The Finder(1991)

The Finder is a children's series that follows Patrick, a brilliant ten-year-old computer whiz who receives a mysterious invitation to compete on a million-dollar game show—one that may not actually exist. When he accepts, Patrick is pulled across a time barrier into a strange new dimension populated by bizarre characters and impossible challenges. He must navigate this surreal world while racing against the constant threat of fading away before he can return home. Based on Emily Rodda's novel Finders Keepers, the series blends adventure, fantasy, and suspense as Patrick uncovers the secrets behind the game and discovers what's truly at stake.