How to Get on Family Feud: Requirements, Applications, & More

Co-authored by Eric McClure

Last Updated: January 30, 2023 Approved

Think you’ve got what it takes to win Family Feud? Do you have at least 4 other family members with the enthusiasm and chutzpah needed to impress Steve Harvey? If so, you’re in luck! Family Feud is always accepting applications for contestants, and you can do everything you need to do to get on the show from the comfort of your home. They’ll also get back to you a lot faster than other game shows do. Read on to learn how to get on Family Feud.

Things You Should Know

Fill out the application online. They’ll let you know in 4 weeks if they’re interested in having you on.
Write a short description of your family and shoot a short video introducing you and your family to apply.
Make your application as positive and upbeat as possible to increase the odds that you’re selected.

Application Help

Family Feud Requirements

Sample Family Feud Application

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Fulfilling the Requirements

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You must have 5 family members to make a team. Families of 4 can still play, but you’ll have to call up grandma to get her in the game! You must have 5 relatives who are connected to you by blood, marriage, or legal adoption. Cousins, uncles, aunts, and the like can all qualify to join your team.^{[1]
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- There are no age requirements for the show, but they do gently recommend that everyone on your team be at least 15 years of age or older.
- All family members must be US citizens (or at least able to work in the US).
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No one in your family can be an aspiring politician or game show pro. If anyone on your team is actively running for political office, they can’t play. On top of that, none of your team members will qualify if they’ve been on more than 2 game shows in the past year, so don’t ask your professional Jeopardy-playing uncle.^{[2]
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Neither you nor your family members can be connected to the show. The last set of requirements basically boil down to “you can’t be connected to a company that produces the show.” You and your teammates can’t be employed by, or be related to anyone employed by:
- Fremantle Media, Debar-Mercury, or Wanderlust Productions.
- Any affiliate that airs Family Feud (i.e. Fox, ABC, CBS, etc.).
- The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation.

Method 2

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Submitting an Application

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Go to their online application. Family Feud accepts applications on a rolling basis, so fill the application out whenever you’d like. There aren’t any deadlines or due dates.^{[3]
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- Family Feud no longer accepts any applications via mail; you can only apply online.
- If you’re Canadian, apply here instead.
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Enter your birth date and fill out your basic details. You have to be 18 to fill out the online application, so ask a family member if you’re too young. Then, fill out the details for the application by providing your name, email, city, and state.^{[4]
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Write a short introductory essay about your family. Mention where you’re from and then provide some fun, playful information about your family. Play up any unique characteristics and describe each member of your team in a colorful way.^{[5]
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- “We’re the Mason family from bright and beautiful West Virginia! My father, Lou, is a bubbly guy who will talk your ear off with dad jokes all day. My mother, Bev, was the first woman to run for mayor in our town and she…”
- “If you’re looking for a fun time, you found one with the McDougal family. My name is Andrew, and I’m the first of 3 kids. Growing up here in New Orleans, my family and I would hunt in the bayou and party in the French Quarter…”
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Create a fun video introducing everyone and upload it. This is technically optional, but Family Feud is pretty adamant that this will make a huge difference. Use a camera to shoot a 3- to 5-minute video. Include each of your family members and have them introduce themselves, share a fun fact about themselves, and explain why they want to be on the show.^{[6]
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- You can shoot the video with all 5 people together in the same room, or shoot separate vignettes and then edit the footage together.
- When making your introduction, state something interesting about yourself. You can talk about your place within the family, your job, your hobbies, or anything else that makes you stand out. The idea is to be informative, but unique!
- Do your best to make yourself stand out. Consider playing a mock round of the game or using props. Be energetic, but also be yourselves. You need to let the casting directors know how enthusiastic your family is about being on the show!
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Upload headshots and submit your application. Family Feud asks for a photo of each team member, so take a photo of each team member smiling and upload them. Then, hit the apply button to finish submitting your application!^{[7]
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- Family Feud will reach out within the next 4 weeks to let you know if they’re interested in having you on to their show.
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Complete the Zoom interview if they reach out for more info. If Family Feud is on the fence about having your team on the show or they’ve got additional questions for you, a producer will reach out to schedule an interview. Let all of your team members know about the interview and show up with some upbeat energy to make a great impression.^{[8]
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- They may ask you background questions about where all of you went to school or what you do for work.
- Dress well, show up on time, and put your best foot forward!

Community Q&A

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I was in the foster care system and have no family available. Are there extenuating circumstances that would allow me to enter with close friends? Or does this show discriminate against foster kids?

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This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.

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Traditionally, they only allow relatives to play together. If you apply and tell them your story, they may be willing to make an exception!
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When a family wins the ultimate 5 games in a row, how many cars are awarded to that family?

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This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.

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Traditionally, it's just one vehicle. There is a huge cash prize for winning 5 games in a row, though.
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Is it alright to be a minor on the show with your parents' approval?

Community Answer

Yes. They suggest that you be 15 years old or older because of the content of the show, but as long as they love your audition, you might be able to get away with being a little younger.