The new show will blend academic rigour with pop culture excitement, focusing on topics like The Avengers and Gen Z.

A new pop culture-focused spin-off of the beloved quiz show Jeopardy! is set to debut on Prime Video, marking a fresh chapter in the programme’s history. The iconic trivia game, a staple of American television since the 1960s, will expand its reach to streaming for the first time with Pop Culture Jeopardy!.

The show, which will be available in over 240 countries and territories, promises to combine the intellectual challenge of Jeopardy! with the unpredictability of modern pop culture. Topics will cover a wide range of themes, including The Avengers, Zendaya, MMA, and the lifestyles of Generation Z.

A host for the show will be revealed at a later date, and the series will be produced by Michael Davies, an Emmy-winner who has written for the original Jeopardy! programme.

The show will feature a team-based tournament format with contestants vying for a grand prize and, of course, ultimate bragging rights. The application process for participants is expected to be announced soon.

Lauren Anderson, head of AVOD originals at Amazon MGM Studios, shared her excitement, saying, “Pop Culture Jeopardy! is its own cultural moment, marking the first time the iconic franchise will premiere exclusively on a streaming service.” She also noted that Prime Video viewers will be treated to this innovative new twist on the classic format, testing their knowledge of both timeless and contemporary cultural topics.

Suzanne Prete, President of Game Shows at Sony Pictures Television, added, “With Michael Davies at the helm, Pop Culture Jeopardy! will be a must-watch, blending high-level competition with a fresh, pop-culture twist.”

Fans of the original show and newcomers alike are sure to be eagerly awaiting this exciting new addition to the Jeopardy! franchise.