Contestants run, jump, crawl, climb, hang, and swing through crazy obstacles as they compete to become the next American Ninja champion.
Genre: Action, Reality-TV, Sport
Cast:Matt Iseman , Akbar Gbajabiamila , Kristine Leahy , Jenn Brown , Angela Sun , Dorian Cedars , Drew Drechsel , Joe Moravsky , Josh Levin , Grant McCartney , Brent Steffensen , Jesse La Flair , Reko Rivera , David 'Flip' Rodriguez , Jessie Graff , Travis Rosen , James McGrath , Marc Shahboz
The search is on for 10 Americans who will travel to Japan and show that they have the strength, stamina and the guts to make the ultimate ascent to Total Victory.
America's top athletes and wrestlers compete alongside amateurs in one of the most demanding physical challenges ever devised.
The last wave of American athletes faces the qualifying round.
The semifinal round challenges the first half of the qualified American competitors.
The Semi-Final Round challenges the second half of the qualifying U.S. competitors.
A training challenge tests the finalists' strength, speed and endurance.
The U.S. winners journey to Japan's Mount Midoriyama, where they face the Sasuke obstacle course.
Conclusion. The U.S. winners face the Sasuke obstacle course in Japan.
Contestants face the qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal., in the 2nd-season premiere.
Final day of boot camp; two athletes are dismissed and the ten who remain go to Japan.
Competitors face the qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal., in the Season 3 premiere.
The competitors go to Japan, where they face obstacles on Mt. Midoriyama, in the Season 3 finale. Matt Iseman and Jimmy Smith host, with reports from Alison Haislip.
Athletes across the Southwest get their first chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course.
Athletes across the Southwest compete for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course.
The top 30 finishers from the Southwest region preliminary round compete to move into the finals
Part 1 of 2. The Midwest regional qualifying round challenges the athletes.
Athletes across the Midwest continue to vie for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course. Only 30 will move on to the Midwest regional finals--and this time, there's a brand new obstacle involving hanging curtains.
The top 30 finishers from the Midwest region preliminary round take on an even more challenging course and compete for the chance to move into the national finals in Las Vegas. Comedian Matt Iseman and Olympic gold medalist Jonny Moseley host the heart-racing obstacle course competition series while Angela Sun reports from the sidelines. Watch as competitors tackle the arduous obstacle course in their quest for the 500,000 dollar cash prize and a chance to win the coveted title.
Athletes across the Northeast compete for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course. However, only 30 will move on to the Northeast regional finals--and this time, there are two brand new obstacles that have never been introduced at such an early round in the competition! Will two-time veteran Chris Wilczewski prove that staying sober only improves his chances at finishing the course--or will 43-year-old I.T. manager Bill Schlageter show his family and friends that age is just a number? Plus, the wall lift obstacle from last year's finals in Japan makes a return to the course.
Athletes across the Northeast continue to compete for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course. Only 30 will move on to the Northeast regional finals; so far only eight have defeated all of the obstacles in Miami.
The top 30 finishers from the Northeast region preliminary round take on an even more challenging course to lock a spot in the Vegas finals. Athletes must face three new Miami obstacles: the bungee bridge, jumping bars and the wall lift.
Aspiring ninjas across the Northwest continue to compete for a chance to tackle the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course. Only 30 will move on to the Northwest regional finals. See who is strong enough to beat out their competition.
The search continues in Venice Beach as the top thirty from the Northwest preliminary round are narrowed down to fifteen. Athletes tackle eight obstacles and a 45-foot cargo climb to earn a trip to Las Vegas for the national finals.
Athletes from the Midsouth compete for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course. Only 30 will move on to the Midsouth regional finals--and this time, there's a punishing new obstacle called the rope junction.
Athletes from across the country meet in Las Vegas to compete in the second half of stage one of the National Finals.
Athletes across the Southeast congregate in Miami, Florida to compete for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course. Only 30 will move on to the Southeast regional finals.
Athletes across the Southeast congregate in Miami, Florida to compete for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course. Only 30 will move on to the Southeast regional finals.
Athletes across the Southeast continue to compete to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course.
The top 30 finishers from the Southeast region preliminary round compete for a spot in the finals.
85 athletes take on 23 obstacles on 4 stages in Las Vegas' Mount Midoriyama for a chance to be the first American Ninja Warrior.
Athletes from across the country meet in Las Vegas to compete in the second half of stage one of the National Finals.
The finals continue as competitors take on the challenge of Stage 1 of the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course.
Competitors continue to take on Stage 1 of the punishing obstacle course in Las Vegas.
As Stage 1 comes to a close, eighteen challengers attempt to clear eight grueling obstacles including the Step Slider, Giant Swing and the Spinning Bridge.
Top finishers tackle the four stage obstacle course modeled after the famed Mount Midoriyama in Japan.
Take a look back at the moments from the Regional Qualifiers and Finals that defined the best season of "American Ninja Warrior" ever. From walk-ons that came out of nowhere like the indomitable Robert Ing and the insanely acrobatic Kevin Bull to seasoned veterans like Drew Dreschel who put up the fastest qualifying time ever, relive the excitement! Plus, who can forget the historical runs by the Mighty Kacy Catanzaro? We have all this and the most heart-breaking failures from hundreds of competitors.
Part 4 of 6. Athletes face the eight obstacles of Stage 1 in Las Vegas.
Finalists take on a four-stage course. Challenges include a "jumping spider" and a "spinning bridge."
Venice finals kick off with the return of the dreaded Salmon Ladder. The infamous climbing obstacle has dashed the hopes of countless competitors with its emphasis on upper-body strength, hand-eye coordination and pin-point muscle control. In addition, brand new obstacles The Rope Maze, The Cliffhanger and Spider Climb have been added to confound veterans and newbies alike in a hellacious remake of the Venice course. However, several strong competitors have advanced including "American Ninja Warrior" legend David Campbell, tuxedo Speedo-wearing Dan Mast and the fleet-footed Jesse La Flair. Just one run stands between four-time finalist Campbell and his opponents from reaching Las Vegas and Mt. Midoriyama. See who has what it takes to scale The Spider Climb and continue their dream!
This two-hour episode features the second half of the qualifying round held in Venice Beach, California. Competitors must tackle six obstacles in the qualifying round and on this course they face four brand new obstacles including the Frame Slider, Domino Hill, Chain Swing and Flying Nun Chucks. Returning fan favorites in Venice include parkour enthusiasts Kyle Cochran and Brent Steffensen. Competitors vie for a chance to win a cash prize of 500,000 dollars and the title "American Ninja Warrior."
The northernmost qualifying city introduces four brand new obstacles.
Travel back to Baltimore, Maryland for part one of the finals course where competitors tackle ten obstacles, including brand new obstacles the Rumbling Dice and Body Prop. There are 30 athletes that passed through the qualifying course and will have to prove themselves once again in order to earn a trip to Las Vegas.
Miami athletes bring the heat for the first qualifying round in their region.
The qualifying round in Miami continues as competitors struggle to tackle the four brand new obstacles in the course--the Utility Pole Slider, the Balance Bridge, the Slider Jump and the Monkey Peg.
The final qualifying round, in Denver, Colorado, features the highest elevation to date!
The fourth and final qualifying round, held in Denver, Colorado, comes to a close! In the second half of Denver's tryouts, competitors continue to face six obstacles, four of which are new this year, as well as the threat of thin air.
Venice finals kick off with the return of the dreaded Salmon Ladder. The infamous climbing obstacle has dashed the hopes of countless competitors with its emphasis on upper-body strength, hand-eye coordination and pin-point muscle control. In addition, brand new obstacles The Rope Maze, The Cliffhanger and Spider Climb have been added to confound veterans and newbies alike in a hellacious remake of the Venice course. However, several strong competitors have advanced including "American Ninja Warrior" legend David Campbell, tuxedo Speedo-wearing Dan Mast and the fleet-footed Jesse La Flair. Just one run stands between four-time finalist Campbell and his opponents from reaching Las Vegas and Mt. Midoriyama. See who has what it takes to scale The Spider Climb and continue their dream!
In the second half of the Venice Finals, only the top finalist will continue to move on to Vegas. The first female to compete in the Venice semi-finals, Jessie Graff hopes that her stuntwoman skills will lead her to Vegas. Then, 26-year-old Lance Pekus, a rancher from Idaho looks to make the finals as well--but will his cowboy hat be his lucky accessory or will it be a distraction? Plus, former gymnast JB Douglas takes to the course to see if he can put his talents to good use. He also has an inspirational story on how he helps kids. Find out if that inspiration transcends into his sprint to the finish line!
Travel back to Baltimore, Maryland for part one of the finals course where competitors tackle ten obstacles, including brand new obstacles the Rumbling Dice and Body Prop. There are 30 athletes that passed through the qualifying course and will have to prove themselves once again in order to earn a trip to Las Vegas.
Travel back to Miami for the first half of the finals course.
Travel back to Denver where the top 30 competitors once again tackle The Grip Hang.
The top 30 competitors in Denver continue to tackle The Grip Hang.
85 athletes take on 23 obstacles on 4 stages in Las Vegas' Mount Midoriyama for a chance to be the first American Ninja Warrior. However, it's not going to be an easy task. On stage one, the Jumping Spider will give every competitor trouble. They need to keep their focus in order to get through the obstacle. Adam Grossman, an engineer, comes close to touching the water--but does he make it through the Jumping Spider? Then, 29-year-old Philadelphia artist Travis Weinand takes his chance at the course, but when the clock starts to wind down, can he rush to finish? Also, a rookie moves through stage one like he is a professional.
Only the toughest athletes out of the 60 that compete in Stage 1 will move on to Stage 2.
Finalists tackle Stage Two at Mt. Midoriyama with six troubling obstacles.
In the season finale, the remaining athletes fight to beat veteran Brent Steffensen's record and make it to Stage 4.
The USA all-stars team takes on the All Time All-Stars from Japanese SASUKE on the championship course in Las Vegas.
The heart-racing obstacle course competition series "American Ninja Warrior" returns to NBC this summer with all new episodes. The action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world's most difficult obstacle courses in qualifying and finals rounds across the country. Those that successfully complete the courses in each city will move onto the national finals round in Las Vegas and compete for a $1,000,000 prize. In the first Qualifying Round from Venice Beach, California, competitors must tackle six obstacles, including three brand new ones: the Mini Silk Slider, Spin Cycle and Hourglass Drop. "American Ninja Warrior" veterans Kevin Bull and David Campbell return for another shot at completing the course, while former Baltimore Raven & Super Bowl Champion Brendon Ayanbadejo and current NFL player Jon Ryan of the Seattle Seahawks take on the course for the first time. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila return as hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
Dozens of contestants converge in the Big D to compete on a redesigned course, featuring new obstacles the Tilting Table and Ring Toss.
Competitors of all walks of life meet in the Midwest to push past the pain and qualify for the title of American Ninja Warrior. In unseasonably cold weather, athletes take on two new obstacles including a rope swing and a double tilt ladder. Who will stand out in St. Louis: a trainer from Tennessee, Joe the meteorologist, a farm girl from Indiana or a college kid? See some of the top competition yet! Plus, history is made when the first on-course selfie takes place!
Dozens of contestants converge on the banks of Biscayne Bay to compete on a redesigned course, featuring new obstacles the Downhill Pipe Drop and Dancing Stones! The most competitive pool of athletes to date vie for 30 finalist spots. Among the challengers are Dr. Desiree Walker who has a workout area in her dental office, Cuban-born trainer Jorge Posada, and a father and son duo from Massachusetts. They'll be joined by a Spartan, the Tony Hawk of wakeboarding, and veterans Drew Drechsel and "Flip" Rodriguez on a hot night in downtown! Bienvenido a Miami!
Dozens of contestants brave the cold and thin air to compete on a redesigned course, featuring new obstacles the Cat Grab and Spikes Into Cargo! More than 120 athletes turned out for 30 finalist spots. Among the challengers are "ANW" veteran and Harlem Globetrotter Bull Bullard, the "cowboy ninja" Lance Pekus, and the man who went the farthest last year, Brian Arnold. They'll be joined by the Karate Hottie, a Dracula expert, and even more U.S. Olympians for a cold night at 5,300 feet!
Thirty finalists return to Venice Beach with a chance to land one of 15 spots in Las Vegas. In addition to the qualifying round's 6 obstacles, athletes must tackle 4 additional challenges--including the all-new Cannonball Alley! With one obstacle taking out half the field on its own, it'll be a brutal race against time to qualify for a date with Mt. Midoriyama. Watch as "The Godfather" himself David Campbell proves he's still got it, walk-on Kevin Bull completes a hanging backflip, and several veterans go splash. Is it possible for things to actually get harder?
Thirty finalists return to St. Louis with a chance to land one of 15 spots in Las Vegas. In addition to the qualifying round's 6 obstacles, athletes must tackle 4 additional challenges--including the all-new Crazy Cliffhanger! Did we mention the Rumbling Dice is decimating the competition? See the Moravsky cousins Joe and Rob, six-time "ANW" competitor Andrew Karsen, and several veterans compete in the shadow of the St. Louis Arch. Get into it!
Thirty finalists return to Miami with a chance to land one of 15 spots in Las Vegas. In addition to the qualifying round's 6 obstacles, athletes must tackle 4 additional challenges--including the all-new Minefield! Drew Dreschel, the veteran who clocked in with the fastest time in qualifying, says he plans to complete the tougher course in under two minutes. Can it be done? Watch Drew, the fire-breathing Reko Rivera, and Idoko Abuh, the man who made it to the third stage in Las Vegas last year, lead a very competitive field for a shot at Mt. Midoriyama!
Thirty finalists return to Denver for a chance to land one of 15 spots in Las Vegas. While facing 6 obstacles in the qualifying round, athletes must tackle 4 additional challenges--including the all-new Doorknob Arch! 52 year-old Jon Stewart aims to become the oldest ninja to conquer the course, but will the Warped Wall end his run for a third straight year? Watch Jon's incredible run, world-class rock climber Isaac Caldiero's mighty ascent, and Meagan Kelly, only the third woman to complete qualifying, challenging the "ANW" record books once again!
Welcome to Las Vegas! The top 90 competitors including 15 Wild Card selections race each other and the clock to complete Stage 1. In addition to old nemeses like the Giant Ring and Jumping Spider, contestants will need to master new obstacles Piston Road and the Silk Slider. Only those who complete the eight obstacles in less than 2:05 will move on to Stage 2.
Welcome back to Las Vegas! The second group of competitors race each other and the clock to complete Stage 1. In addition to old nemeses like the Giant Ring and Jumping Spider, contestants will need to master new obstacles Piston Road and the Silk Slider. Only those who complete the eight obstacles in less than 2:05 will move on to Stage 2.
The final group of 18 competitors advances beyond Stage 1 to face even greater challenges. Can any of the athletes progress all the way to Stage 4 for the first time? Find out if anyone claims the title American Ninja Warrior and go home with the $500,000 grand prize!
In the season finale, they're playing for national pride. All-Stars from "American Ninja Warrior" face off against teams from Japan and Europe for bragging rights.
The Season 7 premiere opened with a qualifying round for Venice Beach, California participants. Obstacles included the Mini Silk Slider, Spin Cycle, and Hourglass Drop. Contestants included Jackson Meyer, Kevin Bull, David Campbell, former Baltimore Raven Brendon Ayanbadejo and Seattle Seahawk Jon Ryan.
"American Ninja Warrior" travels to Kansas City, Missouri where competitors face new obstacles the Big Dipper, Floating tiles and Stretch Hold. "American Ninja Warrior" veteran, and first woman ever to complete the Jumping Spider in last season's National Finals, Meagan Martin returns, while Brian Arnold and the Denver rock climbing team dubbed the "Wolfpack" will also be making a comeback. Competitors in this rigorous obstacle course competition series vie for a chance to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbaja Biamila host as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
Fan favorite, the Mighty Kacy Catanzaro returns for the Houston qualifiers. Kacy Catanzaro, the first woman ever to complete the American Ninja Warrior course, is back, along with veterans Brent Steffensen and Sam Sann to compete for $1,000,000 in the world's most difficult obstacle course. Will the never-before-seen Tilting Slider, Cargo Crossing, and The Swinging Spikes stop the Mighty Kacy on her quest to conquer Mount Midoriyama?
In the qualifying round at Universal Orlando Resort, veteran competitors including pro-wake boarder Sean Murray, William "Spartan" Brown, and long-time rivals Flip Rodriguez and Drew Drechsel take on Paddle Boards, the Tire Swing, and other new obstacles as they battle for a chance to compete for a $1,000,000 cash prize. With hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila, and co-host Kristine Leahy.
Pittsburgh, PA's historic Carrie Furnace will host the fifth qualifying round where competitors tackle two new obstacles including, the Snake Crossing and the Wind Chimes. Ninjas will compete to qualify for the finals in Las Vegas and a shot at winning the grand prize of $1,000,000. "American Ninja Warrior" veterans Michelle Warnky and "Captain NBC" Jamie Rahn return, while Olympian and Pittsburgh local Brianne McLaughlin and Harlem Globetrotter Flip White will take a shot at the course, along with University of Pittsburgh "vampire" professor Joel Brady and Team USA members Joe Moravsky and Elet Hall. Competitors in this rigorous obstacle course competition series will vie for the title "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
Competitors, including both active duty and retired military members, will tackle the six stage city qualifying course featuring two never-before-seen obstacles - the Log Runner and the challenging I-Beam Cross. Former Army National Guard Caption and six-time "American Ninja Warrior" veteran Ryan Stratis and active Navy Lieutenant Junior Grade Dustin McKinney return for another shot at the course. This round will be the last of the city qualifying rounds before the show heads to the city finals rounds. Contestants in this competition series will vie for a grand prize of $1,000.000 and the title "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host. Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
American Ninja Warrior" travels back to Venice, California where the top 30 competitors from the Venice Qualifier tackle the Venice Finals course. In addition to the obstacles from the Venice Qualifier, contestants will face the Salmon Ladder, Rumbling Dice, Clear Climb and Invisible Ladder. Top competitors Kevin Bull, Nicholas Coolridge and Jessie Graff will take on the course. The Venice competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas finals, to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts
"American Ninja Warrior" travels back to Kansas City, Missouri where the top 30 competitors from the Kansas City Qualifier tackle the Kansas City Finals course. In addition to the obstacles from the Kansas City Qualifier, contestants will face the Salmon Ladder, Flying Shelf Grab, Body Prop and Invisible Ladder. Top competitors and fan-favorites Meagan Martin, Brian Arnold and Michael Stanger will take on the course. The Kansas City competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas finals, to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" travels back to Houston, Texas where the top 30 competitors from the Houston Qualifier tackle the Houston Finals course. In addition to the obstacles from the Houston Qualifier, contestants will face the Salmon Ladder, Walking Bar, Crazy Cliffhanger and Invisible Ladder. Top competitors and fan-favorites Brent Steffensen, Sam Sann and Daniel Gil will take on the course. The Houston competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas finals, to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" travels back to Orlando, Florida's Universal Orlando Resort where the top 30 competitors from the Orlando Qualifier tackle the Orlando Finals course. In addition to the obstacles from the Orlando Qualifier, contestants will face the Salmon Ladder, Cannonball Alley, Helix Hang and Invisible Ladder. Top competitors Flip Rodriguez, Drew Dreschel and Shaun Murray will take on the course. The Orlando competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas finals, to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" travels back to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where the top 30 competitors from the Pittsburgh Qualifier tackle the Pittsburgh Finals course. In addition to the obstacles from the Pittsburgh Qualifier, contestants will face Salmon Ladder, Floating Monkey Bars, Door Knob Arch and Invisible Ladder. Top competitors Elet Hall, Michael Bernardo, Joe Moravsky and Michelle Warnky will take on the course. The Pittsburgh competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas finals, to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" travels back to San Jose, California where the top 30 competitors from the Military Qualifier tackle the Military Finals course. In addition to the obstacles from the Military Qualifier, contestants will face Salmon Ladder, Arm Rings, Doorknob Arch and Spider Climb. Top competitors Army National Guard Caption Ryan Stratis, active Navy Lieutenant Junior Grade Dustin McKinney and Coast Guard Aviation Survival Technician Robin Pietschmann will take on the course. The Military competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas finals, to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" travels to Las Vegas, Nevada where the top finishers from the regional finals tackle the ultimate challenge - a four stage course modeled after 'Mount Midoriyama' in Japan. Competitors will attempt Stage One, with new obstacles the Sonic Curve and The Double Shock. The finalists will vie to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
The finals of "American Ninja Warrior" continue from Las Vegas, Nevada where the top finishers from the regional finals tackle the ultimate challenge - a four stage course modeled after 'Mount Midoriyama' in Japan. The remaining finalists take on Stage 1, with new obstacles Sonic Curve and The Double Shock. Those that finish move on to Stage 2, and continue their chance to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
It's the final night of the "American Ninja Warrior" Las Vegas finals where the top finishers from the regional finals tackle the final three stages of 'Mount Midoriyama'. Competitors who survive Stage 1 will take on Stage 2, and possibly Stage 3 and 4. Stage 2 has been redesigned and includes a brand new obstacle, Roulette Row. Stage 3 features the new Psycho Chain and Area 51 obstacles. Lastly, if any competitors conquer both stages, they will attempt Stage 4 with a cash prize of $1,000,000 at stake and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
The new series 'Team Ninja Warrior' features America's fittest athletes racing an opposing team's players through a challenging obstacle course.
Five of the top competitors from "American Ninja Warrior" will go head-to-head against competitors from Japan and from Europe in a high-stakes competition.
The heart-racing obstacle course competition series "American Ninja Warrior" premieres for its eighth season this summer. The action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world's most difficult obstacle courses in qualifying and finals rounds across the country. Those that successfully complete the courses in each city will move onto the national finals round in Las Vegas and compete for a $1,000,000 prize. Four of the six obstacles on the Los Angeles course will be new to "American Ninja Warrior." For the first time, competitors will face the Floating Steps, Tic Toc, Escalator and Ring Jump. Veteran Ninjas Kevin Bull, Jessie Graff and Grant McCartney return for another shot at completing the course. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila return as hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
American Ninja Warrior" travels to Atlanta, Georgia where competitors tackle six obstacles, including the brand new Floating Steps, Block Run and Pipe Fitter. "American Ninja Warrior" veterans Drew Drechsel and Neil "Crazy" Craver return, along with seven-time competitor Travis Rosen. Competitors in this rigorous obstacle course competition series vie for a chance to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" travels to Indianapolis, Indiana where competitors tackle six obstacles including the brand new Floating Steps, Fly Wheels and Disk Runner. "American Ninja Warrior" veterans Meagan Martin and Brian Arnold, from the famed Colorado rock climbing team "The Wolfpack," return, while Indianapolis 500 Champion Hélio Castroneves and NASCAR's Ricky Stenhouse Jr. take on the course for the first time. Competitors in this rigorous obstacle course competition series vie for a chance to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma is the next stop for competitors to give it their all on the "American Ninja Warrior" obstacle course. Competitors will face several new obstacles, including the Floating Steps, Ring Swing and Rock 'n' Roll. "American Ninja Warrior" veterans Daniel Gil, Lance Pekus, Brent Steffensen and fan-favorite Kacy Catanzaro return, while American gymnast and Olympic gold medalist Mitch Gaylord takes on the course for the first time. Competitors will vie for a chance to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
Philadelphia, PA will host the last qualifying round where competitors tackle two new obstacles including, Wall Drop and Rolling Thunder. Ninjas will compete to qualify for the finals in Las Vegas and a shot at winning the grand prize of $1,000,000. Veterans Joe Moravsky, Jamie Rahn, Ryan Stratis, Michelle Warnky and Geoff Britten return. Competitors in this rigorous obstacle course competition series will vie for the title "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" travels back to Universal Studios' "New York Street" where the top 30 competitors from the Los Angeles Qualifier tackle the City Finals course. In addition to the obstacles from the City Qualifier, contestants will face the Salmon Ladder, The Wedge, Helix Hang and Invisible Ladder. Top competitors Kevin Bull, Grant McCartney and Jessie Graff will take on the course. Competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas finals, to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Atlanta, Georgia, where the top 30 competitors from the City Qualifier tackle an even more challenging course that includes ten obstacles in the City Finals.
American Ninja Warrior travels back to Indianapolis, Indiana where the top 30 competitors from the City Qualifier tackle an even more challenging course that includes ten obstacles in the City Finals. In addition to the six already difficult obstacles from the Indianapolis Qualifier, contestants will face the Salmon Ladder, Hourglass Drop, Circuit Board and Invisible Ladder. Top ninjas Meagan Martin and Brian Arnold, from the famed Colorado rock climbing team "The Wolfpack," will take on the course. The competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas finales, to win a cash prize of $1 million and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Oklahoma City, where the finals round features one new obstacle - the Window Hang - and two modified obstacles from qualifying.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where the top 30 competitors from the City Qualifier tackle an even more challenging course that includes ten obstacles in the City Finals. For the first time in "American Ninja Warrior" history, four women will compete in the Philadelphia Finals. Top female ninjas Michelle Warnky, Rachael Goldstein, Jesse La Breck and Alyssa Beird will take on the course, along with fan-favorites Geoff Britten, Joe Moravsky, Jamie Rahn and Ryan Stratis. In addition to the six already difficult obstacles from the Philadelphia Qualifier, contestants will face the Salmon Ladder, Flying Shelf Grab, Pipe Pyramid and Invisible Ladder. The competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas Finals, to win a cash prize of $1 million and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
"American Ninja Warrior" presents the National Finals where top finalists take on the ultimate challenge - a four-stage course modeled after the epic Japanese Mount Midoriyama.
The National Finals of "American Ninja Warrior" continue as the top finalists take on the ultimate challenge - a four-stage course modeled after the epic Japanese Mount Midoriayama.
The National Finals of "American Ninja Warrior" conclude as the top finalists take on the ultimate challenge - a four-stage course modeled after the epic Japanese Mount Midoriyama.
Second two-hour all-star special. Like 2016, hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbaja-Biamila, sideline interviewer Kristine Leahy chose their own all-star teams, this year composed of one veteran, one breakout star, and one woman.
The 3-hour special aired on June 4, 2017. Once again, it was hosted by the current ANW hosts, Matt Iseman, Akbar Gbaja-Biamila, and co-host Kristine Leahy. This year, Team USA and Team Europe faced a new challenger; Team Latin America.
Nine celebrities pair off with elite ninjas, who help them prepare mentally and physically for the obstacle course.
The heart-racing obstacle course competition series "American Ninja Warrior" premieres its ninth season this summer. The action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world's most difficult obstacle courses in qualifying and finals rounds across the country. Those that successfully complete the courses in each city will move onto the national finals round in Las Vegas and compete for a $1,000,000 prize. In the first Qualifying Round from Los Angeles competitors must tackle six obstacles, including Cannonball Drop and Battering Ram, which are new this season. "American Ninja Warrior" veterans Kevin Bull and Grant McCartney return for another shot at completing the course.
Indy car driver Conor Daly and Olympic gold medalist Jonathan Horton are among the competitors in San Antonio who tackle two new obstacles: the Spinning Bridge and Sky Hooks.
Competitors tackle six obstacles, including the brand new Rolling Pin and Wingnuts; veteran American Ninja Warrior (2009) fan favorites Jessie Graff, Drew Drechsel and J.J. Woods return; NASCAR drive Ben Kennedy takes on the course for the first time.
Competitors face six challenging obstacles, including the Hang Glider, Broken Pipes and Crank It Up; veterans Lance Pekus, Brandon Mears and Dan Polizzi return; Olympic decathlete Jeremy Taiwo takes on the course.
Competitors tackle Razor's Edge and I-Beam Gap; returning players include the "fantastic four" from last season; Alyssa Beird, Rachel Goldstein, Jesse "Flex" Labreck and Michelle Wamky.
Competitors face three new obstacles called Bouncing Spider, Rail Runner and Ninjago Roll.
The top 30 competitors from the Los Angeles qualifier tackle obstacles, including the Salmon Ladder, Stair Hopper, Swinging Peg Board and Elevator Climb.
Competitors will face the Salmon Ladder, Hourglass Drop, Elevator Climb, and new obstacle Spinball Wizard; veteran ninjas Kacy Esther Catanzaro, Daniel Gil and Brent Steffensen return.
Contestants tackle obstacles including the Salmon Ladder, Circuit Board, Elevator Climb and new obstacle Giant Cubes.
The top 30 competitors from the Cleveland city qualifier compete on one of the world's most challenging obstacle courses.
The top 30 competitors from Kansas City, Mo. vie for a chance to compete in the national finals.
The top 30 competitors from the Denver qualifier compete one more time before the national finals in Las Vegas.
The season's top competitors compete in the national finals in Las Vegas.
National finals continue in Las Vegas, where the season's top competitors tackle a four-stage course.
It's the final night of the "American Ninja Warrior" National Finals, where the season's best Ninjas tackle the last stages of 'Mount Midoriyama'. Competitors who conquered Stage One move on to Stage Two, in hopes of advancing to Stages Three and Four. The finalists vie to win a cash prize of $1 million and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
Top ninjas, climb, sprint and fly through a special course and supersized obstacles as they compete in crazy feats of strength, skill challenges and a team relay for the ages.
A fifth USA vs. The World special aired for 3 hours on March 11, 2018. This year, Team USA (blue), Team Europe (green) and Team Latin America (yellow) faced a new challenger; Team Asia (red).
Top ninjas, including Drew Drechsel, Jessie Graff, Najee Richardson and Flip Rodriguez, compete in crazy feats of strength, intense skill challenges and a team relay for the ages.
Celebrities run a modified course to raise money for Red Nose Day charities with the help of elite ninjas.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns for season 10 with an action-packed episode from Dallas, Texas. The series follows competitors as they tackle the world's most difficult obstacle courses around the country in city qualifying and city finals rounds. In the qualifying round, ninjas face six obstacles, including the new 18-foot "Mega Warped Wall," which, if conquered, offers a chance to win $10,000. The series has also lowered the age limit of competitors from 21 to 19.
"American Ninja Warrior" welcomes special guests at the Los Angeles qualifier when dinosaurs from "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" invade the course, along with a special appearance by the film's stars, Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. In the Los Angeles qualifying round, competitors will tackle six obstacles, including two brand new obstacles "Jumper Cables" and "Doorknob Drop." "American Ninja Warrior" veterans Sean Bryan, Kevin Bull and Flip Rodriguez compete. Top finishers in the qualifying round move onto the city finals round where they vie for a chance to advance to the national finals in Las Vegas and an opportunity to win a $1,000,000.
"American Ninja Warrior" travels to Miami for the Miami City Qualifying round. Competitors will face six obstacles including two brand new challenges - "Ring Turn" and "Slippery Summit." Notable ninjas featured in Miami include Jessie Graff, Drew Drechsel and Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School teacher Gabe Stewart. Top finishers in the qualifying round move onto the city finals round where they vie for a chance to compete in the national finals in Las Vegas and the chance to win a $1,000,000.
"American Ninja Warrior" takes over downtown Indianapolis at the foot of the majestic "Monument Circle" where competitors will face two new obstacles among the six they must tackle, including the "Wheel Flip" and the "Spin Hopper." "American Ninja Warrior" season 7 champion Isaac Caldiero returns to the show after a two year hiatus. He will be joined by ninja veterans Brian Arnold, Jimmy Choi and Jesse "Flex" Labreck, as well as notable guests including Verizon IndyCar driver Scott Dixon and Olympic Gold Medalist Kendall Coyne. Competitors vie for a chance to win a cash prize of $1,000,000.
American Ninja Warrior" travels to Philadelphia where it takes over the Richmond Power Plant for the next City Qualifying round. Competitors will face six obstacles including two brand new challenges - "Spinning Bow Ties" and "Lightning Bolts." Ninja veterans Najee Richardson, Michelle Warnky, Allyssa Beird and Chris Wilczewski return to the competition and compete alongside former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jason Avant. Top finishers in the qualifying round move onto the city finals round where they vie for a chance to compete in the national finals in Las Vegas and the chance to win a $1,000,000. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
Minneapolis hosts the next city qualifying round of "American Ninja Warrior". Competitors will attempt to conquer six obstacles including two new challenges "Double Twister" and "Diamond Dash." Nina veterans making their return include: Meagan Martin, Joe Moravsky, Lance Pekus, Maggi Thorne and Sarah Schoback. Competitors vie for a chance to win a cash prize of $1,000,000
American Ninja Warrior" travels back to Universal Studios' "New York Street" where the top 30 competitors from the Los Angeles Qualifier tackle the City Finals course. In addition to the obstacles from the City Qualifier, contestants will face the Salmon Ladder, Stair Hopper, and 2 challenging new obstacles: Swinging Peg Board and Elevator Climb. Top competitors Kevin Bull, Grant McCartney and Flip Rodriguez will take on the course. Competitors will vie for a chance to compete in the Las Vegas finals, to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila hosts as Kristine Leahy co-hosts.
The Dallas City Finals includes Daniel Gil, Barclay Stockett, and Matthew Day.
The competition heads back to Miami for the City Finals. Jessie Graff and Drew Drechsel lead a group of 30 competitors who advanced from the Qualifying round and will face up to 10 obstacles including the brand new "Crazy Clocks." Other competitors include Morgan "Moose" Wright, Rachael Goldstein and Jessica Clayton. The ninjas will vie for a chance to advance to the national finals in Las Vegas and an opportunity to win $1,000,000. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Kristine Leahy co-hosts. Screen reader support enabled.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Indianapolis' "Monument Circle" for the fourth round of the City Finals. The top 30 Ninjas from the Qualifying round will face an even tougher obstacle course which includes the brand-new "Cane Lane" and the grueling 10th obstacle "Spider Trap." Competitors taking on the course include: Brian Arnold, Jimmy Choi, Jesse "Flex"Labreck and season 7 champion Isaac Caldiero. Competitors vie for a chance to win a cash prize of $1,000,000.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Philadelphia's Richmond Power Plant for the City Finals. The top 30 Ninjas from the Qualifying round will face an even tougher obstacle course which includes the brand-new "Captain's Wheel." Competitors taking on the course include: Najee Richardson, Michelle Warnky, Allyssa Beird, Jamie Rahn and Chris Wilczewski. The Ninjas will vie for a chance to win a cash prize of $1,000,000 at the national finals in Las Vegas.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Minneapolis for the city finals round, where the top 30 competitors from the qualifying round face 10 obstacles total, including a brand new obstacle called "The Hinge." Ninja veterans taking to the course include Meagan Martin, Joe Moravsky, Jake Murray and Lance Pekus.
Ninja veterans take on the world's toughest obstacle course for a chance to win $1 million; the ninja who goes the furthest on the course walks away with the new "last ninja standing" prize of $100,000.
The National Finals continue from Las Vegas; the season's top competitors tackle the world's toughest obstacle course. Athletes take on stage one, which must be completed in 2:30 minutes in order to advance to stage two.
Drew Drechsel, Jesse Labreck, Mathis "The Kid" Owhadi, Najee Richardson and Barclay Stockett represent Team USA against top international athletes in a battle for worldwide ninja domination.
The hosts select the top athletes to compete on the National Finals course, including tag-team-style competition.
Ninjas take on six challenging obstacles, including two new ones: Walk the Plank and Spring Forward; the two fastest finishers take on the Power Tower for a chance to advance straight to the national finals.
"American Ninja Warrior" heads to Atlanta for the City Qualifying Round. Notable competitors include last season's "Last Ninja Standing" Drew Drechsel and former New England Patriot Tyrone Poole who will face up to six challenging obstacles including Off the Hook and Ferris Wheel, which are new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall joins the show as sideline reporter.
"American Ninja Warrior" heads to Oklahoma City for the City Qualifying Round. Competitors will face up to six challenging obstacles including Diving Boards and Coconut Climb, which are new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall joins the show as sideline reporter.
"American Ninja Warrior" brings the competition indoors for the first time ever in Seattle's Tacoma Dome for the City Qualifying Round. Competitors will face up to six challenging obstacles including Lunatic Ledges and Barrel Roll, which are new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall joins the show as sideline reporter.
"American Ninja Warrior" heads to Baltimore for the City Qualifying Round. Competitors will face up to six challenging obstacles including Dangerous Curves and Hazard Cones, which are new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall joins the show as sideline reporter.
"American Ninja Warrior" heads to Cincinnati for the final City Qualifying Round. Competitors will face up to six challenging obstacles including Sling Shot which is new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall joins the show as sideline reporter.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Los Angeles to kick off the City Finals round of the competition. Competitors will face up to ten daunting obstacles including the new Leaps of Faith. In this season's twist to the city finals rounds, the two fastest finishers take on the new Power Tower for a chance to win a safety pass. The safety pass will give the ninja a second chance on the course if he/she falls on stage 1 or 2 at the National Finals in Las Vegas. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Atlanta for the City Finals round of the competition. Competitors will face up to ten challenging obstacles including Up For Grabs, which is new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Oklahoma City for the City Finals round of the competition. Competitors will face up to ten challenging obstacles including Snap Back, which is new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
"American Ninja Warrior" heads back to the Pacific North West for the City Finals round of the competition at the Tacoma Dome. Competitors will face up to ten challenging obstacles including Northwest Passage, which is new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Baltimore for the City Finals round of the competition. Competitors will face up to ten challenging obstacles including Angry Birds, which is new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Cincinnati for the City Finals round of the competition. Competitors will face up to ten challenging obstacles including Slam Dunk, which is new to the course this year. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
"American Ninja Warrior" returns to Las Vegas for night one of the National Finals -- a four-week TV event where the season's top competitors attempt to conquer all four stages of the world's toughest obstacle course. Stage one will feature eight grueling obstacles, including "Roulette Row" and "Diving Boards" which are new to the course, and must be completed in less than 2:30 in order to advance to stage two. Finalists vie for a $1 million prize and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
"American Ninja Warrior's" National Finals continue with night two from Las Vegas, where this season's top competitors tackle the world's toughest obstacle course. Stage one features eight obstacles, including "Roulette Row" and "Diving Boards" which are brand new to the course, that must be completed in under 2:30 minutes to advance to stage two.Finalists vie for a $1 million prize and the title of "American Ninja Warrior."
The competition on "American Ninja Warrior" heats up in Las Vegas as twenty-eight competitors move forward and look to conquer stage two at the National Finals. Six dynamic obstacles await them, including three brand new to the course -- "Giant Walk The Plank," "Snap Back" and "Grim Sweeper." Finalists vie for a $1 million prize and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
For the first time in four years a winner will be crowned on the finale of "American Ninja Warrior." A select group of competitors move forward in the competition to face stage three which features seven daunting obstacles; three new to the course this year -- "Grip and Tip," "Iron Summit" and "Pipe Dream." The elite few who conquer stage three move on to stage four, a final climb up Mt. Midoriyama, which they must complete in thirty seconds or less. Finalists vie for a $1 million prize and the title of "American Ninja Warrior." Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
American Ninja Warrior returns for Season 12, inside the Dome at America's Center in St. Louis. The series will feature the nation's top athletes competing in Qualifying, Semi-Final and Finals rounds of competition. To determine the winner during the Finals, the top eight ninjas will compete in a playoff bracket where they will race head-to-head on the Power Tower and the winner will earn $100,000. In this first round of Qualifying, the ninjas will face up to six challenging obstacles including Weight For It, Ring Chaser and Rib Run, which are new to the course this year, in addition to fan favorites Shrinking Steps, Slingshot and the iconic Warped Wall. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
In this second round of Qualifying, the ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles including Ring Chaser and Rib Run, which are new to the course this year, in addition to the dynamic Ferris Wheel and the iconic Warped Wall. Notable competitors include Jesse "Flex" Labreck, JJ Woods, Jamie "Captain NBC" Rahn and Daniel Gil. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
In this second third round of Qualifying, the ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles including the high-flying Beehive, which is new to the course this year, in addition to fan favorites the Shrinking Steps and the iconic Warped Wall. Notable competitors include Najee Richardson, Michelle Warnky, Adam Rayl and Jessie Graff. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
In this fourth and final round of Qualifying, the ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles including Off The Hook, Spinning Bridge and the new Sideways, in addition to fan Spider Climb and the iconic Warped Wall. Notable competitors include Meagan Martin, Joe Moravsky, Tiana Webberley, Michael Torres and The Cowboy Ninja Lance Pekus. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
In the first round of the semifinals, competitors including Daniel Gil, Jesse Labreck, Sandy Zimmerman, Jody Avila and Grant McCartney face up to 10 daunting obstacles, including Clockwork and the new head-spinning Corkscrew.
In round two of the semifinals, competitors including Jessie Graff, Najee Richardson, Joe Moravsky and Meagan Martin face up to 10 brutal obstacles, including the dizzying Corkscrew, the Salmon Ladder and the Dungeon.
The competition moves into the Finals round with a two-night event to determine this season's champion. 28 top ninjas face up to ten diabolical obstacles including Falling Shelves and Dragonback, which are new to the course this year. The top eight advance to the Power Tower Playoffs to compete head-to-head to determine a winner. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
The competition intensifies as the remaining ninjas take their shot at the 10-obstacle Finals course. The elite few who move forward into the top eight will then compete in a playoff bracket where they will race head-to-head on the Power Tower. The winner takes home $100,000. Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila host and Zuri Hall reports from the sidelines.
A new generation of ninjas takes on the course at the famed Tacoma Dome; for the first time, competitors as young as 15 compete in round one of qualifiers. The ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles, including four new obstacles.
The qualifiers continue with a new generation of ninjas facing up to six challenging obstacles, including the Shrinking Steps, Weight for It, Split Decision, Tipping Point, V Formation and the iconic Warped Wall.
The qualifiers continue at the Tacoma Dome with a new generation of ninjas facing up to six challenging obstacles, including the new Air Surfer and Pretzel Twist in addition to the iconic Warped Wall.
A new generation of ninjas continue at the Tacoma Dome. Taking on the course, competitors as young as 15 compete and will face up to six challenging obstacles, including new obstacle Double Down in addition to the iconic Warped Wall.
The qualifiers come to a close at the Tacoma Dome with a new generation of ninjas facing up to six challenging obstacles, including new obstacle Tilt A Whirl in addition to the iconic Warped Wall.
Semifinals begin in Los Angeles where the competing ninjas will face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including new obstacles Wall-to-Wall and the Inverter. The top two runs of the night will face off in the Power Tower.
The semifinals continue as competitors face up to 10 obstacles, including the new obstacle Padlock; the top two runs of the night face off on the Power Tower.
Semifinals continue as competitors face up to 10 obstacles, including the new obstacle Drop Zone; in Split Decision, the ninjas must choose between an upper-body and balance obstacle; the top two runs face off on the Power Tower.
The finals return to Las Vegas, where the ninjas face up to eight super-sized obstacles; for the first time in finals history competitors must decide between a grueling upper body obstacle and a riskier balance obstacle to advance.
The finals continue where the ninjas face up to eight supersized obstacles; the competitors face a split decision between a grueling upper body obstacle or a riskier balance obstacle in hopes of advancing to the last stage of the finals.
The national finals conclude in Las Vegas as the remaining competitors move on to Stage 2 and beyond for their chance to win $1 million and become the next American Ninja Warrior.
Twelve female competitors battle across two daunting courses; the top four finishers advance to race head-to-head on the power tower, with the winner taking home $50,000 and becoming the first-ever American Ninja Warrior Women's Champion.
Fan-favorite contestants compete with obstacles scaled up to superhuman levels, hosted by Matt Iseman, Akbar Gbajabiamila and Zuri Hall.
The new season begins with the qualifying rounds in San Antonio where competitors take on the world's most challenging obstacle course; four new obstacles will be featured, including Carnival, Salmon Roll and more.
The qualifying rounds continue in San Antonio, where competitors as young as 15 take on seasoned veterans on the world's most challenging obstacle course; the new Piston Plunge obstacle makes its debut on the course.
The qualifying rounds continue in San Antonio, where competitors as young as 15 take on seasoned veterans on the world's most challenging obstacle course; the new Kickboards obstacle makes its debut on the course.
The qualifying rounds continue in San Antonio, where Minions have taken over the course and brought the new obstacle Despicaballs; other new obstacles include Shattered Panes and Final Frontier.
The qualifying rounds conclude with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course; competitors as young as 15 take on seasoned veterans in this first round of competition from the Alamodome.
Semifinals begin in Los Angeles, where the competing ninjas face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including, for the first time, Kaleidoscope, Ghost Town and Spin Zone; the two fastest ninjas will face off for a Safety Pass.
The semifinals continue in Los Angeles where the competing ninjas face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including new obstacles Hopscotch and Box Office.
The semifinals continue in Los Angeles, where competing ninjas will face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including new obstacles Over Under and Flipped Around.
The semifinals conclude in Los Angeles, where the competing ninjas will face up to 10 challenging obstacles; the two fastest ninjas will face off on the Power Tower for a Safety Pass going into the national finals.
The finals return to Las Vegas where the ninjas face up to eight super-sized obstacles in Stage 1; the ninjas must complete the course, including new obstacles Three Ring Circus and Tetherball, to advance to Stage 2 of the national finals.
Finals continue in Las Vegas, where the ninjas face super-sized obstacles in Stages 1 and 2 in timed runs; the ninjas who advance to Stage 2 must complete a six-obstacle course, including new obstacle Hornet's Nest, to advance to Stage 3.
The national finals conclude in Las Vegas as the remaining competitors move on to stages 3 and 4 for their chance to win $1 million and become the next American Ninja Warrior.
Ten ninja families compete relay-style on a six-obstacle course in teams consisting of three family members; top four teams face off in a Power Tower tournament, but only one family will be crowned American Ninja Warrior Family Champions.
The national finals continue in Las Vegas as the remaining ninjas compete in Stage 1 for their chance to win $1 million and become the next American Ninja Warrior.
