'Jeopardy!' Contestants Stumble on 'Wicked' Final Question

In a surprising turn of events on the April 3 episode of 'Jeopardy!', all three contestants were stumped by a Final Jeopardy question regarding a character from the popular film 'The Wizard of Oz.' The clue asked for a fictional character, Boq, described as 'not as big as the grown folk… but neither were they very small,' leading all contestants to incorrectly guess 'Lilliputians' from 'Gulliver's Travels.' The correct answer was revealed by host Ken Jennings to be 'Munchkins,' which sparked disbelief among fans who took to social media to express their shock at the contestants' failure to recognize such a well-known cultural reference. Bryce Wargin, the defending champion, wagered strategically and finished with $10,999, while the other contestants were left with minimal winnings. Viewers highlighted the contestants' lack of familiarity with pop culture, especially given the recent popularity of 'Wicked,' in which Boq also appears. Many fans were left questioning how none of the contestants could answer correctly, despite the clue being seen as relatively easy by those watching at home.