Joe Cordes, Jr., from Broad Channel, New York, appeared on Season 2 of the syndicated US version on June 24, 2004. He walked away with $16,000.
Joe Cordes, Jr.'s (Partial) Run to the Million:[]
| $32,000 (10 of 15) - Not Timed | |
| Which of these English kings does Shakespeare portray as a homely hunchback? "50:50" lifeline used | |
| ⬥ A: John | ⬥ B: Henry IV |
| ⬥ C: Richard III | ⬥ D: Henry VI |
| Joe uses the "50:50" which leaves B and C. He did not want to risk $15,000 and decides to walk away. The correct answer was C.
Total Prize Money: $16,000 |