S5·E12 Show #927

Episode recap

The episode identified as season 5, episode 12 of the long‑running American quiz program Jeopardy! (show #927) presented three new challengers: Gary Smith, Ross Barker and Sara Winter. As with every installment of the series, the contest was conducted under the direction of host Alex Trebek, with Johnny Gilbert providing the familiar opening announcement and voice‑over introductions. The format followed the established structure of the program, in which each contestant competes to respond to a series of general‑knowledge clues presented in the form of answers.

The round began with the single‑Jeopardy! board, where the three participants selected clues from six categories, each clue valued from $200 to $1,000. Correct responses earned the corresponding dollar amount, while incorrect answers resulted in a deduction of the same value from the contestant’s total. After the first board was exhausted, the game moved to Double Jeopardy!, featuring a second board with doubled monetary values ranging from $400 to $2,000. The same rules applied, allowing each contestant the opportunity to increase their score or lose points based on the accuracy of their responses.

Following the two main rounds, the episode concluded with the Final Jeopardy! segment. All three contestants were presented with a single clue and wrote down their responses and wagers in secret. The final scores were then revealed, determining the winner of the episode and the amount awarded. Throughout the broadcast, the show maintained its TV‑G rating and adhered to the family‑friendly, reality‑competition style for which Jeopardy! is known.

The episode’s placement within the fifth season continued the series’ tradition of featuring a rotating roster of everyday Americans testing their breadth of knowledge across a wide range of topics. No additional details about the specific categories, clue content, or final scores are provided in the available sources.