American Ninja Warrior

Dec 12, 2009

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.

Dec 12, 2009

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.

Dec 12, 2009

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.

Dec 12, 2009

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.

Dec 19, 2009

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.

Dec 19, 2009

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.

Dec 19, 2009

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.

Dec 19, 2009

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.

Dec 8, 2010

Contestants face the qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal., in the 2nd-season premiere.

Dec 8, 2010

Contestants face the qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal.

Dec 8, 2010

The qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal., ends.

Dec 15, 2010

Semifinals from Venice Beach, Cal.

Dec 15, 2010

Boot camp on Day 1.

Dec 15, 2010

Day 2 of boot camp.

Dec 22, 2010

Day 3 of boot camp in the mountains of California.

Dec 22, 2010

Day 4 of boot camp in the mountains of California.

Dec 23, 2010

Finals begin at Japan's Mount Midoriyama.

Dec 23, 2010

Finals conclude at Japan's Mount Midoriyama.

Jul 31, 2011

Competitors face the qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal., in the Season 3 premiere.

Jul 31, 2011

Competitors face the qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal.

Aug 7, 2011

The qualifying round concludes in Venice Beach, Cal.

Aug 7, 2011

The semi-finals in Venice Beach, Cal.

Aug 14, 2011

Day 1 of boot camp in the California mountains.

Aug 14, 2011

Day 2 of boot camp in the California mountains.

Aug 21, 2011

Day 3 of boot camp in the California mountains.

Aug 21, 2011

Day 4 of boot camp in the California mountains.

Aug 22, 2011

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.

Aug 22, 2011

Top teams of superstar ninja athletes try to earn a spot in the Playoffs and the Ninja vs Ninja championship!

May 20, 2012

People from the Southwest compete for a chance at the world's most difficult obstacle course.

May 20, 2012

People from the Southwest compete for a chance at the world's most difficult obstacle course.

May 22, 2012

The top 30 finishers from the Southwest qualifying round take on an even more challenging obstacle course to advance to the national finals.

May 27, 2012

Midwest competitors try to qualify for the national contest.

May 27, 2012

Midwest competitors try to qualify for the national contest.

May 21, 2012

The top 30 qualifiers compete for a chance to move on to the national finals and tackle a harder course in hope of getting the $50,000 prize.

May 28, 2012

Athletes from the Northeast compete.

May 29, 2012

Athletes from the Northeast compete.

Jun 3, 2012

The top 30 Northeast finishers take on a more challenging course.

Jun 3, 2012

Contestants from the Northwest compete.

Jun 4, 2012

Contestants from the Northwest compete.

Jun 5, 2012

The top 30 Northwest finishers compete.

Jun 10, 2012

Competitors from the Midsouth region.

Jun 10, 2012

Competitors from the Midsouth region.

Jun 11, 2012

The top 30 Mid-south competitors compete.

Jun 12, 2012

Athletes and everyday people compete for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course.

Jun 17, 2012

Athletes and everyday people compete for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course.

Jun 17, 2012

The top 30 Southeast finishers compete on a more challenging course..

Jun 18, 2012

One hundred competitors attempt the most-difficult obstacle course.

Jun 19, 2012

Stage 1 of the most-difficult obstacle course continues.

Jun 24, 2012

Stage 1 of the most difficult obstacle course continues.

Jun 24, 2012

Stage 1 of the 8 obstacle course will challenge even the most skilled competitors.

Jun 25, 2012

Top finishers challenge Mount Midoriyama.

Jun 26, 2012

Ultimate challenges including the Spider Flip and the Double Salmon Ladder.

Jul 8, 2012

Previously unseen footage includes top finishers from preliminary rounds tackling a challenging obstacle course.

Jul 8, 2012

Competitors face a challenging obstacle course in hope of landing a spot in the finals.

Jul 8, 2012

Top contenders tackle a challenging obstacle course in hope of moving to the final round.

Jul 9, 2012

Competitors face a challenging obstacle course in hope of landing a spot in the finals.

Jul 10, 2012

Athletes face the eight obstacles of Stage 1 in Las Vegas.

Jul 16, 2012

Finalists take on a four-stage course. Challenges include a "jumping spider" and a "spinning bridge."

Jul 17, 2012

Athletes compete in the finals in Las Vegas.

Jul 24, 2012

Top finishers from the regionals advance to the final round.

Jul 1, 2013

Part 1 of 2. The fifth season opens with a qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal., and features obstacles such as the Frame Slider, Domino Hill, Chain Swing and Flying Nun Chucks.

Jul 2, 2013

The conclusion of the two-part Season 5 opener features a qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal., with obstacles such as the Frame Slider, Domino Hill, Chain Swing and Flying Nun Chucks.

Jul 8, 2013

Part 1 of 2. A qualifying round in Baltimore features obstacles such as the Downhill Jump, Prism Tilt, Swing Jump and Circle Cross.

Jul 9, 2013

Conclusion. A qualifying round in Baltimore features obstacles such as the Downhill Jump, Prism Tilt, Swing Jump and Circle Cross.

Jul 14, 2013

Part 1 of 2. A qualifying round in Miami featuring the Utility Pole Slider, the Balance Bridge, the Slider Jump and the Monkey Peg. Contestants include Olympic medalist Dee Dee Trotter.

Jul 16, 2013

Conclusion. A qualifying round in Miami featuring the Utility Pole Slider, the Balance Bridge, the Slider Jump and the Monkey Peg. Contestants include Olympic medalist Dee Dee Trotter.

Jul 21, 2013

Part 1 of 2. A qualifying round in Denver featuring obstacles such as the Rolling Log, the Rotating Bridge, the Jump Hang Kai and the Grip Hang. Contestants include professional snowboarder Graham Watanabe.

Jul 23, 2013

Conclusion. A qualifying round in Denver featuring obstacles such as the Rolling Log, the Rotating Bridge, the Jump Hang Kai and the Grip Hang. Contestants include professional snowboarder Graham Watanabe.

Jul 28, 2013

Part 1 of 2. Thirty contestants compete in the Venice Finals. The course features obstacles such as the Salmon Ladder, the Rope Maze, the Cliffhanger and the Spider Climb.

Jul 30, 2013

Conclusion. Thirty contestants compete in the Venice Finals. The course features obstacles such as the Salmon Ladder, the Rope Maze, the Cliffhanger and the Spider Climb.

Aug 5, 2013

Part 1 of 2. Participants compete in the Baltimore finals. The course features 10 obstacles, including the Rumbling Dice and Body Prop.

Aug 6, 2013

Conclusion. Participants compete in the Baltimore finals. The course features 10 obstacles, including the Rumbling Dice and Body Prop.

Aug 12, 2013

Part 1 of 2. The Top 30 competitors attempt the Miami Finals course, which includes two new obstacles: the Ledge Jump and the Rolling Steel.

Aug 12, 2013

Conclusion. The Top 30 competitors attempt the Miami Finals course, which includes two new obstacles: the Ledge Jump and the Rolling Steel.

Aug 19, 2013

Part 1 of 2. Thirty competitors attempt the Denver Finals course, which includes two new obstacles: the Floating Stairs and the Pole Grasper.

Aug 20, 2013

Conclusion. Thirty competitors attempt the Denver Finals course, which includes two new obstacles: the Floating Stairs and the Pole Grasper.

Aug 25, 2013

The top finishers from the regional finals face a course modeled after Mount Midoriyama in Japan. Competitors try stage 1.

Aug 27, 2013

The top finishers from the regional finals face a course modeled after Mount Midoriyama in Japan. Competitors try stage 1.

Sep 2, 2013

The top finishers from the regional finals face a course modeled after Mount Midoriyama in Japan. Competitors try stage 1.

Sep 9, 2013

The top finishers from the regional finals face a course modeled after Mount Midoriyama in Japan. Competitors try stage 2.

Sep 16, 2013

The top finishers from the regional finals face a course modeled after Mount Midoriyama in Japan. The remainen competitors try stage 3.

May 26, 2014

Season 6 opens with a qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal., and features obstacles such as the Slack Ladder, the Jumping Bars Into Cargo, and the Cannonball Alley. Contestants include Olympians Susan Francia and Kate Hansen.

Jun 2, 2014

Competition in Dallas includes Tilting Table, Ring Toss and Swinging Frames.

Jun 9, 2014

New obstacles in St. Louis include Rope Junction Into Cargo, Double Tilted Ladder and Crazy Cliffhanger. Competitors include X-Games athlete Kevin Robinson, motorcycle racer Domonic Anderson and Nick Groff ("Ghost Adventures").

Jun 16, 2014

A qualifying round in Miami featuring the Dancing Stones, the Downhill Pipe Drop and the Mine Field. Contestants include wakeboard champions Rusty Malinoski and Shaun Murray; Olympians Fabien Lefevre and Preston Griffall; and former Las Vegas finalists Joyce Shahboz, Drew Drechsel and David "Flip" Rodriguez.

Jun 23, 2014

The final qualifying round takes place in Denver and features the never-before-seen Cat Grab and Spikes into Cargo obstacles. Contestants include former competitor Brian Arnold; mixed-martial-arts fighter Michelle Waterson; Bull Bullard of the Harlem Globetrotters; BMX champ Morgan Wade; and fitness blogger Drew Manning.

Jul 7, 2014

The Top 30 contenders from the Venice Qualifier compete in the Venice Finals course, which includes obstacles such as the Salmon Ladder, Cannonball Alley, Body Prop and Spider Climb.

Jul 14, 2014

The Top 30 contenders from the Dallas Qualifier compete in the Dallas Finals course, which includes obstacles such as the Salmon Ladder, Swinging Frames, Pole Grasper and Spider Climb.

Jul 21, 2014

The Top 30 contenders from the St. Louis Qualifier compete in the St. Louis Finals course, which includes obstacles such as the Salmon Ladder, Rumbling Dice, Crazy Cliffhanger and Spider Climb.

Jul 28, 2014

Top competitors from the Miami qualifier face the finals course, which includes Salmon Ladder, Floating Stairs, Mine Field and Spider Climb.

Aug 4, 2014

Competitors face the finals course in Denver.

Aug 11, 2014

Highlights from the season focus on the competitors that provided the most impressive or entertaining runs through what many consider to be the world's most difficult obstacle course.

Aug 18, 2014

Top finishers from the regional finals tackle stage 1 of the four stage finals course in Las Vegas.

Sep 1, 2014

Top finishers from the regional finals continue to tackle stage 1 of the four stage finals course in Las Vegas.

Sep 8, 2014

The National Finals in Vegas continue with stage 2 and beyond.

May 25, 2015

Jun 1, 2015

Qualifying comes to Kansas City, Missouri where competitors face new obstacles, including the Big Dipper, Floating tiles, and Stretch Hold. Veteran contestants include Meagan Martin (the first woman to complete the Jumping Spider last season), Brian Arnold and the "Wolfpack" rock climbing team.

Jun 8, 2015

Qualifying comes to Houston, Texas where competitors tackle 6 obstacles, including the brand new Tilting Slider, Cargo Crossing, and The Swinging Spikes. Returning veterans include Brent Steffensen and Sam Sann, along with season 6 breakout star and fan-favorite Kacy Catanzaro.

Jun 22, 2015

Fearless competitors tackle obstacles, including the new Tire Swing and Paddle Boards.

Jun 29, 2015

Pittsburgh, PA's historic Carrie Furnace will host the fifth qualifying round where competitors tackle two new obstacles, the Snake Crossing and the Wind Chimes. Returning veterans include Michelle Warnky and "Captain NBC" Jamie Rahn, 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.

Jul 6, 2015

The qualifying rounds continue with a very special all-military cast competing on the pier in San Pedro, California in front of the historic battleship USS Iowa. 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 Ninja 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.

Jul 13, 2015

The top 30 competitors from the Venice Qualifier tackle the Venice Finals course, which includes such obstacles as the Salmon Ladder, Rumbling Dice, Clear Climb, and Invisible Ladder.

Jul 20, 2015

The top 30 competitors from the Kansas City Qualifier tackle the Kansas City Finals course which includes such obstacles as the Salmon Ladder, Flying Shelf Grab, Body Prop, and Invisible Ladder.

Jul 27, 2015

The top 30 competitors from the Houston Qualifier tackle the Finals course, which includes the Salmon Ladder, Walking Bar, Crazy Cliffhanger, and Invisible Ladder. Top competitors and fan-favorites Brent Steffensen, Sam Sann, and Daniel Gil.

Aug 3, 2015

The top 30 competitors from the Orlando Qualifier tackle the Finals course, which includes the Salmon Ladder, Cannonball Alley, Helix Hang, and Invisible Ladder.

Aug 10, 2015

The top 30 competitors from the Pittsburgh Qualifier tackle the Finals course, which includes the Salmon Ladder, Floating Monkey Bars, Door Knob Arch, and Invisible Ladder. Top competitors include Elet Hall, Michael Bernardo, Joe Moravsky, and Michelle Warnky.

Aug 17, 2015

The top 30 competitors from the Military Qualifier tackle the Finals course, which includes the Salmon Ladder, Arm Rings, Doorknob Arch, and Spider Climb. Top competitors include Army National Guard Caption Ryan Stratis, active Navy Lieutenant Junior Grade Dustin McKinney, and Coast Guard Aviation Survival Technician Robin Pietschmann.

Aug 24, 2015

Re-live the best moments from the season so far during this original, jam-packed special chronicling the best runs of this season.

Aug 31, 2015

Sep 7, 2015

The finals continue in Las Vegas, Nevada, where the remaining finalists take on Stage 1. Those that finish move on to Stage 2.

Sep 14, 2015

In the last night of the Las Vegas finals, competitors tackle obstacles that include Psycho Chain and Area 51.

Jun 1, 2016

In the Season 8 premiere features four new obstacles, including the Floating Steps, Tic Toc, Escalator and Ring Jump

Jun 8, 2016

On the Atlanta course competitors tackle six obstacles, including the brand new Floating Steps, Block Run, and Pipe Fitter. Veteran Ninjas Drew Drechsel and Neil “Crazy” Craver return, along with seven-time competitor Travis Rosen.

Jun 13, 2016

On the Indianapolis course competitors tackle six obstacles including the brand new Floating Steps, Fly Wheels, and Disk Runner. Veteran Ninjas Meagan Martin and Brian Arnold return to represent “The Wolfpack,” while Indianapolis 500 Champion Hélio Castroneves and NASCAR’s Ricky Stenhouse Jr. take on the course for the first time.

Jun 20, 2016

Jun 27, 2016

Jul 11, 2016

American Ninja Warrior Season 8 Finals

Jul 18, 2016

Jul 25, 2016

Aug 1, 2016

Aug 22, 2016

The top 30 competitors from the Philadelphia Qualifier tackle an even more challenging course. The 4 added obstacles are: the Salmon Ladder, Flying Shelf Grab, Pipe Pyramid, and Invisible Ladder. For the first time in ANW history, four women will compete in a City Finals: top female ninjas Michelle Warnky, Rachael Goldstein, Jesse La Breck, and Alyssa Beird take on the course, along with fan-favorites Geoff Britten, Joe Moravsky, Jamie Rahn, and Ryan Stratis.

Aug 29, 2016

ANW travels to Las Vegas where the top competitors from the City Finals tackle the 4-stage course. Competitors take on Stage 1, with 4 new obstacles: Snake Run, Giant Log Grip, Broken Bridge, and Flying Squirrel.

Sep 5, 2016

The National Finals continue in Las Vegas where the top competitors from the City Finals tackle the 4-stage course. Competitors continue to take on Stage 1, with 4 new obstacles: Snake Run, Giant Log Grip, Broken Bridge, and Flying Squirrel.

Sep 12, 2016

Jun 12, 2017

In the first Qualifying Round from Los Angeles, California, competitors must tackle 6 obstacles, including Cannonball Drop and Battering Ram, which are new this season. Ninja veterans Kevin Bull, Flip Rodriguez, and Grant McCartney return for another shot at completing the course.

Jun 19, 2017

In the second Qualifying Round from San Antonio, Texas, competitors face 2 new obstacles: the Spinning Bridge and Sky Hooks. Ninja veterans Kacy Catanzaro, Daniel Gil, and Brent Steffensen return. Newcomers include Indy car driver Conor Daly and Olympic Gold Medalist Jonathan Horton.

Jun 26, 2017

In the Qualifying Round from Daytona Beach, Florida, competitors tackle 6 obstacles including the brand new Rolling Pin and Wingnuts. Veteran Ninja fan-favorites Jessie Graff, Drew Drechsel, and JJ Woods return. NASCAR driver Ben Kennedy also takes on the course for the first time in front of the vibrant, energetic crowd.

Jul 3, 2017

Kansas City, Missouri is the next stop for competitors to give it their all on the obstacle course. Competitors face 6 challenging obstacles in the city qualifier, including 3 new ones: Hang Glider, Broken Pipes, and Crank It Up. Ninja veterans Lance Pekus, Brandon Mears, and Dan Polizzi return, while Olympic decathlete Jeremy Taiwo takes on the course for the first time.

Jul 10, 2017

Cleveland, Ohio hosts the next qualifying round where competitors tackle 2 new obstacles: Razor’s Edge and I-Beam Gap. Cleveland also features the return of last season’s “fantastic four” women – Alyssa Beird, Rachel Goldstein, Jesse “Flex” Labreck, and Michelle Warnky, as well as Ninja veterans Jon Alexis Jr., Mike Bernardo, Joe Moravsky, and Jamie Rahn.

Jul 17, 2017

The Mile High City hosts the final qualifying round where competitors tackle 3 challenging new obstacles: Bouncing Spider, Rail Runner, and Ninjago Roll. Denver features the return of Ninja veterans Jake Murray, Sam Sann, Meagan Martin, and Brian Arnold.

Jul 24, 2017

The top 30 competitors from the Los Angeles Qualifier tackle the City Finals course, which features the Salmon Ladder, Stair Hopper, Swinging Peg Board and Elevator Climb.

Jul 31, 2017

Competitors will face the Salmon Ladder, Hourglass Drop, Elevator Climb and new obstacle Spinball Wizard; veteran ninjas Kacy Catanzaro, Daniel Gil and Brent Steffensen return.

Aug 7, 2017

Contestants tackle obstacles including the Salmon Ladder, Circuit Board, Elevator Climb and new obstacle Giant Cubes.

Aug 14, 2017

The top 30 competitors from the Cleveland city qualifier compete on one of the the world's most challenging obstacle courses.

Aug 21, 2017

The top 30 competitors from Kansas City, Mo., vie for a chance to compete in the national finals.

Aug 28, 2017

The top competitors from the Denver qualifiers compete one more time before the national finals in Las Vegas.

Sep 4, 2017

The season's top competitors compete in the national finals in Las Vegas.

Sep 11, 2017

National finals continue in Las Vegas, where the season's top competitors tackle a four-stage course.

Sep 18, 2017

It's the final night of the National Finals, where the season's best Ninjas tackle the last stages of "Mount Midoriyama."

Mar 11, 2018

Sean Bryan, Drew Drechsel, Joe Moravsky and Najee Richardson represent Team USA against top athletes from Asia, Europe and Latin America in a battle for worldwide ninja domination.

May 17, 2018

Top ninjas, including Drew Drechsel, Jessie Graff, Najee Richardson and Flip Rodriguez, 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...

May 30, 2018

The new season kicks off with some big changes, including a lower age limit and an 18-foot Mega Warped Wall, as veterans Daniel Gil, Barclay Stockett, Brent Steffensen, Jon Stewart and more join newcomers to take on the qualifying course in Dallas.

Jun 6, 2018

Dinosaurs from “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” invade the course during the Los Angeles qualifier along with a special appearance by the film’s stars, Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. The competition features six obstacles, including the new “Jumper Cables” and “Doorknob Drop.”

Jun 13, 2018

Drew Drechsel, Jessie Graff, Ryan Stratis, Jessica Clayton, Gabe Stewart and more take on the Razor's Edge, Ring Turn and other daunting obstacles as they run to qualify in Miami.

Jun 18, 2018

Jun 25, 2018

A qualifying round in Philadelphia.

Jul 9, 2018

Competitors in the Minneapolis qualifiers face obstacles, including Double Twister and Diamond Dash.

Jul 16, 2018

Jul 23, 2018

Competitors vying for a chance to advance to the national finals face up to 10 obstacles, including Spider Trap and new challenge Fallout.

Jul 30, 2018

Competitors face up to 10 obstacles, including the brand new Crazy Clocks, vying for a chance to advance to the national finals.

Aug 6, 2018

The top 30 competitors from this city’s Qualifying round face an extended, 10-obstacle course including the brand-new “Cane Lane” and the grueling 10th obstacle “Spider Trap.” Ninjas include: Brian Arnold, Jimmy Choi, Jesse “Flex” Labreck, and season 7 champion Isaac Caldiero.

Aug 13, 2018

The top 30 Ninjas from the Philadelphia qualifying round face an even tougher obstacle course, including the “Captain’s Wheel.” Competitors include Najee Richardson, Michelle Warnky, Allyssa Beird, Jamie Rahn and Chris Wilczewski.

Aug 20, 2018

The top 30 competitors from this city’s Qualifying round face an extended, 10-obstacle course, including a brand-new obstacle called “The Hinge.” Ninja veterans taking to the course include Meagan Martin, Joe Moravsky, Jake Murray, and Lance Pekus.

Aug 27, 2018

From Las Vegas.

Sep 3, 2018

The season's top competitors must tackle eight obstacles to advance to stage two.

Sep 10, 2018

Competitors who conquered stage 1 move on to stage 2, in the hope of advancing to stages 3 and 4. Finalists vie to win a cash prize of $1 million and the title of “American Ninja Warrior.” New this year, the ninja who goes the farthest walks away with the “last ninja standing” prize of $100,000.

Jan 27, 2019

Drew Drechsel, Jesse Labreck, Mathis "The Kid" Owhadi, Najee Richardson and Barclay Stockett represent Team USA against top athletes from Europe and Australia in a battle for worldwide ninja domination.

May 26, 2019

Iconic obstacles get super-sized as top competitors and fan-favorites from Season 10 face off in a high-octane skills competition featuring Wicked Wingnuts, Striding Steps and a record-setting attempt on the four-story Super Salmon Ladder.

May 29, 2019

Ninjas take on six challenging obstacles, including two new ones: Walk the Plank and Spring Forward; in a new twist to the qualifying rounds, the two fastest finishers take on the Power Tower for a chance to advance straight to the National Finals.

Jun 5, 2019

Last season's "last ninja standing," Drew Drechsel, and former New England Patriot Tyrone Poole are among the notable competitors who will face Atlanta's challenging obstacles, including Off the Hook and Ferris Wheel, which are both new this year.

Jun 12, 2019

Jun 24, 2019

The competition heads to Seattle/Tacoma for the first time, as Jessie Graff, Meagan Martin, Lance "Cowboy Ninja" Pekus, Sean Bryan and more competitors face up to six challenging obstacles, including the new Lunatic Ledges and Barrel Roll.

Jul 3, 2019

Competitors, including Najee Richardson, Joe Moravsky, Allyssa Beird, Captain NBC Jamie Rahn, Chris Wilczewski, face up to six challenging obstacles that include Dangerous Curves and Hazard Cones, which are new to the course this year.

Jul 8, 2019

In the final city qualifying round, competitors including Jesse Labreck, Grant McCartney, Ethan Swanson, Michelle Warnky, Mike Bernardo, 98 Degrees band member Drew Lachey and more face up to six challenging obstacles, including the new Sling Shot.

Jul 15, 2019

Competitors including Flip Rodriguez and Adam Rayl face up to 10 obstacles; in a new twist to the City Finals, the two fastest finishers take on the Power Tower for a chance at a safety pass, which provides a second chance at the National Finals.

Jul 22, 2019

Jul 29, 2019

Aug 5, 2019

Aug 12, 2019

Aug 19, 2019

Aug 26, 2019

Sep 2, 2019

Sep 9, 2019

Sep 16, 2019

Jan 26, 2020

Sep 1, 2020

Iconic obstacles get supersized as the best competitors face off in the high-octane Skills Competition, featuring the Big Dipper, Fearsome Ferris Wheel and Striding Steps; plus, three all-star teams compete in a competition relay race.

Sep 7, 2020

Ninjas face up to 6 challenging obstacles, including the new Weight For It, Ring Chaser, and Rib Run, in addition to fan favorites Shrinking Steps, Slingshot, and the iconic Warped Wall.

Sep 14, 2020

In the second round of Qualifying, ninjas including Jesse "Flex" Labreck, Abel Gonzalez, Jamie "Captain NBC" Rahn and Daniel Gil face up to six challenging obstacles, including Ring Chaser and Rib Run, which are new to the course this year.

Sep 21, 2020

In the third round of Qualifying, ninjas including Jessie Graff, Najee Richardson, Michelle Warnky and Adam Rayl face up to six challenging obstacles, including the high-flying Beehive, which is new to the course this year.

Oct 5, 2020

Ninjas face up to 6 challenging obstacles, including Off the Hook, Spinning Bridge, and the new Sideways, in addition to the fan favorite Spider Climb and the iconic Warped Wall. Ninjas include Meagan Martin, Joe Moravsky, Tiana Webberley, Michael Torres, and The Cowboy Ninja Lance Pekus.

Oct 12, 2020

Ninjas face up to 10 obstacles, including the new head-spinning Corkscrew and mechanical Clockwork, plus fan favorites such as the Salmon Ladder and the Warped Wall. Ninjas include Daniel Gil, Jesse Labreck, Sandy Zimmerman, Jody Avila, and Grant McCartney.

Oct 21, 2020

Ninjas face up to 10 brutal obstacles, including the dizzying Corkscrew, the Salmon Ladder, and the Dungeon. Ninjas include Jessie Graff, Najee Richardson, Joe Moravsky, and Meagan Martin.

Oct 28, 2020

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.

Nov 6, 2020

The remaining ninjas take their shot at the 10-obstacle Finals course. The top 8 then compete in a playoff bracket where they race head-to-head on the Power Tower for a $100,000 prize.

May 9, 2021

Twelve elite female competitors battle across two daunting courses. The Top 4 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.

May 31, 2021

Season 13 begins with a new generation of ninjas taking on the course in Tacoma, Wash., at the famed Tacoma Dome. For the first time, competitors as young as 15 compete in round one of Qualifiers where the ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles.

Jun 7, 2021

The qualifiers continue with the ninjas facing up to 6 challenging obstacles, including the Shrinking Steps, Weight for It, Split Decision, Tipping Point, V Formation, and the iconic Warped Wall.

Jun 21, 2021

The qualifiers continue with ninjas facing up to 6 challenging obstacles, including the new Air Surfer and Pretzel Twist in addition to the iconic Warped Wall.

Jun 28, 2021

The Qualifiers continue at the Tacoma Dome with a new generation of ninjas taking on the course. For the first time, 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.

Jul 12, 2021

The qualifiers come to a close with ninjas facing up to 6 challenging obstacles, including the new Tilt A Whirl.

Jul 19, 2021

The 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.

Aug 9, 2021

The Semifinals continue in Los Angeles where ninjas will face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including new obstacle Padlock. For Split Decision, ninjas must choose between an upper body and balance obstacle.

Aug 16, 2021

The Semifinals continue from Los Angeles where ninjas face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including new obstacle Drop Zone.

Aug 23, 2021

The Semifinals conclude as ninjas face up to 10 obstacles. For Split Decision, ninjas must choose between an upper-body and balance obstacle. The top 2 competitors face off on the Power Tower where the winner earns a Safety Pass for the National Finals.

Aug 30, 2021

The finals return to Las Vegas where the ninjas face up to 8 super-sized obstacles. Competitors are given the choice between a grueling upper-body obstacle or a riskier balance obstacle in their run.

Sep 6, 2021

The National Finals continue in Las Vegas where the ninjas face up to 8 super-sized obstacles. In Split Decision, the ninjas decide between a grueling upper-body obstacle or a riskier balance obstacle in the hopes of securing their spot in Stage 2.

Sep 13, 2021

The National Finals conclude 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.

May 8, 2022

Twelve female ninjas battle across 2 daunting courses with the top 4 finishers advancing to race head-to-head on the Power Tower for the $50,000 prize.

May 30, 2022

Jun 6, 2022

Qualifying rounds begin in San Antonio as the ninjas face four new obstacles plus the Warped Wall.

Jun 13, 2022

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 that ends with the Warped Wall.

Jun 20, 2022

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 that ends with the Warped Wall.

Jun 27, 2022

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 in addition to the iconic Warped Wall.

Jul 11, 2022

The qualifying rounds conclude in San Antonio 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.

Jul 18, 2022

The 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 on the Power Tower for a Safety Pass.

Jul 25, 2022

The semifinals continue in Los Angeles where the competing ninjas face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including new obstacles Hopscotch and Box Office; the two fastest ninjas will face off on the Power Tower for a Safety Pass.

Aug 1, 2022

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 two fastest ninjas will face off on the Power Tower for a Safety Pass.

Aug 8, 2022

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.

Aug 15, 2022

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.

Aug 22, 2022

The 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.

Aug 29, 2022

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.

Sep 5, 2022

Ten ninja families compete relay-style on a six-obstacle course in teams consisting of three family members; the top four teams face off in a Power Tower tournament, but only one family will be crowned American Ninja Warrior Family Champions.

Jun 5, 2023

The qualifying rounds begin in L.A. with ninjas from across the country taking on the world’s most challenging obstacle course. Competitors as young as 15 return to take on veterans and will have a chance to face an even taller Mega Warped Wall.

Jun 12, 2023

Qualifying rounds continue in Los Angeles on the world's most challenging obstacle course; new obstacle Kite Surfer makes its debut, and the final spot in the semifinals for each round will be determined by all-new head-to-head runoff races.

Jun 19, 2023

Qualifying rounds continue in Los Angeles on the world's most challenging obstacle course; new obstacle The Cubes makes its debut, and the final spot in the semifinals for each round will be determined by all-new head-to-head runoff races.

Jun 26, 2023

The qualifying rounds continue in Los Angeles with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course; competitors as young as 15 return to take on veterans and have a chance to face a taller Mega Warped Wall.

Jul 10, 2023

The qualifying rounds continue in Los Angeles with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course; competitors as young as 15 return to take on veterans and have a chance to face a taller Mega Warped Wall.

Jul 17, 2023

The qualifying rounds continue in Los Angeles with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course; competitors as young as 15 return to take on veterans and will have a chance to face a taller Mega Warped Wall.

Jul 24, 2023

The qualifying rounds continue in Los Angeles with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course; competitors as young as 15 return to take on veterans and will have a chance to face a taller Mega Warped Wall.

Jul 31, 2023

The semifinals continue in Los Angeles, where the competing ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles and race head-to-head for a spot in the national finals.

Aug 7, 2023

The semifinals continue in Los Angeles, where the competing ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles and race head-to-head for a spot in the national finals.

Aug 14, 2023

The semifinals wrap up in Los Angeles, where the competing ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles and race for a spot in the national finals.

Aug 21, 2023

The National Finals begin in Las Vegas as the remaining competitors move on to Stage 1 for their chance to win $1 million and become the next American Ninja Warrior.

Aug 28, 2023

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.

Sep 4, 2023

The national finals continue in Las Vegas as the remaining competitors move on to Stages 2 and 3 for their chance to win $1 million and become the next American Ninja Warrior.

Sep 11, 2023

The national finals conclude in Las Vegas as the remaining ninjas compete in Stages 3 and 4, and a $1 million winner is crowned as the next American Ninja Warrior.

Sep 18, 2023

Ninja couples compete relay-style on an extreme obstacle course in teams of two with one being crowned the next American Ninja Warrior Couples Champion.

May 12, 2024

The spotlight shines on the incredible achievements and indomitable spirit of female competitors who refuse to be held back by obstacles, both on and off the course. With heart-pounding action and inspirational stories, this episode promises to captivate audiences and showcase the power of determination and perseverance.

May 27, 2024

Twelve elite ninja couples compete together on the world’s most challenging obstacle course with the winners taking home the coveted title of this year’s couple’s champion.

Jun 3, 2024

The qualifying rounds begin in L.A. with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course. The competition returns bigger than ever with two unique qualifying courses and a chance at the Mega Warped Wall.

Jun 10, 2024

The qualifying rounds continue in L.A. with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course. The competition is bigger than ever with two new qualifying courses and a chance at the Mega Warped Wall.

Jul 1, 2024

The qualifying rounds continue in L.A. with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course. The competition is bigger than ever with two different qualifying courses and a chance at the Mega Warped Wall.

Jul 8, 2024

The qualifying rounds continue in L.A. with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course. The Mega Warped Wall returns and head-to-head runoff races determine the final spot moving forward to Semifinals.

Jul 15, 2024

The qualifying rounds in L.A. conclude with ninjas from across the country taking on the world's most challenging obstacle course. The Mega Warped Wall returns and head-to-head runoff races determine the final spot moving forward to Semifinals.

Jul 22, 2024

The Semifinals begin in Los Angeles where the competing ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles and race head to head for a spot in the National Finals.

Aug 12, 2024

The Semifinals continue in Los Angeles as the competing ninjas race head to head for a spot in the National Finals and face up to six challenging obstacles.

Aug 19, 2024

The National Finals begin in Las Vegas as the remaining competitors compete in Stage 1 for their chance to win $1 million and become the next American Ninja Warrior.

Aug 26, 2024

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.

Sep 2, 2024

The national finals continue in Las Vegas as the remaining ninjas move on to Stages 2 and 3 for their chance to win $1 million and become the next American Ninja Warrior.

Sep 9, 2024

The National Finals conclude in Las Vegas as the remaining ninjas compete in Stage 3 and 4 for their chance to win $1 million and become the next American Ninja Warrior.

Jun 2, 2025

Qualifying rounds begin in Las Vegas on the world's most challenging obstacle course. The competition returns bigger than ever by bringing back trailblazers, record-setters, and fan-favorite competitors from the last 16 seasons.

Jun 9, 2025

Qualifiers continue in Las Vegas with a special "How to Train Your Dragon" episode; dragons Toothless and Stormfly join the ninjas, and the film's star, Mason Thames, joins Matt and Akbar in the booth.

Jun 16, 2025

Qualifying rounds continue in Las Vegas on the world's most challenging obstacle course; the top 20 athletes of the night will advance to the semifinals.

Jun 23, 2025

Qualifying rounds continue in Las Vegas on the world's most challenging obstacle course; the top 20 athletes of the night advance to the semifinals.

Jun 30, 2025

Qualifying rounds continue in Las Vegas on the world's most challenging obstacle course; the top 20 athletes of the night advance to the semifinals.

Jul 7, 2025

Qualifying rounds conclude in Las Vegas on the world's most challenging obstacle course; the top 20 athletes of the night advance to the semifinals.

Jul 14, 2025

The semifinals begin in Las Vegas, where the ninjas take on a longer course featuring 10 iconic obstacles from the past; the fastest will advance to the national finals and compete in head-to-head races.

Jul 21, 2025

The semifinals continue in Las Vegas, where the ninjas take on a longer course featuring 10 iconic obstacles from the past; the fastest will advance to the national finals and compete in head-to-head races.

Jul 28, 2025

The semifinals conclude in Las Vegas where the ninjas take on a longer course featuring 10 iconic obstacles from the past; the fastest advance to the national finals and compete in head-to-head races.

Aug 4, 2025

The finals begin in Las Vegas as the remaining ninjas go head-to-head in side-by-side races with the fastest advancing in the competition; athletes face six iconic obstacles including Shrinking Steps, Swinging Frames and the legendary Salmon Ladder.

Aug 11, 2025

The finals continue in Las Vegas as the remaining ninjas go head-to-head in side-by-side races with the fastest advancing in the competition; athletes face six iconic obstacles including Pole Grasper, Floating Monkey Bars and Piston Plunge.

Aug 18, 2025

The finals continue in Las Vegas as the remaining ninjas go head-to-head in high-stakes, side-by-side races with the fastest advancing in the competition; 32 athletes compete in a new bracket-style tournament to determine the next champion.

Aug 25, 2025

The finals conclude in Las Vegas where the nation's top ninjas go head-to-head in high-stakes, side-by-side races; a new bracket-style tournament crowns the next American Ninja Warrior champion, earning them the grand prize of $250,000.

Sep 1, 2025

Sixteen elite female ninjas compete on the world's toughest obstacle course with head-to-head races deciding this year's women's champion.

Jun 8, 2026

Ninjas from the western region kick off the qualifiers in Las Vegas for a spot in the all-new regional finals; hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila, along with co-host Zuri Hall, select their Fastest Pick of the Night.

Jun 15, 2026

The western region qualifying rounds continue in Las Vegas as ninjas compete for a spot in the all-new regional finals; hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila, along with co-host Zuri Hall, select their fastest pick of the night.

Jun 22, 2026

The new Regional Finals begin as ninjas from the Western Region compete for a spot in the National Finals. The "Tripleheader,' a supersized three-lane racecourse, debuts, where ninjas go head-to-head-to-head in high speed, side by side races.

Jun 29, 2026

The eastern region qualifying rounds begin in Las Vegas as ninjas compete for a spot in the all-new regional finals; hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila, along with co-host Zuri Hall, select their fastest pick of the night.