Series synopsis
The Wheel is an American sci-fi & fantasy drama television series that premiered on NBC on December 19, 2022. It ended on December 30, 2022. It was created by Rafe Judkins. It stars Michael McIntyre.
The lives of five young villagers change forever when a strange and powerful woman arrives, claiming one of them is the child of an ancient prophecy with the power to tip the balance between Light and Dark forever. They must choose whether to trust this stranger – and each other – with the fate of the world before the Dark One breaks out of His prison, and the Last Battle begins.
Premise
The lives of five young villagers change forever when a strange and powerful woman arrives, claiming one of them is the child of an ancient prophecy with the power to tip the balance between Light and Dark forever. They must choose whether to trust this stranger – and each other – with the fate of the world before the Dark One breaks out of His prison, and the Last Battle begins.
Premise: The ultimate star-studded trivia game show.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Michael McIntyre as Self - Host
Guest cast
- Cat Cora as Self - Expert
- Mark McGrath as Self - Expert
- Todrick Hall as Self - Expert
- Christina Ricci as Self - Expert
- Amber Ruffin as Self - Expert
- Vivica A. Fox as Self - Expert
- Mike Mizanin as Self - Expert
- JoJo as Self - Expert
- John Urschel as Self - Expert
- Sandy Yawn as Self - Expert
- Bruno Tonioli as Self - Expert
- Judge Greg Mathis as Self - Expert
Episodes
This series spans 4 seasons with 47 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 21 | November 18, 2021 | December 28, 2021 |
| Season 1 | 10 | December 19, 2022 | December 30, 2022 |
| Season 2 | 8 | August 31, 2023 | October 5, 2023 |
| Season 3 | 8 | March 13, 2025 | April 17, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Origin Stories - The Breaking of the World See how the male side of the One Power was poisoned by the Dark One and brought about the destruction of the world. |
November 18, 2021 |
| 2 |
"Look Inside" Episode 1 Delve deeper into Ep 1 with exclusive behind the scenes interviews with cast and crew. |
November 18, 2021 |
| 3 |
Origin Stories - The Fall of Manetheren The story of King Aemon and the battle against a horde of Trollocs and Fades that ended with his life and the total destruction of Manetheren. |
November 18, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Wheel: Premiere Christina Ricci, Todrick Hall, Cat Cora, Mark McGrath, Amber Ruffin and Steve Kornacki help contestants answer questions for life-changing money - all on a giant, spinning wheel. |
December 19, 2022 |
| 2 |
Boats, Soaps & Wrestling Ropes Memorable contestant Lynn, a Florida retiree, leads host Michael McIntyre and celebrity experts Vivica A. Fox, Mike "The Miz" Mizanin, JoJo, John Urschel, Captain Sandy and Bruno Tonioli on a roller coaster ride of fast thinking and quick wits. |
December 20, 2022 |
| 3 |
Déjà Vu & Eyes of Blue The spinning wheel goes off the rails as celebrities Tori Spelling, Ricki Lake, Mark Sanchez, Judge Greg Mathis, Amber Ruffin and Justin Willman help contestants answer questions in categories spanning subjects from magic to poker to candy. |
December 21, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Taste of Solitude Moiraine, Lan, Nynaeve, Egwene, Perrin, and Mat find themselves more alone than ever. |
August 31, 2023 |
| 2 |
Strangers and Friends The Two Rivers youths forge new relationships, while Lan tries to mend an old one. |
August 31, 2023 |
| 3 |
What Might Be Nynaeve faces her greatest fears. Rand seeks guidance on his powers from an unexpected source. |
August 31, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
To Race the Shadow Chaos erupts within the White Tower as our heroes become targets of a new evil. |
March 13, 2025 |
| 2 |
A Question of Crimson A dangerous visitor comes to the White Tower. Perrin returns home. Rand and Egwene forge their own path under Moiraine’s watchful eye. |
March 13, 2025 |
| 3 |
Seeds of Shadow Nynaeve and Elayne are given a deadly mission. Perrin learns the consequences of his rage. Lanfear begins to play a dangerous game. |
March 13, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | NBC |
|---|---|
| First aired | December 19, 2022 |
| Last aired | December 30, 2022 |
| Runtime | 44 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Thursday |