Damon Wayans Jr. hosting Frogger
US game show filmed in Sydney now has confirmed hosts.
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US comedian Damon Wayans Jr. (New Girl, Happy Together) has been confirmed as host of upcoming game show Frogger, being filmed in Australia.
He is joined by NFL Network’s Kyle Brandt.
Based on the classic ’80s game show a giant obstacle course has been built in Sydney, where it produced by Eureka Productions for NBCU’s Peacock streamer, as revealed by TV Tonight.
There are twelve outrageous obstacle courses or “crossings.” Physically-demanding challenges will see contestants dodge treacherous traffic, leap over snapping gators and hop over hungry hippos to conquer the course.
13 hour-long episodes have been ordered with contestants to include US expats based in Australia. Production commenced in June and has been completed.
Eureka Productions producing in partnership with Konami Cross Media NY. Eureka Productions’ Chris Culvenor (who created the format) and Paul Franklin executive produce along with Eden Gaha and Fred Birckhead.
An Australian broadcaster is yet to be announced.
Source: Hollywood Reporter
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So it’s Wipeout with a retro-gaming twist? Count me in!!!
Is it still filming through the lockdown?
No, I’ve updated to indicate completed.