Catchphrases and Gimmicks

Gimmicks and Catchphrases

Who said:

You are the weakest link. Goodbye, Anne Robinson, The Weakest Link
Would you like to phone a friend, ask the audience or 50/50? Chris Tarrant
I’ve started so I’ll finish. John Humphreys, Mastermind
Start the Clock, Countdown
What’s the scores on the doors? Bruce Forsyth, The Generation Game
They think it’s all over – it is now. They think It’s all over
Is that your final answer? Chris Tarrant, Who wants to be a millionaire?
Can I have a P please Bob? Blockbusters
 
What is the appeal of catchphrases?
They make it easy to remember the show

What is a gimmick?
An ingenious or novel device, scheme, or stratagem, especially one designed to attract attention or increase appeal.
 
What does a gimmick do and why is it necessary?
A gimmick makes a show unique and often funny so it means people remember it easily so more people know about the show.