If you grew up watching ITV in the 80s, 90s, or during its 2020s revival, you know the rhythm. Bruce Forsyth’s iconic grin, the dramatic pause, and the catchphrase: "Higher... or lower?"
In the golden era of British game shows, few catchphrases carried more weight than "We asked 100 people..." This iconic opening signaled the start of a "toss-up" question on Play Your Cards Right, the high-stakes card game famously hosted by Sir Bruce Forsyth.
You're likely referring to the "Family Fortunes" (now Michael McIntyre's The Wheel in some formats) style survey game — but Play Your Cards Right (Bruce Forsyth) actually uses higher/lower card predictions, not 100-people surveys.
The survey questions served as the "opener" to win control of the card board, accompanied by these iconic phrases:
Control: The winner of this round gains control of the board to play their cards. A perfect guess ("on the nose") traditionally won a case of champagne. Play Your Cards Right | Rob/Wendy vs. Richard/Sharon