How to Appear on "Jeopardy"

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If you're a couch potato "Jeopardy!" whiz, it may be time to get off the sofa and be a real contestant. Although the competition is stiff, you might just know enough to become the newest "Jeopardy!" champion.

Instructions

Difficulty: Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Access the official "Jeopardy!" home page, Jeopardy.com, for information regarding auditions.
Step2
Choose the "Pick a Category" option and go to "Contestant FAQs."
Step3
Schedule an appointment for an audition by calling the phone number listed on the Web site. Remember that you must audition in Los Angeles. You can make the appointment up to a month ahead of your visit.
Step4
Arrive at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, California, slightly earlier than your appointment time. Expect the audition process to take about 90 minutes.
Step5
Take the 50-question test that is given to you as part of your audition. You will go on to the next stage of the audition only if you pass this test.
Step6
Play a mock game of "Jeopardy!" as directed. The game will be videotaped and your performance analyzed.
Step7
Wait to be notified by the show that you have been selected to appear for a taping. If you did well on the tests, you could be called anytime during the taping year or may not be selected at all, even though you're qualified. Be prepared to play a waiting game.
Step8
Keep in mind that if you don't pass the audition test, you can retake it in six months.

Tips & Warnings

  • Because you're responsible for all the costs of your trip to Los Angeles, consider scheduling your audition in conjunction with a planned business or leisure trip.
  • "Jeopardy!" sometimes conducts auditions in other cities. These auditions are generally announced on the local broadcast of "Jeopardy!" Or you can click on "Contestant Search" on the official "Jeopardy!" Web site.
  • Information on "Rock & Roll Jeopardy!" is also available on the official Web site.
  • You are disqualified from appearing on "Jeopardy!" if you are under 18 years of age, have been on any other game show within the past year or have appeared on more than two other game shows within the past five years.

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