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Jeopardy! 1984

★ 6.9/10 · 160 votes TV-G RealityFamily 42 seasons · 9393 eps Returning Series

Created by Merv Griffin

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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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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.”

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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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Cast

Johnny Gilbert Self - Announcer (voice)
Alex Trebek Self - Host
Ken Jennings Self - Host
Mayim Bialik Self - Host
Brad Rutter Self
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Mike Richards Self - Host
Mehmet Oz Self - Host
Aaron Rodgers Self - Host
Anderson Cooper Self - Host
Katie Couric Self - Host
Bill Whitaker Self - Host
Savannah Guthrie Self - Host

Episode guide

Season 1 · 162 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 194 episodes
Season 3 · 231 episodes
Season 4 · 220 episodes
Season 5 · 215 episodes

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.