Judge Temporarily Blocks Sony's Bid to Take Over 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' Distribution

A restraining order allows CBS to continue distributing the iconic game shows while a legal dispute over decades-old contracts unfolds.

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Kevin C. Brazile granted CBS a temporary restraining order, halting Sony's attempt to assume distribution of 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune.'
Sony sued CBS in October 2024, alleging breach of contract and claiming CBS undercut the value of the shows and withheld licensing fees.
CBS countersued, arguing Sony's actions were an attempt to void longstanding agreements and take over distribution rights without compensation.
The legal battle centers on a distribution agreement originating in the 1980s, with both sides accusing the other of failing to meet contractual obligations.
The court's ruling is not a final decision, and a status conference is scheduled for February 18 to determine the next steps in the case.