On this day September 12 1987, Im Telling premiered on NBC, offering a kid friendly spin on the Newlywed Game format. Hosted by Laurie Faso, the game show paired up brothers and sisters to test how well they knew each other through questions, challenges, and playful competition.
The format included rounds where siblings answered questions about one another, revealing funny and sometimes embarrassing facts. The winning teams advanced to the Pick a Prize Arcade, where they selected from a wall of prizes that often included toys, games, and electronics popular with 80s kids.
Though it ran for only one season, Im Telling became a nostalgic favorite for children who enjoyed seeing real siblings on TV and the fun mix of humor and competition.
80s insight: Im Telling reflected the 1980s trend of adapting familiar game show formats for younger audiences, making TV competitions more relatable and entertaining for kids.
The format included rounds where siblings answered questions about one another, revealing funny and sometimes embarrassing facts. The winning teams advanced to the Pick a Prize Arcade, where they selected from a wall of prizes that often included toys, games, and electronics popular with 80s kids.
Though it ran for only one season, Im Telling became a nostalgic favorite for children who enjoyed seeing real siblings on TV and the fun mix of humor and competition.
80s insight: Im Telling reflected the 1980s trend of adapting familiar game show formats for younger audiences, making TV competitions more relatable and entertaining for kids.
