Shootout!

Shootout! (2005-2006)

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Take aim from both sides of the fight. Shootout! examines the personalities, the weapons, the firepower, and the leadership needed to defeat the enemy. With 3D CGI animation sequences and testimony from scholars and experts, the battles come alive as they looked to the soldiers and shooters themselves.

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Scheduleevery Friday (45 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E09Return to FallujahDec 29, 2006
S02E08Afghanistan's Deadliest SnipersDec 22, 2006
S02E07Big Red OneDec 15, 2006
S02E06Tet OffensiveDec 8, 2006
S02E05WWII: Raid on the Bataan Death CampDec 1, 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Shootout! premiere?

Shootout! premiered on August 8, 2005.

Who were the hosts of Shootout!?

The hosts of Shootout! were Peter Bart and Peter Guber.

What was the format of Shootout!?

Shootout! was a film discussion show where Peter Bart and Peter Guber debated current movies and Hollywood news.

Did Shootout! feature any celebrity guests?

Yes, Shootout! featured celebrity guests such as Tom Cruise and George Clooney.

Was Shootout! a live show?

No, Shootout! was not a live show. It was pre-recorded in a studio.

How long were the episodes of Shootout!?

The episodes of Shootout! were typically 30 minutes long.

Was Shootout! a popular show during its run?

While Shootout! wasn't a ratings juggernaut, it had a dedicated fanbase and ran for over 3 years.

Was Shootout! ever nominated for any awards?

No, Shootout! was never nominated for any major television awards.

Did Shootout! focus on any specific genres of film?

No, Shootout! covered a wide variety of genres and film topics.

Did Peter Bart and Peter Guber have any prior hosting experience before Shootout!?

Both Peter Bart and Peter Guber were experienced Hollywood executives and producers, but had not hosted a show prior to Shootout!.

How was Shootout! received by critics?

Shootout! received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the hosts' insights and others finding the show too formulaic.

Did Shootout! feature any recurring segments or features?

Yes, Shootout! had a "High Noon" segment where the hosts would argue a specific topic related to the film industry.

Was Shootout! ever accused of being too biased towards certain movies/studios?

No major accusations of bias were leveled against Shootout!.

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