The record for the most single-game winnings on Jeopardy! is $131,127 , set by James Holzhauer in 2019.

Quick Scoop

If you meant the record for most consecutive wins , that is 74 games by Ken Jennings.

If you meant the biggest one-game payout, James Holzhauer holds that mark at $131,127.

One-game record

  • Player: James Holzhauer.
  • Amount: $131,127.
  • Type of record: Highest winnings in a single regular-season game.

Related Jeopardy! record

  • Consecutive wins record: 74 by Ken Jennings.

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