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Platonic Stages Real Jeopardy! Crossover With Ken Jennings as Season 2 Rolls Out

The Apple TV+ comedy used the real Jeopardy! set with host Ken Jennings to deliver an authentic, skill-based game-show sequence.

Overview

  • The crossover episode debuted this week as Season 2 continues its weekly run on Apple TV+.
  • The production filmed on the actual Jeopardy! stage with Ken Jennings participating to mirror the show’s pace and feel.
  • Co-creators Nick Stoller and Francesca Delbanco said shared Sony Pictures Television ties streamlined permissions and enabled the real-world collaboration.
  • Jennings was described as funny, collaborative and totally game, with the cast drawing on improvisation during the shoot.
  • Luke Macfarlane, a longtime Jeopardy! fan, recalled a 3 a.m. location day for a related scene and said a Celebrity Jeopardy! invitation fell through due to scheduling, which he hopes to revisit.