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ and a water park. OK, it’s nothing like that, but you should still watch.”
Viewer reaction was positive.