To Tell The Truth (2016)
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Season 6:
Ended on April 26, 2022 -
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"Explore how Anthony Anderson and Mama Doris transformed a 1950s panel concept into a modern primetime hit."
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Season: 6
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jan 26, 2021 | Jimmy Kimmel, Andrea Savage and Sherri Shepherd | |
| E2 | Feb 02, 2021 | Lil Rel Howery, Adam Rodriguez and Nikki Glaser | |
| E3 | Feb 09, 2021 | Joel McHale, Cedric the Entertainer and Malin Åkerman | |
| E4 | Feb 16, 2021 | Brad Garrett, Donald Faison and Cheryl Hines | |
| E5 | Feb 23, 2021 | Alfonso Ribeiro, Tom Lennon and Vivica A. Fox | |
| E6 | Feb 23, 2021 | Cedric the Entertainer, Joel McHale and Lauren Lapkus | |
| E7 | Mar 02, 2021 | Nikki Glaser, Lil Rel Howery and Bob Saget | |
| E8 | Mar 09, 2021 | Brad Garrett, Cheryl Hines and Big Boy | |
| E9 | Mar 16, 2021 | Ron Funches, Tom Lennon and Rick Fox | |
| E10 | Mar 23, 2021 | Sherri Shepherd, Gabriel Iglesias and Karamo Brown | |
| E11 | Jun 06, 2021 | RuPaul, Cedric The Entertainer and Nikki Glaser | |
| E12 | Jun 13, 2021 | Jason Alexander, Oliver Hudson And June Diane Raphael | |
| E13 | Jun 20, 2021 | Kevin Nealon, Retta and Francia Raisa | |
| E14 | Jun 27, 2021 | Brad Garrett, Michael Ealy and Jeannie Mai | |
| E15 | Jul 18, 2021 | Lil Rel Howery, D.L. Hughley and Joel McHale | |
| E16 | Jul 25, 2021 | Teri Hatcher, Chelsea Handler and Thomas Lennon | |
| E17 | Aug 22, 2021 | Caroline Rhea, Deon Cole and Adam Pally | |
| E18 | Aug 29, 2021 | Nico Santos, Kate Flannery and Joel McHale | |
| E19 | Sep 12, 2021 | J.B. Smoove, Brad Garrett and D'Arcy Carden | |
| E20 | Sep 19, 2021 | Cedric The Entertainer, London Hughes and Nikki Glaser | |
| E21 | Feb 22, 2022 | Cynthia Erivo, Gary Owen and Donald Faison | |
| E22 | Mar 08, 2022 | George Lopez, D.L. Hughley and Natasha Leggero | |
| E23 | Mar 22, 2022 | Loni Love, Adam Pally and Ron Funches | |
| E24 | Mar 29, 2022 | Oliver Hudson, Kim Fields and London Hughes | |
| E25 | Apr 05, 2022 | Chelsea Handler, Thomas Lennon and Oscar Nunez | |
| E26 | Apr 12, 2022 | Amanda Seals, Kevin Nealon and Jaleel White | |
| E27 | Apr 19, 2022 | Marlon Wayans, Arsenio Hall, and Joel McHale | |
| E28 | Apr 26, 2022 | Cynthia Erivo, Donald Faison and Iliza Shlesinger |
Series Legacy & Historical Archive
Franchise Status: Concluded
To Tell The Truth (2016) remains a definitive pillar of game show television, having concluded its influential run on ABC. This iteration of the classic 1950s format successfully bridged the gap between vintage nostalgia and modern comedic sensibilities. By placing host Anthony Anderson and his mother, Mama Doris, at the center of the production, the series transformed a simple guessing game into a vibrant variety hour. Its legacy is defined by its ability to highlight extraordinary human stories through a playful, skeptical lens, ensuring that the core mechanic of identifying the real person among impostors never lost its thrill for a contemporary audience.
The show remains a rewatch staple because it prioritizes chemistry and charisma over high-stakes competition. Fans return to the series for the unpredictable banter between celebrity panelists and the genuine surprise revealed during the final unmasking of the true subject. By maintaining a fast-paced, lighthearted atmosphere, the 2016 revival proved that the fundamental human curiosity regarding deception and truth is timeless. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of the panel format, serving as a blueprint for how to modernize legacy intellectual property without losing its original charm.
If you liked To Tell The Truth (2016):
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Technical Details
- Network: ABC (US)
- Seasons: 8
- Years: 2016 - 2022
- Genre: Comedy, Game Show, Mystery
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