''Rapid Roulette'' is an Irish television

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."Television and radio programmes", ''The Irish Times'', 30 September 1986. Four contestants compete to answer quick-fire general knowledge questions to win cash and prizes. The title refers to the show's

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that contestants spin throughout the course of the game to determine their cash and/or prizes. The programme ran between 30 September 1986 and 6 March 1990 and was produced by Green Apple Productions, and later by Strongbow, for

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Presenters

The series was originally hosted by actor Maurie Taylor, who left the show after the first series and was replaced by former singer Maxi.

References

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