S2·E133 Show #393

Episode recap

The episode identified as season two, episode 133 of the American quiz program Jeopardy! (production number 393) aired as part of the series’ 1984 run. The broadcast presented three contestants—Mark Molenaar, Ivy Weiss and Barbara Lowe—who vied for the day’s prize by responding to a series of general‑knowledge clues. The show was hosted by Alex Trebek, whose role as the series’ long‑standing presenter is documented in the program’s cast listings. Johnny Gilbert provided his customary voice‑over introductions and read the clues, as noted in the series’ production credits.

The format of the episode followed the standard Jeopardy! structure. In the opening Jeopardy! round, the three competitors selected from six categories, each containing five clues of increasing monetary value. Contestants signaled their intent to answer by buzzing in, and a correct response added the clue’s value to the contestant’s score while an incorrect answer deducted the same amount. After the first round concluded, a brief intermission preceded Double Jeopardy!, which duplicated the earlier format but with doubled monetary values and a new set of categories. The heightened stakes of Double Jeopardy! provided an opportunity for the players to alter their standing before the final segment.

The episode culminated in Final Jeopardy!, a single clue presented without a category board. All three contestants wrote down their responses and wagered any portion of their accumulated totals. The correct answer, revealed after the wagers were locked in, determined the final rankings for the day’s competition. The broadcast concluded with the host announcing the winner and awarding the champion’s prize, consistent with the series’ established closing procedure.

Throughout the hour, the program adhered to its trademark blend of rapid‑fire questioning, strategic wagering and the courteous interaction between host, announcer and contestants that has defined Jeopardy! since its creation by Merv Griffin. The episode thus exemplified the enduring format that has made the series a staple of American television quiz programming.