Insider reports that game shows like Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune are filmed months in advance. Sometimes, they are filmed up to three months in advance and local TV stations only receive them the day before they're supposed to air.
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Currently, Wheel of Fortune is on hiatus due to the new coronavirus. Originally, the show had decided to tape with no live audience, but due to growing concern for the safety of their crew, they have suspended production. Because the show shoots so far in advance, viewers can look forward to new episodes for a couple more months.
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While taping is being put on hold, fans will not have to watch reruns just yet, since new episodes had already been shot. "There will still be new episodes airing! Check your local listings," another tweet said.