Cover art for Showrunner

Showrunner

2026 · BGG
Avg rating
7.00
Bayes rating
0.00
Weight
2.00 (Medium Light)
Players
1
Playtime
1 hr
Ratings count
1

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Description

As a showrunner, you have one main task: climb the ratings by hooking as many viewers as possible each week. However, you're not the only show on the air, so you'll have to find ways to keep your viewers coming back for more. Can you run a show that dominates primetime? Each game, you'll choose the show you want to run, a rival, and a timeslot (difficulty). Each turn, draw 5 cards & distribute loyal viewers between the Premier, Season and Finale. Then, flip a Rival program card, set Rival viewers, & determine what Rival actions you will face this season. Play cards from your hand for effects or use them to amplify the actions of other cards. Dissuade Rival viewers with a strong Premier, boost your ratings during the Season, & expand your viewership for next season with a compelling Finale. Win the ratings war against 3 different Rival shows to become that classic syndicated TV show that people quote for years to come! —description from the designer

Mechanics

Deck, Bag, and Pool Building Worker Placement

Themes

None recorded

Publishers

Best With 1 Games

Designers

Joe Fontana