Unleash the Stars' Knowledge on Jeopardy! Stage
Release Date and Network Lineup
The latest season of Celebrity Jeopardy! makes its grand debut on Wednesday, January 8, at 9 pm ET/PT. It becomes a part of ABC's Wednesday night lineup, sharing the screen with Abbott Elementary season 4, the new sitcom Shifting Gears, and What Would You Do?. To catch the live action, one needs access to their local ABC station. This can be through a traditional pay-TV provider, a TV antenna, or a live TV streaming service such as Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, or YouTube TV. Additionally, the show is available on-demand on Hulu the Thursday after new episodes, including the first two seasons of Celebrity Jeopardy!.This prime-time special not only offers entertainment but also provides an opportunity for viewers to witness their favorite celebrities in a different light. It's a unique blend of star power and intellectual competition that attracts a wide audience.
Contestants Galore
Who will grace the stage of Celebrity Jeopardy! season 3 with their knowledge? According to Entertainment Weekly, this year's field is a star-studded one, featuring:- Brian Jordan Alvarez, an English Teacher.
- Blake Anderson from Workaholics.
- W. Kamu Bell, the renowned comedian.
- Corbin Blue, known from High School Musical.
- Rachel Brosnahan, who played a significant role in Superman.
- Yvette Nicole Brown from Community.
- D’Arcy Carden from The Good Place.
- Margaret Cho, a popular comedian.
- Sherry Cola from Joy Ride.
- Neil deGrasse Tyson, the esteemed scientist.
- Chris Distefano, a talented comedian.
- Omar J. Dorsey, the Bookie.
- Susie Esman from Curb Your Enthusiasm.
- Fortune Feimster, a well-known comedian.
- David Friedberg, a successful businessman and podcaster.
- Seth Green from Family Guy.
- Max Greenfield from New Girl.
- Sean Gunn from Guardians of the Galaxy.
- Mina Kimes, the sports reporter.
- Camilla Luddington from Grey’s Anatomy.
- Natalie Morales from My Dead Friend Zoe.
- Ana Navarro from The View.
- Melissa Peterman from Happy’s Place.
- Phoebe Robinson from Everything’s Trash.
- Robin Thede from A Black Lady Sketch Show.
- Jackie Tohn from Nobody Wants This.
- Roy Wood Jr. from The Daily Show.
These celebrities bring a diverse range of backgrounds and personalities to the Jeopardy! stage, making each game a unique experience. From actors to comedians and scientists to businesspeople, they all have a chance to shine.
Host with the Most
Ken Jennings has emerged as the main host behind the lectern for Jeopardy!, and he will continue to hold that position for Celebrity Jeopardy! season 3. Widely regarded as the greatest Jeopardy! player of all time, Jennings officially took over the reins as the host in 2022. First, he worked part-time with Mayim Bialik after the passing of Alex Trebek. But as of 2023, he has become the sole host for both the daily Jeopardy! games and primetime specials like Celebrity Jeopardy!, adding to his already impressive legacy.His presence on the stage brings a sense of authority and expertise, guiding the celebrities through the challenging world of Jeopardy! questions.
Format and Gameplay
At present, there are no significant changes to the format of Celebrity Jeopardy!. It is expected to closely resemble last season. In a nutshell, three players compete, buzzing in to answer clues in the form of questions, aiming to accumulate the highest amount of money or points. The winner is the one with the most at the end of the game.However, there were some tweaks to the format for Celebrity Jeopardy!. Instead of the traditional two rounds of Jeopardy and Double Jeopardy, it now has three rounds. The point values are also different: in round 1, questions are worth 100, 200, 300, 400, and 500 points; in round 2, they are doubled to 200, 400, 600, 800, and 1000; and in round 3, they rise to 300, 600, 900, 1200, and 1500. When it comes to Daily Double questions, the first two rounds have the normal number of Daily Doubles (one in round 1 and two in round 2), but there are three daily doubles in round 3. Final Jeopardy remains the same as the normal game, with all contestants answering a question and wagering some amount of their earnings from the previous two rounds.
The hour-long episodes consist of one exciting game, filled with tension and anticipation as the celebrities battle it out for victory.
Previous Winners and the New Contenders
The previous winners of Celebrity Jeopardy! include Ike Barinholtz from season 1 and Lis Ann Walter from season 2. This new group of contestants will be looking to join their ranks and etch their names in the history of Celebrity Jeopardy!.Each of these contestants has their own story and motivation for being on the show. Some are using it as a platform to showcase their intelligence, while others are doing it to support a cause. Whatever their reasons, they are all ready to take on the challenge.