On this day March 10 1989 the final episode of the children’s game show Finders Keepers aired on Nickelodeon. The high-energy show challenged contestants to search through messy rooms for hidden objects based on given clues. The fast-paced scavenger hunt format made it a favorite among kids during its run.
Finders Keepers originally aired for two seasons on Nickelodeon from 1987 to 1988 before continuing for a third season in syndication. Over its 195-episode run the show became a staple of 80s kids’ television combining teamwork problem-solving and chaotic fun.
80s insight: The show’s host, Wesley Eure, was replaced by Larry Toffler when the series moved into syndication.