Stephen Fry will host the UK version of the popular quiz show Jeopardy! for ITV 1 and ITVX this fall. 1980
Showcased to a whole new audience,” ITV said on Monday. 1980
Produced by Whisper North, each one-hour episode The episode will have contestants use their common sense to win the round and stay in the game. “Compared to the original format, the new show will allow participants to play one more round, thus upping the stakes for players,” ITV said. A culturally iconic game show brought to life with a modern twist. ”
Fry said: “In America, Jeopardy! is a phenomenon like no other. Whenever I’m in the US, I do my best to grab it every weekday. The thought of hosting it here in the UK makes me giddy with joy. I hope that a quiz-obsessed nation like ours will welcome this uniquely engaging game and endless bonus games. Jeopardy! is exciting for a whole new audience as part of our weekday schedule. No one is better suited than Stephen to host this classic game show, bringing knowledge and entertainment to all of our viewers. “
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