Plot Synopsis

Hosted by Wayne Brady, LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME is a series of primetime LET'S MAKE A DEAL specials, featuring celebrities playing for charities. Specials include:

LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME honored front-line workers with the program's first primetime special on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at 9pm ET/PT on CBS. Wayne Brady performed an opening number, and the contestants are comprised of essential workers. Traders will play "Smash for Cash" and "Car Pong," and have a chance to win luxury cars, a recreational vehicle and up to $100K.

On Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 9pm ET/PT, CBS debuted a second LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME special, with guest Phil Keoghan, host of THE AMAZING RACE and TOUGH AS NAILS, joining the show to present one lucky trader with an outdoor adventure-themed trip of a lifetime.

CBS premiered a holiday version of LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at 9pm ET/PT, with a one-hour special decked out with holiday decorations, and festively themed games and deals. Plus, Christopher Jackson, star of BULL, makes a special guest appearance.

The next LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME debuted Monday, January 18, 2021 at 9pm, with special guests Billy Gardell and Folake Olowofoyeku, stars of BOB (HEARTS) ABISHOLA. During the special, over $300,000 will be available in cash and prizes, and host Wayne Brady will give away $21,000 to lucky Traders throughout the show to celebrate 2021.

On Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 8pm ET/PT, CBS premiered a new installment of LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME, with over three quarters of a million dollars in cash and prizes up for grabs -- the most in the entire 58-year history of the show! The special's prizes include dream trips to Portugal, Croatia and Greece, a Mercedes-Benz SUV, and a 2022 Lamborghini Huracan EVO Spyder, worth over $347,000! Plus, at least one trader is guaranteed to win $50,000 in cash.

LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME returned with a new one-hour special on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 8pm ET/PT on CBS. Hosted by Wayne Brady, this special celebrates national LET'S MAKE A DEAL Day, featuring new and legacy contestants competing for amazing prizes, as well as hilarious bloopers and classic clips from the iconic game show throughout its history. For the first time ever, one trader could even win a cruise around the world!

CBS premiered a new LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME special -- a costume extravaganza with over $500,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs -- on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 8pm ET/PT on CBS. Hosted by Wayne Brady.

On Friday, November 3, 2023 at 8pm ET/PT, CBS premiered "Vacation!," a new LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME special, hosted by Wayne Brady and featuring a special performance from reggae rapper Shaggy.

On Friday, November 10, 2023 at 8pm ET/PT, CBS debuted "Veterans Day Special," a new LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME special, hosted by Wayne Brady, featuring a salute to the military with Jordin Sparks.

On Friday, November 17, 2023 at 8pm ET/PT, CBS premiered a new LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME special, hosted by Wayne Brady. A Mega Money Monday prize of $25,000; a dream vacation to Japan, Thailand and Singapore; Throwback Thursday prizes honoring LET'S MAKE A DEAL originals Monty Hall and Carol Merrill.

CBS premiered a special Diamond Jubilee episode on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT, honoring the 60th broadcast anniversary of LET'S MAKE A DEAL as one of the longest-running game shows in television history. Complete with a rousing opening number, "Working for the Dealin'" led by Wayne Brady and his musical group, "Dealer," the special episode offers up over $600,000 in prizes in the show's trademark games, including a guaranteed $60,000 cash prize, a chance to win an Aston Martin valued at over $300,000, and more, as long as contestants can avoid the dreaded Zonks. The show also pays tribute to its original stars -- host and creator Monty Hall and model Carol Merrill -- with an antique living room setup from the '60s, classic clips and sentimental memories of Monty and Wayne together.

On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT, CBS premiered "Grammys Special," a new LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME special, hosted by Wayne Brady, which celebrates the 66th Annual Grammy Awards on CBS on February 4 with a song battle deal between host Wayne Brady and Jonathan Mangum. Plus, one trader will win a guaranteed $50,000. Additional prizes include an exclusive island hopping tour to Tahiti & Bora Bora, an Antarctic Expedition, and even a trip to the Grammy Awards! The "Big Deal" is worth over $114k and over $500k prizes up for grabs throughout the show.

On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT, CBS premiered "Super Bowl Special," a new LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME special, hosted by Wayne Brady, which celebrates Super Bowl LVIII. Two traders play head to head to win a Toyota Tundra and a tailgating package with the help of special guest, Pro Football Hall of Fame linebacker Ray Lewis. Plus, Ray throws in a surprise when he reveals that the winner will also receive tickets to the Super Bowl.
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On Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT, CBS premiered "Singles Appreciation Night," a new LET'S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME special, hosted by Wayne Brady, who celebrates Valentine's Day.