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Jeopardy! 1984

Status
Returning Series
First Aired
September 10, 1984
Last Aired
July 13, 2026
Format
42 seasons · 9,393 eps
Total Runtime
~3444.1 hours (22 min/ep)
Highest Rated Episode
S1E1 "Show #1" (★ 10/10)
Created By
Merv Griffin
Network
Syndication
Where to Stream
Hulu, Philo
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★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 160 votes TV-G RealityFamily 42 seasons · 9393 eps Returning Series
Community & Your Rating
★ 6.9/10
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What is Jeopardy!?

The television series Jeopardy is a quiz show that presents contestants with general knowledge clues in the form of answers, and they must phrase their responses in question form. The show features a returning champion and two challengers who test their knowledge in a wide range of academic and popular categories.

Type
TV series
Year
1984
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
9,393
Runtime
22 minutes
First aired
Sep 10, 1984
Last aired
Jul 13, 2026
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
Syndication
Genres
Reality, Family
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 160 votes
Format
42 seasons · 9,393 episodes
Episode runtime
~22 minutes
Status
Returning Series
Network
Syndication
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Overview

The television series Jeopardy is a quiz show that presents contestants with general knowledge clues in the form of answers, and they must phrase their responses in question form. The show features a returning champion and two challengers who test their knowledge in a wide range of academic and popular categories. The clue values have been adjusted over time, with the original ranges being from $100 to $500 in Jeopardy and $200 to $1,000 in Double Jeopardy, and later increased to $200-$1,000 and $400-$2,000, respectively. The show is hosted by Alex Trebek and features Johnny Gilbert, among others. Jeopardy is often referred to as America's Favorite Quiz Show and has been a popular program for many years. The show's format and gameplay have been widely emulated, with online resources such as JeopardyLabs allowing users to create their own Jeopardy games. The show is available to watch online through various platforms.

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Should you watch it?

“Contestants answer clues in question form on America's longest-running quiz show.”

Reasons to watch
  • Sharp trivia challenges
  • Iconic host presence
  • Wide range of knowledge tested
Keep in mind
  • Repetitive format
  • Limited real-world stakes

You enjoy trivia, wordplay, and quick-thinking under pressure.

Suitable for all ages with clean, educational content.

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Frequently asked questions

How do contestants play?

They select clues and respond in question format.

Who hosts the show?

Alex Trebek is the main host, with Johnny Gilbert as announcer.

What types of categories are used?

Topics span academic subjects, pop culture, and wordplay.

How are winners determined?

The contestant with the most money after Final Jeopardy wins.

Is the show still airing?

Yes, it continues to air new episodes regularly.

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