A judge has stepped in to block, at least for the moment, Sony’s efforts to take over distribution of syndicated game shows Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune from CBS.
A judge is allowing CBS to continue to distribute “Jeopardy” and “Wheel of Fortune,” dealing a setback to Sony Pictures Television’s efforts to sever ties with its longtime partner.
CBS has blocked Sony from canceling its lucrative distribution deals for “Jeopardy!” and “Wheel of Fortune,” while the two sides clash in court over their decades-old contracts.