Movies and TvShows featuring "the-gong-show" theme.

Confessions of a Dangerous Mind is a dark comedy biographical film based on the supposedly true story of Chuck Barris, a successful game show host who claims to have led a double life as a CIA assassin. The film explores his rise to fame as the creator and host of popular game shows like The Dating Game and The Gong Show, while delving into the dangerous and thrilling world of espionage. As his life becomes increasingly entangled with the world of espionage, Barris struggles to maintain his sanity and questioning whether his actions were real or simply a figment of his imagination.

A revival of the classic 1970s variety show featuring a panel of celebrity judges who rate uniquely entertaining acts, contestants showcasing their unusual talents and sometimes not-so-talented performers.

The Gong Show is a popular and iconic TV show from the 1970s that was filled with shocking and hilarious moments. The show featured a talent competition where contestants showcased their unique skills in front of a panel of celebrity judges. However, if the judges found the act to be too boring or terrible, they could use a giant gong to stop the performance. The Gong Show became known for its wild and wacky acts, making it a must-watch for comedy lovers.

The Gong Show Movie is a dark comedy that spoofs the popular talent show format. The film follows a group of contestants as they compete in bizarre acts, including hitting themselves on the head and playing racket ball. Along the way, there are complaints, a maitre-d, popsicles, and even a Jekyll and Hyde spoof. The contestants encounter an insane man, a doctor, a hospital, a nurse, a sauna, stripping, auditions, salary negotiations, contracts, late arrivals to work, singers with bad dancing skills, country music, beat dancing, and celebrities. There is even a puppet duck and a pianist in a locker room. Amid the toilet humor and nervous breakdowns, the film explores the behind-the-scenes of a talent show and the lengths people will go for fame and fortune. With its outrageous acts and unpredictable moments, The Gong Show Movie is a psychotronic film that will leave audiences laughing and gonging.