‘Jeopardy!’ host Ken Jennings talks brand new season of popular game show
‘Jeopardy!’ host Ken Jennings talks brand new season of popular game show
“Jeopardy!” is back for its 43rd season in syndication with new clues, new contestants, and some familiar faces returned to The Alex Trebek Stage at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, California.
Later this year, some of the show’s top champions will compete for a spot in the Tournament of Champions.
“Jeopardy!” host Ken Jennings joined ARC Seattle co-anchors Steve McCarron and Holly Menino ahead of his fifth season as host.
Jennings talked about what to expect on the show this season, the special tournaments that viewers can watch, and the part of the job that still surprises him.
You can watch “Jeopardy!” weeknights at 7:30pm on KOMO ABC 4.
Jeopardy! Season 43 premiered on Monday, September 14, 2026, marking Ken Jennings’s fifth season as the host.
Season 43 Details & Highlights
Host: Ken Jennings returns for his fifth season behind the lectern, continuing his role as the permanent host.
Premiere Date: September 14, 2026.
What’s New: The season features new clues, fresh contestants, and a refreshed look for the iconic Alex Trebek Stage at Sony Pictures Studios.
Returning Contestants: The season 43 premiere kicked off with returning champion Matthew Riggle, a community college math instructor from Alabama who carried over a two-day total of $64,400.
Tournaments: Viewers can expect special tournaments later in the year leading up to a spot in the Tournament of Champions.
Streaming: Episodes remain available to stream the next day on Hulu and Peacock.
