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Fun House

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TV Series

The Resume

    (September 5, 1988-April 13, 1991)
    Hosted by J.D. Roth
    Aired in syndication (1988-90) and on FOX (1990-91)
    Premise: Child contestants compete in a game of messy stunts and trivia for a chance to run through the 'Fun House' for prizes

Why Fun House might be annoying:

    It was a complete and total ripoff of another show.
    Like most kids game shows at the time, it featured kids getting 'slimed' and covered in food.
    Marc Summers didn't like the show and frequently took shots at it on 'Double Dare.'
    It typecast J.D. Roth as a kiddie game show host.
    It was canceled soon after it was moved to FOX.

Why Fun House might not be annoying:

    It was considered a 'cooler' alternative to 'Double Dare.'
    Despite being blasted as a 'Double Dare' knockoff, it was able to be successful on its own terms.
    Roth went on to have success as a television producer.
    It released 'Fun House Fitness' children's exercise videos, featuring Jane Fonda no less!

Credit: Diplomat


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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 4 Votes: 75.00% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 4 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 12 Votes: 83.33% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 5 Votes: 80.0% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 3 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 4 Votes: 75.00% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 3 Votes: 33.33% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 6 Votes: 83.33% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 15 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 15 Votes: 53.33% Annoying