See Indiana native Harrison Whitaker wager big on ‘Jeopardy!’
Harrison Whitaker, a researcher originally from Terre Haute, took down a four-day champion on “Jeopardy!”
Indiana native Harrison Whitaker’s winning streak on “Jeopardy!” continued Friday, Nov. 14, thanks to his knowledge of famous fictional shipwrecks and how they relate to Toronto.
Are you familiar with this beloved 21st century novel-turned movie? Whitaker was, and it’s the reason he’ll appear yet again Monday, Nov. 17, for a chance to appear in a future episode of the “Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions.”
Terre Haute native Harrison Whitaker wins ‘Jeopardy!’ Friday, Nov. 14, 2025
Terre Haute native Harrison Whitaker wins ‘Jeopardy!’ Friday, Nov. 14, 2025
Whitaker, a researcher originally from Terre Haute, will once again take the Alex Trebek stage on the long-running quiz show after beating his two opponents — Sarah Khan and Brent Steele — on last week’s episode.
What was the Final Jeopardy question for Friday, Nov. 14, 2025?
The Final Jeopardy question on Friday, Nov. 14, dealt with 21st Century Novels. The clue: “Part 1 of this novel is Toronto & Pondicherry; Part 2 is the Pacific Ocean.”
Whitaker, Khan, and Steele had 30 seconds to write down their response.
The correct answer?
“What is ‘Life of Pi’?”
Steele, a fellow Hoosier from Sellersburg, answered incorrectly with “What is ‘Eat, Pray, Love’?”
“Not the right book, I’m afraid,” said host Ken Jennings, adding, “Would’ve been very different if she’d wound up in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. What a twist for Elizabeth Gilbert.”
Jennings’ quip drew a laugh from the audience and a smile from Steele, whose wager of $2,401 left him with $4,599, a third-place finish.
Khan, originally from Toronto, got it right. Her bet of $4,601 earned her a final score of $14,01 to finish in second place.
It was Whitaker, however, already with $21,800, who finished first. His correct answer increased his score by another $2,999 for a final total of $24,799.
What happens if Whitaker wins ‘Jeopardy!’ on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025?
Last week’s four-day winning streak means Whitaker could make an appearance in the “Tournament of Champions” if he can secure a fifth win Monday, Nov. 17.
The Terre Haute native will face off against challengers Lawrence Suba, a technical software trainer from Verona, Wisconsin, and Rachel Bernstein, a teacher from Los Angeles, California.
How much money has Harrison Whitaker won on ‘Jeopardy’ so far?
As of Nov. 14, Whitaker’s total winnings on “Jeopardy” have earned him $116,600.
Who is ‘Jeopardy’ champ Harrison Whitaker?
According to his LinkedIn profile, Harrison is a researcher in the United Kingdom. He earned a Ph.D. in Film & Screen Studies at the University of Cambridge.
How to watch ‘Jeopardy!’ When is it on?
“Jeopardy!” airs at 7:30 p.m. on weeknights on NBC.
Watch ‘Jeopardy!’ on Peacock
How to stream ‘Jeopardy!’
You can watch the show live with some Peacock subscriptions. Recent episodes stream the day after they air.
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