‘Wheel of Fortune,’ ‘Jeopardy!’ Locked In Until 2014

By Andrew Gauthier 

The Wrap

Oprah may be leaving syndication, but “Wheel of Fortune” and “Jeopardy!” are now all but certain to continue through at least 2014.

That’s because the ABC-owned stations have reached a two-year renewal agreement with CBS Television Distribution that will keep the hit gameshow duo on the Disney TV stations through the 2013-14 TV season.

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A previous deal, announced in early 2007, had been set to expire in spring 2012.

In addition, it’s understood that “Wheel” host Pat Sajak and “Jeopardy!” host Alec Trebek have also extended their agreements with Sony Pictures Television, which produces the game shows. More…

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