{"id":560957,"date":"2023-08-09T23:26:37","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T04:26:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-shark-tank-2009\/"},"modified":"2024-03-17T16:00:42","modified_gmt":"2024-03-17T21:00:42","slug":"shows-like-shark-tank-2009","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-shark-tank-2009\/","title":{"rendered":"Shows Like Shark Tank (2009)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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7.7 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 10147 reviews)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ambitious entrepreneurs present their breakthrough business concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> Family, Reality-TV<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Kevin O’Leary, Phil Crowley, Mark Cuban, Robert Herjavec
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13 seasons, 283 episodes, 60-minute runtime<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shows Most Like Shark Tank (2009)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The New Price Is Right (1972)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.5 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 4009 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Contestants compete for prizes and cash, including cars and vacations, in games that test their knowledge of consumer goods pricing.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Family, Game-Show, Reality-TV<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Bob Barker, Janice Pennington, Dian Parkinson, Holly Hallstrom
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50 seasons, 9200 episodes, 60.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Wheel of Fortune (1983)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.7 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 3321 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Hosted by Pat Sajak, this game show features 3 contestants who try to solve a puzzle by spinning the wheel and guessing letters in a word or phrase.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Family, Game-Show<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Pat Sajak, Vanna White, Charlie O’Donnell, Jim Thornton
Creators:<\/strong> Merv Griffin
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39 seasons, 7353 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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MasterChef Junior (2013)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.8 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 2899 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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24 of the best junior home cooks in the country between the ages of eight and 13 will compete in the first audition round and present their dishes to the judges.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Family, Game-Show, Reality-TV<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Gordon Ramsay, Christina Tosi, Charlie Ryan, Joe Bastianich
Creators:<\/strong> Adeline Ramage Rooney, Robin Ashbrook, Gordon Ramsay
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8 seasons, 85 episodes, 60.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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Shark Tank, the American reality TV series that premiered in 2009, has become a cultural phenomenon. The show, which is an adaptation of the international format Dragons’ Den, invites aspiring entrepreneurs to pitch their business ideas to a panel of investors, famously known as “Sharks.” The aim is to secure investment in exchange for equity in their company. Over the years, Shark Tank has not only entertained millions but also educated aspiring entrepreneurs about the ins and outs of business pitching and investment. This article explores the show’s format, its impact on businesses, and some memorable moments from the series.<\/p>\n

The Format<\/h2>\n

At its core, Shark Tank is straightforward. Entrepreneurs from across the United States apply to be on the show. Those selected then get a few precious minutes to pitch their business idea to the Sharks. The current panel includes well-known figures like Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, and Barbara Corcoran.<\/p>\n

After the pitch, Sharks ask questions, poke holes in the business model, and sometimes, offer a deal. The entrepreneurs can negotiate, accept a Shark’s offer, or walk away with nothing. What makes the show compelling is not just the business aspect but the personal stories, the negotiation tactics, and the occasional drama between the Sharks themselves.<\/p>\n

The Impact on Businesses<\/h2>\n

Shark Tank has become a launchpad for many businesses, turning small startups into nationwide brands. Some of the most successful deals have not only made millions in revenue but also showcased the power of the Shark Tank effect.<\/p>\n

Examples of Success<\/h3>\n