About To Tell the Truth

'To Tell the Truth' is a revival of the classic game show of the same name, first aired in 1956. The modern version, released in 2016 by ABC, keeps the original concept wherein a panel of celebrities is presented with three people who all claim to be the same person with the same incredible talent, job or achievement. One of them is telling the truth, and the other two are impostors. The celebrities must then ask questions to determine who is telling the truth.

Making / Production

The show was produced by FremantleMedia North America and was filmed in Los Angeles, California. The producers put a modern twist on the classic game show format, with humor and unexpected surprises adding to the entertaining mix. The host of the show is the Black-ish actor Anthony Anderson.

Actors

• Anthony Anderson - Serves as the Host and Executive Producer of the show, injecting charm and wit into the proceedings.
• Doris Bowman - Plays herself and serves as the Scorekeeper, adding a delightful quirkiness.
• Mama Doris - Plays herself, the mother of Anthony Anderson, bringing warmth and humor to the show.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This revival marks the sixth version of the show. It was previously revived in 2000 and 2008.
• The original show was the first game show ever to air in prime time.
• Many of the celebrities that appear on the show are not being told who the real person is, so their reactions are genuine.

Awards

While the 2016 revival of To Tell the Truth hasn't won any awards as of yet, it has been received positively by the audience.

Quotes

• Anthony Anderson: "It’s time to play the game where honesty is not always the best policy."
• Mama Doris: "Now remember, only one of these people is the real [guest's occupation], and has sworn to tell the truth."

Music, Soundtrack

• The show's theme song is a modern rendition of the original 'To Tell The Truth' theme.
• The background score comprises energetic and sometimes comical tunes that enhance the fun atmosphere of the show.