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Wed, Oct 14, 2026
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About The Challenge
Each Challenge pits numerous cast members from past seasons of reality shows against each other, dividing them into two separate teams according to different criteria, such as gender, which show they first appeared on, whether or not they're veterans or rookies on the show, etc. The two teams compete in numerous missions in order to win prizes and advance in the overall game.
- Created by
- Mary-Ellis Bunim, Jonathan Murray
- Starring
- T.J. Lavin, Adrienne Naylor, Chris 'C.T.' Tamburello, Justin Hinsley, Will Gagnon
- Network
- MTV, Paramount+
- Episodes
- About 42 minutes each
The Challenge FAQ
Where can I watch The Challenge?
In the United States, The Challenge is streaming on Paramount+. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play.
When is the next episode of The Challenge?
Season 42, episode 12 airs on October 14, 2026.
How many seasons of The Challenge are there?
The Challenge has 42 seasons and 660 episodes, each about 42 minutes.
What is The Challenge about?
Each Challenge pits numerous cast members from past seasons of reality shows against each other, dividing them into two separate teams according to different criteria, such as gender, which show they first appeared on, whether or not they're veterans or rookies on the show, etc. The two teams compete in numerous…
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