Synopsis: One beautiful single woman. 14 sexy bachelors. A million-dollar prize. Think you know where this is going? Think again … things aren't exactly as they appear when FOX puts this young lady and the viewing audience to the test to determine which guys are straight and which guys might be just Playing It Straight, premiering Friday, March 12th, 2004 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

This one-hour unscripted series may have a twist, but the rules are simple: if a straight guy is the last man standing, the couple splits the money. However, if a gay guy fools his way to the finish line, he leaves $1 million richer. With serious cash up for grabs, first impressions have never been more important.

Hosted by Daphne Brogdon (The X Show), the series follows single gal Jackie, a college student from Appleton, Wis., as she embarks on a dating adventure at the Sizzling Saddles Ranch in Elko, Nev. Jackie has traded in her book bag and No. 2 pencils for a cowboy hat and lasso with the hope of roping in the man of her dreams. But this cowgirl must determine which side of the saddle these guys ride on. Jackie's suitors are 14 men – some looking for love, some on a quest for money, and all trying to guess who is Playing It Straight.

These stallions vie for Jackie's affections by participating in group activities and one-on-one dates that will simultaneously tempt her heart and test her "gaydar." Some will come out with nothing, some will come out of the closet, but only one will come out victorious. As for Jackie, she will either leave with love, money or her "gaydar" in need of serious repair.

The Contestants:
Alex - Law student, Washington, DC.
Banks - Software consultant, San Diego, CA.
Bill - Event promoter, Valley Glen, CA.
Bradley - Bartender, Pflugerville, PA.
Chad - Corporate communications, Austin, TX.
Chris - Retired entrepreneur, Atlanta, GA.
Eddie - School teacher, Miami, FL.
Gust - Real estate agent, Chicago, IL.
John - Bartender, Atlanta, GA.
Lee - Financial consultant, N. Huntington, PA.
Louis - Mgr., brokerage firm, Forth Worth, TX.
Luciano - Personal trainer, Miami Beach, FL.
Ryan – Waiter, Santa Monica, CA.
Sharif - Musician, Arlington, VA.

Production Credits:
Cracking Up is produced by Brad Grey Television in association with 20th Century Fox Television. Mike White, Brad Grey and Peter Traugott serve as executive producers. Dave Hemingson and Al Higgins are co-executive producers.

The Episodes: