Long-running panel hit that made ordinary secrets into prime-time theater.
Why it matters
Episode guide
592 episodes across 16 seasons — season-by-season catalog (titles and dates, not a recap dump).
At a glance
Contestants whisper a secret to the host; a celebrity panel tries to guess it with yes/no questions. The secrets ranged from silly to historically delightful. It was quieter than big-money quizzes and outlasted many of them.
Network & studio
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1950s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Long-running panel hit that made ordinary secrets into prime-time theater.
Creators
Mark Goodson · Bill Todman
Key cast
- Garry Moore as Host
- Bill Cullen as Panelist
- Henry Morgan as Panelist
- Betsy Palmer as Panelist
Flash facts
- CBS panel show 1952–1967; hosted primarily by Garry Moore.
- Goodson-Todman production; regulars included Bill Cullen and Henry Morgan.
- Revived multiple times; the Moore-era original is the cultural touchstone.
FAQ
What network aired I've Got a Secret?
I've Got a Secret is associated with CBS (1952–1967).
Why is I've Got a Secret in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1950s?
Long-running panel hit that made ordinary secrets into prime-time theater.
Who are the key names behind I've Got a Secret?
Creators and principals include Mark Goodson, Bill Todman.
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