Catch 21

You might think this is a simple show, since it is a variation on the game Blackjack, but it is more complex than that.

Three contestants face off, trying to get card hands that total as close to 21 as possible, without going over. But first they get a trivia question (multiple choice) to determine who gets control over the next card. Whoever has control can direct that card to his own hand or to a competitor's hand. The strategy is about maximizing your chances while trying to reduce your opponent's. And you can choose to freeze your hand, forcing your opponent(s) to score a better hand, or lose.

When only one contestant is left, he gets to play against the deck, trying to achieve a score of 21 in three separate hands. The top prize is $25,000, which is notable.

The level of the trivia questions is perfect: not too hard or too easy. The strategy in playing the cards is difficult enough that you will see mistakes in almost every episode.

Host Alfonso Ribeira and dealer Mikki Padilla have a positive vibe and vocally root for the contestants, making this a fun show that involves both knowledge and strategic choices.

I do not understand why they changed the rules of the game. It was successful in the old version. And it was more fun in the old version. The new gal isn't as good, she's too sedate. They don't really make use of the audience like they used to. The host is not as animated as he used to be. He dressed more casually before and I had more fun with a show. I like the old Format of multiple choice, and of giving a chip for each game you won plus 1 for winning the whole thing. I'm writing this because we watch the old version, but we almost never watch the new version. My husband feel the same way about the new show.

Love the show and host however Mickey dresses cheaply for daytime she looks like a lady of the evening if you get my meaning. Not appropriate

First off, I must say that this is a fun game show. Also, I haven't seen every episode. However, I do know the show very well. Every time I've watched it, I've had a lot of fun playing along and watch. This makes me long to be a contestant. The thing I like most about it are guessing the words as letters are gradually given. When it goes off the air, I hope some network brings it back so I can play along and watch again. If that happens, I will be really happy. Before I wrap this up, I'd like to say that I'll always remember this show in my memory forever. Now, in conclusion, I hope that you catch it one day before it goes off the air for good.

I have a few issues with the NEW season of Catch 21.

1. There is WAY too much purple on the set. 2. The hearts and diamonds on the cards are purple instead of red. 3. During the final portion of the game, the number of power chips the player possesses is not displayed. Also, the numbers and symbols on the cards are too small, making it difficult to see which cards have been dealt.

Finally, Whitney is nice and very pretty, but I miss Mikki Padilla.