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Test Pattern

The only game show that matters

  • Comedy
  • Reality

Overview

"Test Pattern," MuchMusic's inaugural game show in the late 1980s to early 1990s, featured Bill St. Amour on music and sound, with announcer Bill Carroll. Hosted by Dan Gallagher and produced by Sidney M. Cohen, it included Canadian musicians and used foam bricks to select topics in a points-based contest. Season one had four five-time champions who won trips, later competing for a home stereo in a "Tournament of Champions." Notably, winning a 2-slice toaster became an iconic prize. The show concluded after two seasons.

Status:Ended

Director:

Sidney M. Cohen

Writer:

Frank Young

Top Cast

Dan Gallagher

Dan Gallagher

Host

Frank Sicoli

Frank Sicoli

Bill Carroll

Bill Carroll

Announcer

Frank Young

Frank Young

Various

Official Videos

Test Pattern: Canada's Unforgettable Cult Hit Game Show

Test Pattern: Canada's Unforgettable Cult Hit Game Show

Test Pattern March 13, 1989

Test Pattern March 13, 1989

MuchMusic Test Pattern Dan Gallagher 1989

MuchMusic Test Pattern Dan Gallagher 1989

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