As was the case with Jim Davidson presenting 'The Generation Game', 'Family Fortunes' ( originally to be titled 'Family Feud' ) was at its peak in my opinion when comedian turned game show host Les Dennis was in charge. No disrespect intended towards Bob Monkhouse and Max Bygraves but Dennis ( who shot to fame after appearing as one of the regular supporting cast in 'Russ Abbot's Madhouse' ) was a far better presenter, hosting the show from 1987 - 2002.
Like many game shows, the format of 'Family Fortunes' was fairly simple, two families competed against each other to answer general knowledge questions. Some of the contestants were not the brightest lamps in the street and gave some priceless answers, which usually would prompt a light hearted quip from Dennis. When a question was answers incorrectly, an ear splintering klaxon would sound.
I don't bother with 'Family Fortunes' anymore. When Dennis left, it lost its sparkle as far as I was concerned. Hardly earth shattering stuff but still miles better than the drab game shows that taint the screens today such as 'The Chase'.
Like many game shows, the format of 'Family Fortunes' was fairly simple, two families competed against each other to answer general knowledge questions. Some of the contestants were not the brightest lamps in the street and gave some priceless answers, which usually would prompt a light hearted quip from Dennis. When a question was answers incorrectly, an ear splintering klaxon would sound.
I don't bother with 'Family Fortunes' anymore. When Dennis left, it lost its sparkle as far as I was concerned. Hardly earth shattering stuff but still miles better than the drab game shows that taint the screens today such as 'The Chase'.