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- 2014
- 2 Seasons
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4.7 (399)
Pawnography was a television game show that premiered in 2014 on the History Channel. The show was hosted by stand-up comedian Christopher Titus, and featured two teams of three competing against each other in trivia related to items found in a pawn shop. The teams consisted of pawn shop experts Corey Harrison and Austin "Chumlee" Russell, alongside a celebrity guest in each episode. The show begins with the two teams going head-to-head in a four round trivia contest. Each round consists of multiple choice questions and a "speed round" where the contestants must buzz in as quickly as possible to answer. The questions are all focused on items that might be commonly found in a pawn shop, such as vintage guitars, sports memorabilia, and rare coins. As the rounds progress, the questions become increasingly more difficult. After the four rounds, the team with the highest score moves on to the "Pawn Shop Challenge". In this final round, the contestants are presented with several items typically found in a pawn shop, and must guess their value without going over. The team that comes closest to guessing the correct value earns points, and the team with the most points at the end of the challenge wins the game. One unique aspect of Pawnography is the inclusion of a celebrity guest on each episode. These guests ranged from musicians to reality TV stars, and served as the third member of each team. They often had a personal connection to one of the items being presented, which added an interesting dynamic to the show. Another standout feature of the show was the banter between the contestants and host Christopher Titus. As a stand-up comedian, Titus brought a lighthearted and humorous tone to the show. He often made jokes at the contestants' expense, but also provided interesting facts and anecdotes about the items being presented. Pawnography received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. Some praised the show for its unique concept and lighthearted tone, while others felt that it lacked the high stakes and drama of other game shows. Despite the mixed reception, Pawnography ran for two seasons on the History Channel, concluding in 2015. Overall, Pawnography was a fun and informative game show that combined trivia, pop culture, and pawn shop expertise. The inclusion of celebrity guests and the humor of host Christopher Titus made for an entertaining viewing experience. While it may not have been the most groundbreaking game show, it provided a welcome change of pace from the usual primetime offerings.
