Gayme Show Explained

Genre:	Comedy
Director:	Michael Dempsey
Num Seasons:	1
Num Episodes:	8
Producer:	Erin Owens
Network:	Quibi

Gayme Show (stylized as GAYME SHOW!) is an American unscripted comedy show that debuted April 6, 2020 as a part of the premiere content roll out for mobile streaming service Quibi.

In each episode, two straight-identifying contestants go head-to-head with a celebrity “life partner” as they face a series of physical and mental challenges. The winner of each round is given the tongue-in-cheek title of “Queen of the Straights.”^[1]

The show was created, written and is hosted by comedians Dave Mizzoni and Matt Rogers.^{[2] [3]}

In June 2020, it was announced the series was renewed for a second season.^[4] The future of the series is unknown following Quibi's shutdown in December 2020.^[5] It did move with the rest of Quibi's library to The Roku Channel in 2021.

Vonzell Solomon sings the show's theme song as well as the transitions in between rounds.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Quibi's 'Gayme Show!' Is A Comedic Celebration Of LGBTQ People And Allies. Wong. Curtis M.. March 30, 2020. HuffPost. April 14, 2020.
2. Web site: Quibi Sets 'Gayme Show' Comedy Competition With Hosts Matt Rogers And Dave Mizzoni. Dino-Ray. Ramos. Deadline Hollywood. October 17, 2019 . April 14, 2020.
3. Web site: Quibi's "Gayme Show!" Asks: Who Is the Ultimate "Queen of the Straights"?. Lawrence. Ferber . NewNowNext . . April 13, 2020 . April 14, 2020.
4. Web site: Franks. Nico. Quibi Renews 'Gayme Show', Comedy Competition With Hosts Matt Rogers And Dave Mizzoni Creator. C21Media. Jun 25, 2020. Jun 25, 2020.
5. Web site: Quibi is shutting down . October 21, 2020 .