Celebrity Jeopardy!

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  • TV-PG
  • 2022
  • 2 Seasons
  • 7.0  (310)

Celebrity Jeopardy! is the celebrity edition of the popular quiz show Jeopardy! that aired on ABC in the US in 2022. Hosted by actress and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik, this incarnation features teams of three celebrities competing for charities of their choice by answering general knowledge trivia questions.

The set design and basic format of Celebrity Jeopardy! are similar to the regular Jeopardy! show. There is a game board with six categories each with five clues of increasing difficulty and monetary value. The celebrities take turns selecting clues and have to phrase their responses in the form of a question. Daily Double clues with higher point values are also hidden on the board.

One major difference is the use of teams rather than individual players. The celebrity contestants play in teams of three, collaborating on strategy and responses. Each episode features two new celebrity teams. The team format adds a fun cooperative element as the celebrities work together towards a common goal of earning money for their chosen charities. Celebrities are often paired with costars from their movies or TV shows which provides entertaining chemistry and rivalries.

The selection of celebrity contestants is a mix of actors, comedians, musicians, athletes, news personalities, and more. Some of the celebrity contestants in 2022 included Simu Liu, Ego Nwodim, Andy Richter, Candace Parker, Constance Wu, Iliza Shlesinger, Ray Romano, Aisha Tyler, Michael Cera, and B.J. Novak. The wide range of celebrities ensures both trivia prowess and comedic interactions.

Not only are the celebrities playing for charity, but Celebrity Jeopardy! raises money in other ways too. Viewers can donate directly to contestants' charities via the show's website. There are also monetary prizes associated with each episode's winner that go to their charity. Through fierce but friendly competition, the show ultimately gives sizeable donations to various good causes.

The clues and trivia questions cover the typical wide range of topics found in regular Jeopardy! including history, geography, pop culture, literature, sports, and more. Categories often have fun themes based around the celebrities' backgrounds and popular culture references they would understand. The writers craft the clues to balance difficulty and accessibility for the celebrity contestants who are not necessarily trivia experts.

Celebrity Jeopardy! combines the general knowledge fun of quiz shows with the humor and unpredictable nature of celebrities. Viewers are entertained by watching familiar faces in a intellectual competition format. The backstories and charity components also add extra emotional engagement. As a primetime celebrity edition of a long-running American quiz show, Celebrity Jeopardy! provides a unique blend of pop culture, comedy, and trivia competition.

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Seasons
Final: Mo Rocca, Lisa Ann Walter and Katie Nolan
13. Final: Mo Rocca, Lisa Ann Walter and Katie Nolan
January 23, 2024
Celebrity contestants Mo Rocca, Lisa Ann Walter and Katie Nolan.
Semifinal #3: Rachel Dratch, Mo Rocca and Heather McMahan
12. Semifinal #3: Rachel Dratch, Mo Rocca and Heather McMahan
January 16, 2024
Comedian Rachel Dratch, humorist and journalist Mo Rocca and comedian Heather McMahan face off for the final spot in the finals on an all-new episode of "Celebrity Jeopardy!"
Semifinal #2: Steven Weber, Katie Nolan and Dule Hill
11. Semifinal #2: Steven Weber, Katie Nolan and Dule Hill
January 9, 2024
Celebrity contestants Steven Weber, Katie Nolan and Dule Hill.
Semifinal #1: Utkarsh Ambudkar, Mira Sorvino and Lisa Ann Walter
10. Semifinal #1: Utkarsh Ambudkar, Mira Sorvino and Lisa Ann Walter
January 2, 2024
In the first semifinal game of the season, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Mira Sorvino and Lisa Ann Walter battle to make it one step closer to being crowned the "Celebrity Jeopardy!" champion.
Quarterfinal #9: Kyra Sedgwick, Mo Rocca and Amanda Seales
9. Quarterfinal #9: Kyra Sedgwick, Mo Rocca and Amanda Seales
December 6, 2023
On the last quarterfinal game, actress Kyra Sedgwick ("The Closer"), humorist and journalist Mo Rocca and actress Amanda Seales ("Insecure") battle for the final spot in the semifinals.
Quarterfinal #8: Cynthia Nixon, Cedric the Entertainer and Heather McMahan
8. Quarterfinal #8: Cynthia Nixon, Cedric the Entertainer and Heather McMahan
November 29, 2023
Actress Cynthia Nixon ("And Just Like That.. ") and comedians Cedric the Entertainer ("The Neighborhood") and Heather McMahan ("Son I Never Had") step up to the podiums.
Quarterfinal #7: Macaulay Culkin, Rachel Dratch and Becky Lynch
7. Quarterfinal #7: Macaulay Culkin, Rachel Dratch and Becky Lynch
November 15, 2023
This week, actor Macaulay Culkin, actress and comedian Rachel Dratch and WWE wrestler Becky Lynch compete for a chance to move on to the semifinals.
Quarterfinal #6: Dulé Hill, Sheryl Underwood and Peter Facinelli
6. Quarterfinal #6: Dulé Hill, Sheryl Underwood and Peter Facinelli
November 1, 2023
On the next quarterfinal game, actor Dulé Hill, comedian Sheryl Underwood ("The Talk") and actor Peter Facinelli ("The Twilight Saga") battle for the chance to win the $1 million grand prize for charity.
Quarterfinal #5: Mira Sorvino, Adam Rodriguez and Peter Schrager
5. Quarterfinal #5: Mira Sorvino, Adam Rodriguez and Peter Schrager
October 25, 2023
This week, Academy Award® winner Mira Sorvino, actor Adam Rodriguez and sports commentator Peter Schrager take their places at the podiums.
Quarterfinal #4: Steven Weber, Shane Battier and Melissa Fumero
4. Quarterfinal #4: Steven Weber, Shane Battier and Melissa Fumero
October 18, 2023
Actor Steven Weber, athlete Shane Battier and actress Melissa Fumero step up to the podium to take their shot at the $1 million grand prize on the fourth quarterfinal game of "Celebrity Jeopardy!"
Quarterfinal #3: Christopher Meloni, Sherri Shepherd and Katie Nolan
3. Quarterfinal #3: Christopher Meloni, Sherri Shepherd and Katie Nolan
October 11, 2023
Stars Christopher Meloni, Sherri Shepherd and commentator Katie Nolan test their wits as they compete for their chance at the title of "Celebrity Jeopardy!" Champion.
Quarterfinal #2: Brian Baumgartner, Lisa Ann Walter and Timothy Simons
2. Quarterfinal #2: Brian Baumgartner, Lisa Ann Walter and Timothy Simons
October 4, 2023
Actors Brian Baumgartner, Timothy Simons and ABC's "Abbott Elementary" star Lisa Ann Walter face off for the chance to move on to the semifinal round.
Quarterfinal #1: Mark Duplass, Emily Hampshire and Utkarsh Ambudkar
1. Quarterfinal #1: Mark Duplass, Emily Hampshire and Utkarsh Ambudkar
September 27, 2023
Celebrity contestants Mark Duplass, Emily Hampshire and Utkarsh Ambudkar.
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  • Premiere Date
    September 25, 2022
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (310)