Tricky Oscars question wipes out final player on The Wheel – but would you have won the jackpot?
The hit BBC game show hosted by Michael McIntyre sees famous faces attempt to help players win big cash prizes.
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Three players were welcomed into the BBC One studio once again to possibly win an eye-watering jackpot.
Upon his turn, contestant Raheim said he'd donate part of the winnings to children's charity Derian House.
He added: "I'd also like to reinvest into my business to help it grow."
For the final round, Raheim played for £21,500 - and enlisted the help of retired Paralympian swimmer Ellie Simmonds.
The question asked: "For which of these films did both main stars win acting Oscars?"
The available options were a) Silver Linings Playbook, b) Pretty Woman, c) As Good as It Gets and d) Jerry Maguire.
Within the time limit, Ellie suggested Pretty Woman but ruled out Silver Linings Playbook.
Although unsure, Raheim then answered: "Let's lock in Pretty Woman."
Raheim unfortunately soon learned this was incorrect - meaning he wouldn't be taking home the money.
The right answer was actually As Good as It Gets, with stars Jack Nicholson and Helen Hunt both winning Oscars.
Michael McIntyre's The Wheel in fix row as fans claim last question was 'far too easy' - would you have got it correct?
It's not the first time a contestant on The Wheel fell short at the last hurdle.
In a previous episode, contestant Cath selected Irish chef Clodagh Mckenna to help her win £86,000.
The tricky question was: 'Which Grand Slam tennis tournament typically takes place earliest in the calendar year?'
And her options were Wimbledon, US Open, French Open and Australian Open.
With 30 seconds on the clock the pair narrowed their choices down to Wimbledon and US Open.
Both turned out to be wrong and the answer was actually the Australian Open.
Unlike Raheim's episode - where there was no winner - Cath's opponent Hala took home the reduced prize of £21,500.
The Wheel airs on BBC One and iPlayer.
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