Ep 165. 5/22/2019

In episode 165 of season 47 of the popular game show "The Price is Right," which aired on May 22nd, 2019, contestants from all walks of life filled the studio, eagerly awaiting their chance to win fabulous prizes. Host Drew Carey kicked off the show with his usual contagious energy, welcoming the audience and introducing the four contestants lucky enough to be called to "come on down!"

As the episode began, the first contestant, Sarah, took her place at Contestant's Row, where she joined three fellow players, John, Lisa, and Michael. The excitement in the air was palpable as everyone anticipated the first item up for bids. The announcer, George Gray, revealed the prize – a stylish new sports car, complete with all the bells and whistles. The bidding commenced, with each contestant carefully calculating their best guess. The crowd erupted with enthusiasm as the final bids were made, and Drew excitedly announced the winner who correctly guessed the closest price without going over.

With the first round out of the way, Drew welcomed Sarah to the stage, where an incredible array of prizes awaited her. The game selected for Sarah was "Plinko," a fan favorite that involved dropping chips down a vertical pegboard to win cash prizes. Sarah's eyes lit up as she dropped the first chip, eagerly watching its descent, hoping it would land in a high-value slot. The audience held their breath as each chip dropped, adding to Sarah's prize total. The tension was high, but Sarah's skilled strategy and a bit of luck proved advantageous, resulting in an impressive cash payout. Sarah's excitement was contagious, and the studio erupted in cheers as she celebrated her victory.

Next, a new contestant, Jessica, joined Drew on stage, drawn by the electrifying atmosphere of the show. Jessica's prize was a thrilling opportunity to win a luxurious vacation. In the game "Hole in One," Jessica had to putt a golf ball across a miniature green, successfully navigating various obstacles to win. With each hole, the difficulty increased, and Jessica's golfing skills were put to the test. The crowd cheered her on as she perfectly gauged the power and angle of each shot. The pinnacle of anticipation was reached as Jessica carefully lined up her final putt. The tense moment froze in time as the ball rolled toward the hole, and then... she sank it! The audience erupted in applause and roars of excitement as Jessica ecstatically claimed her dream vacation.

After a quick commercial break, Drew introduced the next contestant, Mark, who joined him on stage with an air of determination. Mark's challenge involved a classic game called "Cliff Hangers." The goal was simple – guess the prices of various household items correctly to prevent a miniature mountaineer from falling off the edge of a mountain. The audience held their breath as Mark cautiously made his selections, hoping to keep the climber safely on the path. With every accurate estimate, the cheers from the audience grew louder. However, a misstep caused the climber to tumble off the mountain, prompting groans of sympathy from the crowd. Despite this setback, Mark remained in high spirits, embracing the opportunity to partake in such an iconic game.

Lastly, Drew called forth the final contestant, Lisa, who had been eagerly waiting for her chance to shine. Taking her place on stage, Lisa was thrilled to learn that her challenge revolved around the exciting game "One Wrong Price." Three fabulous prizes were presented, but only one had the wrong price listed. Lisa's task was to identify the one incorrect price and claim all three prizes. The crowd provided Lisa with enthusiastic assistance, passionately sharing their opinions on which price seemed out of place. Lisa listened carefully, absorbing the collective wisdom, before confidently making her selection. The audience held their breath in anticipation of the big reveal, and as the correct answer was unveiled, cheers rang out, as Lisa emerged victorious.

As the episode neared its end, Drew gathered all the contestants on stage for the grand finale – the Showcase Showdown. The lucky winners, Sarah and Lisa, had a final chance to win an extraordinary package of prizes. The tension was thick as Drew described each showcase item in detail, enticing the contestants with dream vacations, cars, and extravagant experiences. Sarah and Lisa carefully weighed their options, consulting with the audience and their fellow contestants before making their final bids. The crowd was on the edge of their seats as the winners were announced, and the triumphant contestants embraced their well-deserved victories.

With the final showcases concluded, Drew bid the audience farewell, reminding everyone to come back for another exciting episode of "The Price is Right." As the curtain closed, the ecstatic winners left the stage, undoubtedly filled with joy and gratitude for the unforgettable experience they had just enjoyed. The episode, as always, showcased the blend of anticipation, laughter, and sheer joy that has made "The Price is Right" an enduring favorite among game show enthusiasts for nearly five decades.