Generation Gap is an American game show that aired on ABC from July 7, 2022, to September 21, 2023, hosted by Kelly Ripa
. The show features pairs of family members from different generations—typically a grandparent and grandchild—competing to answer pop culture questions about each other's generations to win cash and prizes
. Format and Gameplay:
- Two or three teams of family pairs compete per episode, with each member answering questions about the other's generation
- Correct answers earn money, while missed questions allow the opposing generation to steal for half the value
- The game consists of two rounds, with question values increasing in the second round
- The highest-scoring team wins their earnings and advances to a bonus round called "Toddler's Choice," where the youngest family member chooses a prize between a new car or a toy for young children
- The show emphasizes family connection and cross-generational learning, making it family-friendly and accessible to multiple generations watching together
The concept is reminiscent of an earlier ABC game show titled The Generation Gap, which aired briefly in 1969 and featured teams of younger and older players answering questions about each other's generations, including musical challenges
. Generation Gap was well-received for its family-friendly appeal and was renewed for a second season that aired in mid-2023, though the status of a third season remains uncertain as of mid-2024
. In summary, Generation Gap is a comedy game show that bridges generations through trivia about pop culture and shared experiences, fostering family fun and understanding across age groups
