The popular online game Wordle is set to make its transition from digital to television. NBC is currently piloting a game show based on the beloved trivia game, which has amassed billions of players annually. Savannah Guthrie has been named as the host, while Jimmy Fallon is playing a key role in its adaptation.
Jimmy Fallon’s Role in the Adaptation
Fallon, through his production company Electric Hot Dog, is collaborating with Universal Television Alternative Studio and the New York Times. This initiative follows the New York Times’ acquisition of Wordle in 2022, originally created by Welsh software engineer Josh Wardle.
Game Show Format and Audience Engagement
The new game show aims to capture the essence of the online game, which allows players six attempts to guess a daily five-letter word. Players receive feedback through colored tiles indicating the accuracy of their guesses. This engaging format has led to significant growth in player participation, with the game achieving 5.3 billion plays last year, an increase from 4.8 billion plays in 2021.
- Host: Savannah Guthrie
- Producer: Jimmy Fallon (Electric Hot Dog)
- Partners: Universal Television Alternative Studio, New York Times
- Game Format: Daily five-letter word puzzle with six guesses
- 2022 Plays: 5.3 billion
- 2021 Plays: 4.8 billion
Previous Successes and Future Prospects
If the show goes to air, it will join a lineup of other popular programs from Fallon, including the recent launch of his business competition series On Brand. This show airs on Tuesdays and Fridays. Additionally, Fallon’s reboot of Password has been renewed for a third season, further demonstrating his significant influence on NBC’s programming.
As the production continues in the UK, fans eagerly await the debut of this television adaptation of Wordle, which promises to bring a new twist to an already addictive game.
