Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader
Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader

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Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader

2019
TV Show
Canceled
1 Season
English

The hit game show where adults have to answer grade-school level questions to win big is back! And this time, the kids play a bigger role as they help contestants prove that they're smarter than a 5th grader.

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IMDb6.0/10
Google Users79%
Director: VariousGenres: Game Show, Family, Comedy

Plot Summary

A revival of the popular game show, 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?' features adult contestants answering elementary school-level questions. Hosted by John Cena, the show challenges adults to prove their knowledge by recalling subjects they learned in their early school years. Contestants can cheat once per subject by enlisting the help of a classroom of real fifth graders.

Critical Reception

The 2019 revival of 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?' received a mixed reception. While some critics appreciated the familiar format and John Cena's hosting, others found it to be a rehash of the original series with little innovation. Audience reception was generally positive, particularly among families who enjoyed the lighthearted and educational aspects of the game.

What Reviewers Say

  • Nostalgic appeal of the original format.

  • John Cena's hosting is a highlight.

  • Lacks significant innovation from previous iterations.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the show, appreciating its family-friendly nature and the engaging premise. Many viewers found it entertaining to test their own knowledge alongside the contestants and praised John Cena's charismatic hosting. Some comments noted that while fun, it didn't offer much that was new compared to the original.

Fun Fact

The 2019 revival was filmed in Atlanta, Georgia, marking a return to a different filming location compared to some earlier iterations of the show.

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