For the first time, Sony Pictures Entertainment is opening the bidding for streaming rights to iconic game shows Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, highlighting a pivotal shift from traditional to digital television consumption. With both shows drawing around seven million viewers nightly, Sony recognizes the need to adapt as audiences age and traditional TV viewership declines. This move aligns with a broader trend in the industry, as major franchises like the NFL and WWE transition to streaming platforms, reflecting changing viewer habits and preferences. The initial streaming rights will take effect in September, with exclusive rights available in 2028.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is actively seeking bids for streaming rights to Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, signaling a major shift towards digital distribution.
With around seven million nightly viewers each, the audience for these shows is significant but aging, reflecting broader trends in traditional television viewership.
Keith Le Goy emphasized that the landscape of television consumption is changing dramatically, with streaming surpassing other methods, necessitating a move for iconic franchises.
Initial streaming rights for Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune will begin in September, with the potential for exclusive rights starting in September 2028.
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