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Nippon TV has greenlit a second season of the international quiz competition format “The Floor,” which will debut on October 21 as a weekly series. The show, produced by Talpa Studios, originally launched in Japan this past March as a special celebrity edition and is now expanding with an all-star cast of 32 competitors drawn from comedy, entertainment, social media, and Olympic athletics.
Hosted by actor Okada Junichi, whose recent appearance in the Netflix series “Last Samurai Standing” has boosted his international visibility, the game centers on strategic knowledge battles. Contestants compete across a grid of 100 illuminated tiles, each representing different subject categories. Winners of head-to-head duels take control of their opponent’s tile, while losers exit the competition. The ultimate victor who controls the entire grid wins €100,000.
The format’s success in Japan reflects its broader appeal, with the program now licensed in over 30 countries worldwide. Industry executives credited the show’s distinctive combination of intellectual challenge and emotional drama, which distinguishes it from traditional quiz programs. The move to a regular weekly slot underscores confidence in the format’s ability to sustain viewership on Japan’s competitive entertainment landscape.
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Originally reported by Variety →
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