ITV announces legendary game show hitting screens on New Year’s Day after decades off air
ITV HAS announced a legendary game show returns to screens on New Year’s Day after decades off air.
The broadcaster has confirmed Jeopardy’s highly anticipated return for over the festive period.
Stephen Fry will take up hosting duties as the format returns to the UK after 26 years.
The broadcaster, 66, is no stranger to quiz shows having presented QI for a whopping 13 season.
Jeopardy will launch on ITV1 and ITVX and air in a weekday slot on the channel.
Over 20 episodes in the relaunch series fans will watch as contestants use their best general knowledge to win rounds and a potentially life-changing amount of money.
The reboot will allow participants to play an extra round compared to the original format, increasing the stakes for the players.
Jeopardy, which has enjoyed a long shelf life on American television, first launched in the UK back in 1983 on Channel 4.
In 1990 it moved to ITV for three years before being rested for two years.
In its third incarnation it reappeared on Sky One in 1985 for a year before being axed.
Speaking about the show’s return, host Stephen said: “‘It feels right’ is probably the best I can suggest.
“The British addiction to quizzing is on a par with our addiction to ‘whodunnits’, to great detective series. Our delight in quizzing is greater now than it’s ever been.
“There are so many pub quizzes and quizzing leagues around Britain and so many professional quizzers. We enjoy shows that don’t shy away from fairly tough questions and areas of knowledge. We love to watch people who are good at something.”
Watch Jeopardy! on ITV1 and ITVX from Monday 1st January 2024.