From Jeopardy! To The Traitors: The Game Shows Canadians Are Most Obsessed With.
Game shows have long been a beloved staple in Canadian households, accounting for 5.3% of national TV demand, a figure much higher than the global average. Whether it's the thrill of competition, the strategy behind the games, or a touch of nostalgia, Canadians continue to tune in week after week.
While some shows have seen a boost in popularity, others appear to be slowly slipping out of the spotlight. Classics like Jeopardy!, Family Feud, and Wheel of Fortune remain firm favourites, offering familiarity and comfort.
However, the genre of game shows has evolved. Today’s audiences increasingly crave drama, intensity, and deeper human interaction - a shift that shows like The Traitors and Love Island have capitalised on.
But are these trends consistent across the board? To find out, experts at Spin Casino have analyzed the search demand in the last year for popular TV game shows in Canadian cities, using Google Keyword Planner to determine which show has seen the biggest spike in interest in each city.
The most popular game shows across Canada
With a staggering 3,718% increase, audiences are 100% faithful to The Traitors, landing at the top of Canada’s game show rankings.
In this reality competition, contestants are divided into two groups, the "faithful" and the "traitors." The faithful work together to complete missions and grow a shared prize pot, while the traitors aim to deceive and eliminate them to steal the winnings.
The drama and deceit have captured the nation's attention, especially in cities like Brampton, Ottawa, and Vancouver, which still collectively average over 400 searches per month.
Following closely behind is ‘The Amazing Race’, which saw a 1,111% increase in searches in the last year. The adventure-based format, teams of two racing around the world for a grand prize, continues to inspire viewers who crave travel, teamwork, and high-stakes challenges.
In third place, ‘Love Island USA’ taps into romantic drama with its infamous "I got a text" catchphrase. With 1.2 billion minutes viewed over the season, it’s clear that the mix of flirtation, competition, and villa politics continues to win hearts.
The oldies but goodies
While new shows dominate headlines, the classics are far from forgotten. Family Feud, Battle of the Generations, and Jeopardy! remain cultural mainstays, even gaining momentum with up to a 22% increase in search interest.
Having first aired in the '60s and '70s, these quiz-style formats continue to resonate, bringing nostalgia and cross-generational appeal to families across the country. In Victoria, for instance, Family Feud searches surged by 256%, proving its enduring charm.
Gameshows on the decline
Not all game shows have managed to keep pace. Canada’s Ultimate Challenge saw the steepest decline, with searches dropping by 74%. Once-reliable hits like The Bachelor (–65%) and Survivor (–7%) also saw big dips.
As viewers gravitate toward layered storytelling, psychological tension, and high-concept formats, traditional reality shows may be struggling to adapt. The data suggests audiences are seeking more than routine drama; they want strategy, surprise, and emotional complexity.
Game shows in Canada are evolving. Some formats fade, others surge, but one thing remains clear: Canadians love a good competition, especially when it comes with a twist.
METHODOLOGY
Spin Casino analysed gameshow data from Google Keyword Planner to find out the biggest search interest for each game and the average monthly of searches across each Canadian city.
The show with the highest number of year on year searches was revealed as Canada’s favourite gameshow.
Data correct as of July 2025.
