Synopsis

The 1955 debut of CBS’s *The $64,000 Question* wasn’t merely a success; it ignited a national craze. Soon, other quiz programs followed in its wake. It would take time for audiences to discover the truth: many of these shows were rigged. The deception gradually, and with considerable pain, began to be exposed. This is a look at television's nascent years and the scandal’s profound effect on the industry and a trusting America.