Jeopardy!

1984 • TMDB 6.9 • 43 seasons • Reality, Family

Overview

Jeopardy! is America’s favorite quiz show, and its central trick remains as brilliant as ever: contestants are given answers and must supply the questions. Three players face a board of clues across categories such as history, science, literature and pop culture, buzzing in to build their scores through the Jeopardy!, Double Jeopardy! and Final Jeopardy! rounds. The Daily Doubles can change a game in a single wager, and the best players combine broad knowledge with speed, strategy and nerve. Created by Merv Griffin and running since 1984 in its syndicated form, the show has become a television institution — a nightly test of recall that turns ordinary viewers into armchair contestants. Its clean format, memorable theme and endlessly varied clues keep it fresh, while its champions become household names.

Creator and Main Cast

Created by Merv Griffin. The show’s most famous faces include longtime host Alex Trebek, current host Ken Jennings, announcer Johnny Gilbert, former host Mayim Bialik, and record-breaking champions such as Brad Rutter.

Seasons Snapshot

• Early seasons (1984–2000s) — The syndicated revival establishes the modern format, with Alex Trebek at the podium and a growing national audience.
• Middle seasons (2000s–2020) — Super-champions and tournament specials raise the show’s profile, and its clue-writing stays sharp.
• Recent seasons (2021–2026) — Ken Jennings leads the show into Season 43, which premiered on September 14, 2026.

Why Watch Jeopardy!

Jeopardy! is the rare show that makes you smarter while you watch. Every episode is a self-contained contest, so you can drop in anywhere, play along from the sofa and measure yourself against the best. The mix of trivia, wagering strategy and genuine suspense — especially in Final Jeopardy! — gives it a charge that few game shows match.

Trailer

Watch official Jeopardy! clips and trailers on the show’s official YouTube channel.

Where to Watch

Jeopardy! airs in US syndication and streams on services including Hulu and Peacock in the US. This was checked against JustWatch US listings on October 29, 2026; check the JustWatch US page for Jeopardy! for the latest options.