Super Password (1984)

In this thrilling reinvention of a beloved classic, Super Password invites contestants to pit their wits against the clock, their opponents, and a slew of secret passwords. Guided by the charismatic host, Bert Convy, the stakes are higher than ever as contestants pair up with celebrity guests in a thrilling battle of words and wit. Each round sees contestants and their celebrity partners grappling with one-word clues, each one inching them closer to revealing a hidden password linked to a famous person, place, or thing. With $100 up for grabs in the initial rounds, and each subsequent round adding another $100 to the pot, the tension mounts as the cash prizes grow. The excitement peaks in the second round, which introduces the "Cashword" feature. Here, celebrities have the challenge of guiding their partners towards an extra-difficult password with just three clues. Success means a handsome reward of $1,000, plus an extra $1,000 for each unsuccessful attempt, leading to potential bumper payouts. The first contestant to amass $500 becomes the champion and steps into the bonus round, a heart-pounding race against time. Ten passwords, each starting with a different letter of the alphabet (from A through J), must be guessed within a 60-second time limit. Each correct guess earns $100, while guessing all ten reaps a whopping $5,000 reward. If the bonus round isn't won, the jackpot mushrooms by $5,000, creating the potential for life-changing prizes over $50,000. However, danger lurks in every round, as illegal clues risk disqualification and the loss of the jackpot. But even if the jackpot is lost, contestants can still play for $100 per remaining word. Contestants continue this exhilarating linguistic dance until they're defeated or they win five games. Occasionally, Super Password features all-celebrity weeks where famous faces play for their chosen charities, adding an extra layer of excitement and goodwill to this high-stakes game of words.

Super Password is a game-show show created by Bob Stewart.

Super Password is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Freevee.