Game shows have been a fun way to learn new things off the television screens.

For game show fans who love to settle down with a cuppa while being competitive, they should brace themselves for this update.

One of Channel Seven’s most popular programs could soon be axed.

The future of The Chase Australia, hosted by Gold Logie winner Larry Emdur, has been bleak.

The network has been scrambling to keep up with fierce competition and changing viewer habits.

The Chase Australia first premiered on TV back in 14 September 2015. Image Credit: 7Plus

For years, The Chase has been a staple of Aussie afternoons, providing a bit of brain-teasing fun before the evening news.

Yet, lately, the show has been losing ground to Nine’s surprise hit, Tipping Point.

In recent weeks, Tipping Point has consistently outperformed The Chase in ratings, even making it into the top 10 national TV programs.

This ratings slump was more than a minor hiccup—it has caused real concern behind the scenes at Seven.

The 5:00 pm slot is crucial for networks, as they serve as the lead-in to the 6:00 pm news.

A drop in viewership on the 5:00 pm timeslot could have a knock-on effect on the rest of the evening’s programming.

Seven Network’s newly appointed executives have reportedly jostled for influence to impress the network’s top brass, including chairman Kerry Stokes and his son, Ryan.

CEO Jeff Howard, who’s just over a year into the job, has already felt the heat of the competition on the said timeslot.

Seven’s Group Managing Director of Television, Angus Ross, may have the final say on The Chase’s fate.

The show has already been shifted to a 3:00 pm slot in addition to its usual 5:00 pm airing as a test to see if it can find a new audience.

With The Chase’s future up in the air, Seven has also been considering a new afternoon program to fill the gap.

There have been talks of adding either a news program or an advertorial show, similar to the previously axed Daily Edition.

This idea could turn Seven into a near-constant news channel during daylight hours, running news and lifestyle content from sunrise to the early afternoon.

If The Chase gets the chop or moved to a secondary channel, Larry Emdur’s fans do not need to worry.

Insiders stated that he’ll remain a valued member of the Seven family, popping up in other roles or special projects.

For readers who love watching The Chase Australia, now’s the time to show support.

Key Takeaways

• Seven’s popular afternoon game show, The Chase Australia, faces possible cancellation or timeslot changes due to consistently poor ratings against Nine’s Tipping Point.
• Network tensions and leadership rivalries have surfaced as Seven considers replacing The Chase with a new program.
• An advertorial-style afternoon news show may be put on their schedule to regain audience members before the flagship 6:00 pm news.
• Should The Chase get cancelled or moved to another channel, host Larry Emdur may also appear in several Seven Network engagements.

Are you a fan of The Chase? Would you be disappointed if it disappeared from your afternoon routine? We would love to read your thoughts and memories about the beloved game show, so share them with us in the comments below!

 

[etphhome]

Yes, I am a big fan. I really hope that Channel 7 doesn’t axe it.

 

[deni67]

I prefer the English version of The Chase and I like Tipping Point, and also Deal or No Deal.