S4·E37 Show #722

Episode recap

The episode identified as season 4, episode 37 of the American quiz program Jeopardy! (show #722) presents three new contestants: Laurel Altman, Richard Miller and Carol Cling. As with every installment of the series, the competition follows the familiar three‑round format that has defined the show since its 1984 revival. Hosted by Alex Trebek and introduced by longtime announcer Johnny Gilbert, the game begins with the Jeopardy! round, in which the three participants select clues from six categories arranged on a board. Each clue is presented in the form of an answer, and the contestants must respond in the form of a question to earn the indicated dollar value. Correct responses add to a contestant’s score, while incorrect answers deduct the same amount.

After the initial round, the board is reset for Double Jeopardy!, offering higher‑value clues and the opportunity for contestants to wager on Daily Doubles hidden among the categories. Throughout both rounds, Laurel Altman, Richard Miller and Carol Cling each demonstrate a breadth of general‑knowledge expertise, attempting to out‑score one another while managing risk on the Daily Doubles. The tension builds as the scores tighten, leading to the final stage of the game.

The episode concludes with the Final Jeopardy! round. All three contestants write down a response to a single clue, wagering any portion of their accumulated totals. After the time limit expires, the correct response is revealed, and the final scores are tallied. The contestant with the highest total at the end of Final Jeopardy! is declared the champion for that day and returns for the next episode, while the other two receive consolation prizes.

The broadcast is cataloged on The Movie Database (TMDB) under the title Jeopardy! (1984) and is listed as part of the series’ fourth season. The episode’s concise synopsis on TMDB notes only the names of the three competitors, reflecting the show’s emphasis on the contest itself rather than narrative elements. No additional plot details, special themes, or guest appearances are recorded for this particular installment.