Perfect Bid: The Contestant Who Knew Too Much


Perfect Bid: The Contestant Who Knew Too Much is a 2017 American documentary film that profiles Ted Slauson, a super fan of The Price Is Right. Interviews with Slauson reveal how he became fascinated with the show in the early 1970s, which drove him to memorize the prices of products, and his involvement with contestant Terry Kniess, who bid perfectly on a showcase in 2008.

Cast

Ted Slauson spends his early life memorizing and documenting the prize amounts on The Price Is Right. When he turns 18, Slauson starts traveling to the show to become a contestant. Even when he is not picked to be a contestant, Slauson yells out prices and helps the contestants win money on the show.

Critical reception

The film has received positive reviews.

Awards

Perfect Bid: The Contestant Who Knew Too Much won best documentary at the Orlando Film Festival in 2017.