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By Melissa Camacho
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Super fun reboot features lively host, mildly edgy jokes.
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Supermarket Sweep
What's the Story?
SUPERMARKET SWEEP is a lively game show reboot that features teams of people showing off their knowledge of consumer brands, and their ability to quickly grab thousands of dollars worth of grocery products off the shelves. Hosted by Leslie Jones, the game features three teams of two being quizzed on the names and mascots of a wide-range of grocery products. Every question answered correctly wins them more time on the clock. Once these rounds are over, a member of each team is allowed to run around the store and collect as many groceries as they can within the specified amount of time. They also have a chance to collect bonus items worth money. The team that checks out with the most expensive grocery haul gets the chance to compete for a $100K.
Is It Any Good?
The fourth revival of the popular series, which originated in 1965, offers lots of high-energy amusement as players work their way through quizzes and grocery aisles. But what makes the series thoroughly entertaining is Leslie Jones, thanks to her fun personality and hosting style. The honest anxiety she expresses as the teams try to beat the clock during grand prize sweep also adds to the fray.
There are only a few slight game updates, which will please fans of the show's earlier incarnations. But the presence of some sidekicks, including a security guard and grocery clerk, are a little weird. Nonetheless, Supermarket Sweep offers lots of lighthearted entertainment that will delight a whole new generation of viewers.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what makes Supermarket Sweep so popular. Is it the focus on recognizable brand names and images? Or is the fun of watching people "shop" like mad? Do you think you'd be good this game?
The brands and logos featured on the series aren't strictly being featured with a commercial intent, but what impact can showing them potentially have on kids? Is there be a way to play this game without featuring popular products?
TV Details
- Premiere date : October 18, 2020
- Cast : Leslie Jones
- Network : ABC
- Genre : Game Shows
- Character Strengths : Teamwork
- TV rating :
- Last updated : January 31, 2022
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