Jonathan Murray
Director
The Challenge (1998)
Specials
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.
Released April 20, 1998
Episode 39 min
14+
Genres: Action, Adventure, Game Show, Reality
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Production Companies: Bunim-Murray Productions (BMP), Dualstar Productions
Network: MTV
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S0E2 - EX-Tra Baggage
T.J. and Camila Nakagawa preview the upcoming season of "The Challenge" and introduce the competitors.
Dec. 30, 2014, midnight
S0E3 - S27E02 After Show
Cast members discuss the Nany/Cohutta love saga, Jenna and Brianna's exchange and Cara Maria and Thomas' hook-up.
Dec. 9, 2015, midnight
S0E4 - S27E07 After Show
Cast members come together to discuss Abram's & Cara Maria's cheating rumors. Abram is shown footage of Cara Maria before he came to the show. Hosted by Zuri Hall.
Jan. 6, 2016, midnight
S0E5 - S27E10 After Show Cold Turkey Special: The Road to Berlin
Reflecting on the season with the final four teams heading to Berlin.
Jan. 27, 2016, midnight
S0E6 - S28E04 Mucho Mas - Frenemies
When partying leads to confrontations and hurt feelings, Nany, Camila, Nicole and Amanda meet to hash out the issue.
May 25, 2016, midnight
S0E7 - S28E05 Mucho Mas - When Partners Attack
June 1, 2016, midnight
S0E8 - Best Moments Ever
Veteran players reflect on memorable moments in "Challenge" history.
July 13, 2016, midnight
S0E9 - Hall of Fame: CT
Feb. 7, 2017, midnight
S0E10 - The Challenge: Invasion Of The Champions Hall of Fame: Epic Fails
The Challenge: Invasion Of The Champions Hall of Fame: Epic Fails Season 29 Ep 16 Special
May 9, 2017, midnight
S0E11 - 15 Craziest AF Unseen Moments
May 23, 2017, midnight
S0E12 - Watch out for the Wolfpack
In a brutal BRAWN challenge, the players get to choose their own match ups when the Champs go one-on-one with the Pros. A shocking last minute proposal puts one Pro in a real bind.
May 30, 2017, midnight
S0E13 - 14 Times Our Challengers Lost Their S#&t
May 30, 2017, midnight
S0E14 - Dirty 30 Launch Special
July 10, 2017, midnight
S0E15 - What Would CT Do?
Are you missing CT this season? So are we! Get CT's hot takes on what's gone down so far in The Challenge: Vendettas. What does he think of the craziest Challenge yet? How would he measure up against the new faces and harder challenges?
Feb. 6, 2018, midnight
S0E16 - Spies, Lies & Allies: Global Activation
TJ’s newest crop of global agents move into headquarters, where the twists and turns are already at play. Agents catch up with one another and get to know their rookie competitors.
Aug. 9, 2021, midnight
S0E18 - Battle for a New Champion: Countdown Begins
TJ explains the unique structure of Battle for a New Champion, the competitors receive an unexpected group challenge, and the players spend the first night of the game bonding.
Oct. 18, 2023, midnight
S0E19 - Eras Only
40 legends return, toast to a monumental fortieth season of the game, and move into their new home for the season.
Aug. 7, 2024, midnight
S0E1 - Meet the Meat
The newest crop of 'Fresh Meat' arrives in British Columbia to compete in a grueling combine day.
April 1, 2010, midnight
S0E17 - Ready to Ride
Competitors will have the unprecedented opportunity to work with someone they trust — their best friend, their sibling, their life partner, their RIDE OR DIE. Six Challenge legends size up their competition in the upcoming season.
Oct. 10, 2022, midnight
S0E20 - Vets & New Threats: Day Zero
The Challenge kicks off with a bang as 32 players—16 seasoned vets and 16 New Threats— must race up a mountain to claim not only their partner, but also their living arrangement. Rivalries flare, strategies form, and sparks fly as the game begins.
July 23, 2025, midnight
Network: MTV
Episode Runtime: 39 min.
Season Runtime: 25495 min.
Released: April 20, 1998
Last Air Date: Dec. 3, 2025, midnight
Next Air Date: Dec. 10, 2025, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: TV-14
Common sense age: 14+
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