Pat Sajak's Final Episode of 'Wheel of Fortune' airs tonight: Where to watch him next

With only one episode left before his retirement, Pat Sajak is already shaping his future beyond Wheel of Fortune. As his final episode as host of the iconic game show approaches this Friday (June 7), Sajak has revealed his next endeavor: an acting role in the play Prescription: Murder at Honolulu’s Hawaii Theatre next summer.

The Acting Gig

Sajak will star alongside Joe Moore, a close friend and actor based in Hawai'i. Prescription: Murder, originally written by William Link and Richard Levinson in 1962, later served as the inspiration for the famed Columbo TV series starring Peter Falk. In this rendition, Sajak will portray the role of psychiatrist Roy Flemming, while Moore takes on the role of Lt. Columbo, the detective investigating the case, as mentioned in a report by Decider.

Previous Collaborations

While Sajak is renowned for his hosting role on Wheel of Fortune, this isn't his first foray into acting. He and Moore have previously shared the stage in eight other productions, seven of which were performed at the Hawai’i Theatre, as per a report by Decider.

Ticket Details

Tickets for Prescription: Murder are now available, starting at $20. For those looking for a special experience, VIP seats priced at $75 offer a meet and greet opportunity with Sajak and the cast. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the theater, a non-profit organization, as mentioned in the Decider’s report.

Reflections on Retirement

As Sajak prepares to bid farewell to Wheel of Fortune after four decades, he reflects on his decision to retire. In an emotional interview with his daughter and Wheel's social correspondent, Maggie Sajak, he expressed his desire to leave at the right time, stating, "I would rather leave a couple of years too early than a couple of years too late." He looks forward to the opportunities that lie ahead and cherishes the memories from his remarkable tenure.

When to Watch Sajak's Final Episode

Sajak's last episode of Wheel of Fortune will air this Friday, concluding a week-long tribute titled "Thanks for the Memories" and marking the end of Season 41.

How to Watch

Viewers can catch Wheel of Fortune on weeknights at 7:30/6:30c. For those unable to watch live, the show is available for streaming on various platforms including DirecTV Stream, fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling TV.

What's Next for Wheel of Fortune?

Although Sajak is bidding farewell, Wheel of Fortune will continue with Ryan Seacrest taking over hosting duties, alongside co-host Vanna White, as the show enters Season 42.

FAQs:

Who will be the new host of Wheel of Fortune?
Ryan Seacrest will take on the role of the new host for "Wheel of Fortune" starting in September. Less than a month after Sajak announced his retirement, Ryan Seacrest, known for hosting "American Idol" and "On Air," revealed that he would be stepping into the emcee's shoes.

How does a Wheel of Fortune work?
The wheel consists of 24 spaces. When a contestant lands on a cash space, they have the opportunity to guess a consonant. If the guessed letter is present in the puzzle, it is revealed, and the contestant earns the amount of money indicated on the wheel for each instance of the letter in the puzzle. Alternatively, instead of spinning the wheel, a contestant can purchase a vowel for $250.