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$weepstake$ (1979)

  • Drama
  • 60 min episodes
  • 1 seasons

An anthology depicting the lives of people who hope to win a large amount of money in a sweepstakes and what happens after they win — or do not win — the money.

Created byRobert Dozier, Thomas L. Miller

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  1. 01

    Tales of the Unexpected

    Similar atmosphere

    1979 · 25 min · Drama

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    A British television anthology of stories, often with sinister and wryly comedic undertones, and a twist at the end. With early episodes written and presented by Roald Dahl, the series featured a plethora of big name guest stars.

    Why it connects

    • strong genre and series-style overlap
    • shared theme: anthology
    • a closely matched era
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  2. 02

    Peep Show

    Similar atmosphere

    1975 · 30 min · Drama

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    An anthology of half-hour drama programs by new and emerging Canadian writers and directors.

    Why it connects

    • strong genre and series-style overlap
    • shared theme: anthology
    • a closely matched era
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  3. 03

    Teleplay

    Shared themes

    1976 · Comedy · Drama

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    A Canadian anthology series designed to spotlight emerging writing talent, presenting a diverse range of stories and encompassing everything from conventional drama to offbeat and absurdist sketch comedy.

    Why it connects

    • substantial genre overlap
    • shared theme: anthology
    • a closely matched era
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  4. 04

    Playhouse

    Similar atmosphere

    1974 · 35 min · Drama

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    A one-hour anthology television series of one-off contemporary and classic dramas produced by the BBC.

    Why it connects

    • strong genre and series-style overlap
    • shared theme: anthology
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  5. 05

    Family Fortunes

    Strong series match

    1980 · 35 min · Family · Reality

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    Two families go head to head as they try to name the post popular answer to survey-based questions posed to 100 people for a chance to win a jackpot prize.

    Why it connects

    • strong recommendation signals
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  6. 06

    The Twilight Zone

    Shared themes

    1985 · 30 min · Drama · Mystery · Sci-Fi & Fantasy

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    This 1980s revival of the classic sci-fi series features a similar style to the original anthology series. Each episode tells a tale (sometimes two or three) rooted in horror or suspense, often with a surprising twist at the end. Episodes usually feature elements of drama and comedy.

    Why it connects

    • shared theme: anthology
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  9. 09

    The Millionaire

    Strong story similarity

    1955 · 30 min · Drama

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    An anthology series that explored the ways sudden and unexpected wealth changed life for better or for worse. It told the stories of people who were given one million dollars from a benefactor who insisted they never know him, with one exception.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • strong genre and series-style overlap
    • shared theme: anthology
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  10. 10

    Supermarket Sweep

    Strong series match

    1990 · 30 min · Reality

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    An American television game show combining an ordinary team-based quiz show with the novel concept of a live, timed race through a supermarket.

    Why it connects

    • strong recommendation signals
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