NBC Greenlights 'Wordle' Game Show With Savannah Guthrie as Host
NBC has ordered a primetime game show adaptation of the New York Times word puzzle Wordle, with Today anchor Savannah Guthrie set to host and Jimmy Fallon executive producing.
First reported
By Sportskeeda on May 10, 2026 at 5:32 PM EDT
Last update
May 12, 2026 at 5:22 AM EDT
56 sources write about this
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In brief
Facts about this story
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NBC ordered a primetime game show based on the New York Times puzzle Wordle.
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Savannah Guthrie, co-anchor of the Today show, will serve as host.
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Jimmy Fallon is attached as executive producer alongside the New York Times.
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Production is expected to film in Manchester, England.
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The series is targeting a 2027 premiere on NBC.
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The New York Times acquired Wordle in early 2022 as part of its games subscription expansion.
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The Crossword: Monday, May 11, 2026
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Slate Mini Crossword for May 11, 2026
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NBC to Turn Wordle Into a TV Game Show
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Savannah Guthrie to host Wordle game show on NBC
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Savannah Guthrie will host new ‘Wordle’ game show produced by Jimmy Fallon
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Wordle to become TV game show, with Savannah Guthrie as host
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Wordle: Savannah Guthrie to host TV adaptation of New York Times puzzle
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Savannah Guthrie will host Wordle TV game show
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Savannah Guthrie to host Wordle game show on NBC
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Savannah Guthrie to host new Wordle game show on NBC
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NBC orders 'Wordle' game show hosted by Savannah Guthrie
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Savannah Guthrie to host 'Wordle' game show for NBC as mother's disappearance reaches 100 days
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Savannah Guthrie Announces New Career Move Amid Mom's Disappearance
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Savannah Guthrie has been keeping 'secret' about new Wordle game show
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NBC orders game show version of 'Wordle' with Savannah Guthrie as host
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NBC orders 'Wordle' game show hosted by Savannah Guthrie
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Wordle is being turned into a primetime game show
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Savannah Guthrie Is Hosting New Game Show Amid Mom’s Disappearance, Admits Timing Is ‘Strange’
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NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for May 11, 2026
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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 11, #595
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Savannah Guthrie’s ‘Wordle’ Game Show Greenlit at NBC
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Savannah Guthrie to host 'Wordle' game show series
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Wordle: Savannah Guthrie to host TV adaptation of New York Times puzzle
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Savannah Guthrie to host NBC's new 'Wordle' game show: Here's everything you need to know about it
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Wordle Game Show Hosted by Today Anchor Savannah Guthrie Gets the Green Light at NBC with 2027 Premiere Plans
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Wordle TV Show: Savannah Guthrie To Host Game Show Adaptation
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Savannah Guthrie announces new role as a NBC game show host
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Viral game to be turned into TV show
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Wordle gets TV gameshow spin-off starring huge US presenter
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From Group Chats to Primetime: NBC Is Turning Wordle Into a Game Show
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Savannah Guthrie to Host 'Wordle' Game Show Produced by Jimmy Fallon
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Today's NYT Wordle Hints, Clues And Answer For Monday, May 11, 2026
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Savannah Guthrie Revealed as Host For New Wordle Game Show
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EXCLUSIVE: Savannah Guthrie Will Host New 'Wordle' Game Show Produced by Jimmy Fallon
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'Wordle' TV Show Hosted by Savannah Guthrie Is a Go at NBC
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Wordle is officially getting its own TV game show, and Jimmy Fallon is involved for some reason
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Savannah Guthrie Announces New Project After Mother's Disappearance
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Wordle game show to film in Manchester - but Mancunians can't take part
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Savannah Guthrie Announces New Hosting Gig at NBC
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Wordle to launch as TV game show with Savannah Guthrie as host and Jimmy Fallon co-producing
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NBC Greenlights "Wordle" Game Show From Executive Producer Jimmy Fallon and The New York Times
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NBC turns Wordle into a game show with Savannah Guthrie hosting
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Savannah Guthrie named host of 'Wordle' TV game show
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Savannah Guthrie named host of 'Wordle' TV game show
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Sources covering this story
56 sources write about this
56 articles tracked
Wordle: Savannah Guthrie to host TV adaptation of New York Times puzzle
May 11, 11:12 AM
Savannah Guthrie to host 'Wordle' game show for NBC as mother's disappearance reaches 100 days
May 11, 9:30 PM
Savannah Guthrie to host 'Wordle' game show for NBC as mother's disappearance reaches 100 days
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Savannah Guthrie Announces New Career Move Amid Mom's Disappearance
May 11, 9:13 AM
Savannah Guthrie Announces New Career Move Amid Mom's Disappearance
May 11, 9:13 AM
Savannah Guthrie has been keeping 'secret' about new Wordle game show
May 11, 1:23 PM
NBC orders game show version of 'Wordle' with Savannah Guthrie as host
May 11, 9:15 AM
Savannah Guthrie Is Hosting New Game Show Amid Mom’s Disappearance, Admits Timing Is ‘Strange’
May 11, 9:13 AM
Savannah Guthrie Announces Shocking New Career Move as Abducted Mom Nancy Remains Missing
May 11, 1:45 PM
Savannah Guthrie to host NBC's new 'Wordle' game show: Here's everything you need to know about it
May 11, 3:53 PM
Wordle Game Show Hosted by Today Anchor Savannah Guthrie Gets the Green Light at NBC with 2027 Premiere Plans
May 11, 2:38 PM
Savannah Guthrie to host a whole new game show? Here's what she revealed about her new career gig on the 'Today' show amid the ongoing search for mom Nancy Guthrie
May 11, 11:09 AM
EXCLUSIVE: Savannah Guthrie Will Host New 'Wordle' Game Show Produced by Jimmy Fallon
May 11, 8:17 AM
Wordle is officially getting its own TV game show, and Jimmy Fallon is involved for some reason
May 11, 11:28 AM
Wordle game show to film in Manchester - but Mancunians can't take part
May 11, 4:51 PM
Wordle to launch as TV game show with Savannah Guthrie as host and Jimmy Fallon co-producing
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NBC Greenlights "Wordle" Game Show From Executive Producer Jimmy Fallon and The New York Times
May 10, 8:00 PM
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Your State Brief
Impact by State
State Impact Score: 0-100
Higher scores mean more direct state-level policy, economic, safety, or service impact.
New York
NY
Impact: High
Why: NBCUniversal, Today show, Jimmy Fallon Tonight Show, and New York Times all headquartered or based in NY; announcement tied to NBC upfronts
Local angle: Direct benefit to NY media production and talent ecosystem
Sources: 3 local, 5 national · Federal impact: Low
California
CA
Impact: Low
Why: National TV distribution and entertainment industry spillover from NBC primetime slot
Local angle: Potential ratings impact on West Coast NBC affiliates
Sources: 1 local, 4 national · Federal impact: Low
Illinois
IL
Impact: Low
Why: Chicago NBC affiliate and Midwest media market exposure
Local angle: Local news coverage of national game-show launch
Sources: 2 local, 3 national · Federal impact: Low
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