Farewell to “Sphinx”: A Mysterious Game Show Bidding the Stage
August 8, 2024 – The French game show “Sphinx” has sadly come to an end after a long and enigmatic run. Beloved by generations of viewers, the show will be dearly missed.
Fans of the show have been urged to remember it in a peculiar way. A video titled “Fraud” from the Louvre Museum serves as a poignant farewell, while a cryptic message hidden in the show’s title letters hints at its enigmatic nature.
The show’s finale was marked by a special drawing, featuring a unique pairing of “Master Capello” and “death,” accompanied by illustrations by Max Favalelli. This echoes the show’s origins, which began in 1966 with the enigmatic “Numbers and Letters.”
The current season of “Sphinx” saw the reflection time for “Numbers and Letters” reduced to 30 seconds, mirroring the dwindling time of the show’s mastermind, Saint-Pierre.
The final episode leaves viewers with a cryptic message: “See you in 120th of an hour for the result.” What this cryptic message signifies remains to be seen.
The enigmatic origins of “Sphinx”:
The show’s origin story is as fascinating as its gameplay. The original judge, Max Favalelli, described the show as a “Dictionary of Wisdom” with a unique format that differed from traditional game shows. The legendary “Numbers and Letters” format, featuring cryptic clues and cryptic solutions, became the show’s trademark.
A legacy of mystery:
“Sphinx” leaves behind a legacy of mystery and intrigue. Its cryptic clues, enigmatic characters, and cryptic messages have captivated audiences for decades. While its final episode has aired, the show’s unique blend of entertainment and intellectual challenge will be remembered by its loyal fans.