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Pokerface
Participants in the new quiz Pokerface must accurately assess both quiz questions and opponents. There's €2,000 to be won every day. Finalists can return every day, so this cash prize can grow significantly. Contestants place chips and try to convince other players that they're very close to the correct answer. The quiz is all about courage, tactics, and opponent assessment. Contestants must determine when it's wise to go all-in and when it's better to fold.
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Plot Summary
This Peacock original series follows Charlie Cale, a casino worker with an uncanny ability to detect when someone is lying. On the run after angering a powerful casino owner, she travels across the country in her Plymouth Barracuda, encountering a new set of eccentric characters and solving a different murder in each town. Each episode presents a classic "howcatchem" mystery, with Charlie stumbling upon the crime and using her unique skill to unravel the truth.
Critical Reception
Poker Face has been widely acclaimed by critics for its clever writing, Natasha Lyonne's captivating performance, and its nostalgic nod to classic detective shows. Reviewers praised Rian Johnson's signature blend of humor and suspense, as well as the show's episodic, case-of-the-week format that allows for a diverse range of guest stars and intriguing mysteries.
What Reviewers Say
Natasha Lyonne delivers a star-making performance as a truth-detecting drifter.
Rian Johnson revitalizes the classic detective procedural with wit and style.
The show's inventive mysteries and charming characters make for addictive viewing.
Google audience: Audiences have overwhelmingly praised Poker Face, loving Natasha Lyonne's performance and the show's fun, mystery-driven plots. Many appreciate the classic 'case-of-the-week' format and the high quality of the writing and guest stars.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for multiple awards including Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series (Natasha Lyonne) and Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series. Also received nominations for Golden Globe Awards and Critics' Choice Television Awards.
Fun Fact
The show's distinctive vintage-style title sequence and soundtrack were carefully curated to evoke the feel of classic 1970s detective dramas like Columbo and The Rockford Files.
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