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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
- Cast:
- T.J. Lavin, Johnny 'Bananas' Devenanzio, Nurys Mateo, Cara Maria Sorbello
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- MTV, Paramount+
Episode guide
Seasons
Battle for a New Champion
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 7.0Teamwork Makes the Perfect Work
2023-10-25 · 64mTJ welcomes a pool of competitors who all have yet to win a championship, players get a chance to bank extra cash in Hole Control, and two housemates fight to avoid elimination in Fall Out.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 6.0Two Lungs, One Heart, Can't Lose
2023-11-01 · 64mThe contenders go out on a limb in Ball Control, divides form in the house between U.S. and U.K. competitors, and one player is left surprised when their alliance doesn't keep them safe.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 7.0It's a Matter of Semantics
2023-11-08 · 64mSideways glances lead to a blowup between two contenders, the teammates try to break their losing streak during Control Tower, and the women concoct a plan for mutual self-preservation.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 7.0I'm Coming Out
2023-11-08 · 64mThe players put their swimming endurance to the test, the housemates throw a coming-out party for Big T, and one contender resists the temptation to cheat on their significant other.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 5
★ 7.0Countdown to Chaos
2023-11-15 · 64mThe next phase of the game approaches as the countdown clock nears zero, contenders split into pairs for Upside Down Whirled, and one player worries she's being targeted by an ally.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 6
★ 6.0The Big Mistake
2023-11-22 · 63mHead on down to your local bingo hall because we're playing BINGO - Challenge Style. Contenders get down and dirty, and tensions mount as they wrestle for power. Another Champ enters, hoping to end one Contender's dream.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 7
★ 7.0So Flip Floppy
2023-11-29 · 63mIn a move of desperation, one contender tries to prove his loyalty to his alliance by betraying his other friends; love is in the air as one of the couples take their relationship to a new level.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 8
★ 7.0Struggling to Hold It Together
2023-12-06 · 64mA rigorous and exhausting challenge sees one contender give their blood, sweat and tears for the win; an intense night out finds a contender in the firing line after another reaches their boiling point.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 9
★ 7.0A Banana Split
2023-12-13 · 63mCracks in the alliances begin to show themselves as one Contender works to flip the house vote. Multiple romantic scandals come to a head as one of the Contenders is confronted about being unfaithful.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 10
★ 7.0Feeling Used
2023-12-20 · 63mThe Contenders soar to new heights in a sky high challenge, with an outcome that makes one Contender question their alliance. A decorated Champion brings the heat in the elimination.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 11
★ 7.0My Own Worst Frenemy
2023-12-27 · 63mOne contender is shocked when their so-called alliance nominates them for elimination.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 12
★ 7.0A Legend Returns
2024-01-03 · 64mThe contenders fight for their lives high above the water! One Contender finds themselves on the outs with their alliance, while another attempts to change the power dynamic in the game. A long-awaited returning Champion shakes.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 13
★ 7.0El Saboteur
2024-01-10 · 63mChaos continues as a new alliance threatens to shift the power dynamics in the house.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 14
★ 8.0Don't Let TJ Decide
2024-01-17 · 63mThe end of Chaos is near and with alliances on the brink of collapse, a grueling mini-final awaits.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 15
★ 7.0Welcome to Conquest
2024-01-24 · 63mThe game intensifies as the contenders enter a new phase, leading to shocking new twists.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 16
★ 6.0Family Knows Best
2024-01-31 · 66mA high-stakes challenge finds the Contenders hanging on for dear life. A tumultuous selection divides the house, forcing one Contender to choose between their closest allies.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 17
★ 7.0Feel the Bern
2024-02-07 · 66mThe remaining contenders fight to secure their chance to become the next Challenge Champion.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 18
★ 7.0The Beginning of the End
2024-02-14 · 63mThe final seven contenders enter the Final, where they must face the three levels of the game again.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 19
★ 7.0Only One Gets the Crown
2024-02-21 · 67mThe final six contenders compete for a place amongst the most esteemed competitors.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 20
★ 8.0Reunion (1)
2024-02-28 · 63mThe battle is over and now it's time for phase four - closure. Maria Menounos returns to uncover what went down behind-the-scenes of this season's chaos. Why did the entire house target Big T and Melissa? Who regrets playing Jay and Michele's game? And why did Olivia throw her bestie Nurys under the bus? Plus, the Champs are in the building to weigh-in on everything - do they think Emanuel is a worthy enough to join their ranks?
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 21
★ 8.0Reunion (2)
2024-03-06 · 63mThe chaos continues on part 2 of the Challenge: Battle for a New Champion Reunion. There was no shortage of betrayals, backstabbing, and blindsiding this season... Have Big T and Melissa forgiven Corey? Is the Parents' Alliance dead? Michele, Callum, and other house flings reveal where they stand post-show, and a shocking, never-before-seen hookup two challengers thought they hid is revealed. Plus, Moriah spills on why she moved on from Bananas and what happened when she returned home.
Watch progress · Not trackedCast
T.J. Lavin
Self - Host
Johnny 'Bananas' Devenanzio
Self
Nurys Mateo
Self
Cara Maria Sorbello
Self
Chris 'C.T.' Tamburello
Self