A Los Angeles judge has temporarily blocked Sony Pictures Television from taking over distribution rights for Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, granting CBS a restraining order. The dispute stems from Sony's claim that CBS violated their agreement, while CBS counters that Sony is attempting to seize distribution without compensation. The ruling maintains CBS's current role as distributor, ensuring continued airing of the shows without immediate disruption.
A Los Angeles judge has granted CBS a temporary restraining order against Sony Pictures Television, preventing the studio from assuming distribution rights for Jeopardy ! and Wheel of Fortune. Both game shows are among the most-watched syndicated programs in the U.S., with Jeopardy ! winning 45 Emmy Awards and Wheel of Fortune maintaining record-high ratings for over four decades. Both shows air on local stations nationwide, with CBS handling distribution.
What This Means for Jeopardy! & Wheel Of Fortune Further Legal Proceedings Will Follow CBS' Restraining Order Close The ruling temporarily preserves CBS’ role as the distributor of Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, ensuring that episodes continue airing without immediate disruption. CBS Media Ventures has been responsible for distributing both shows for decades, handling syndication agreements with local stations across the country.
Jeopardy! consistently ranks among the most-watched game shows and has seen strong ratings even with hosting changes in recent years.
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