Jeopardy! Fans Criticize Confusing James Bond Clue

The July 7 episode of "Jeopardy!" featured a Final Jeopardy clue in the "Movie Music" category that left many viewers confused due to its wording. The clue asked about the last two Best Song Oscar winners whose titles matched the movies they were featured in, seeking the name of the lead actor in those films. Contestants Scott Riccardi and Vince Carter correctly answered "Who is Daniel Craig?" referencing the James Bond films "Skyfall" and "No Time to Die," which featured Oscar-winning songs by Adele and Billie Eilish respectively. Contestant Ashley Caval Curto answered incorrectly with "Who is Timothée Chalamet?" and fans expressed frustration on social media, criticizing the clue as "convoluted" and poorly phrased, with some debating whether "James Bond" would have been an acceptable answer. Host Ken Jennings acknowledged the difficulty of the clue and expressed empathy for contestants struggling with challenging questions. The incident ignited discussions about clarity in quiz show clues and the challenges faced by both contestants and viewers.