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The Challenge1998–Present

41 seasons646 episodesTV-14
Peak Buzz Score
Dec 10, 2020 – Jan 8, 2021
11.1Good
#749 all-time TVTop 27%
Current Buzz Score
On June 16, 2026
1.1Quiet
#646 on TVTop 24%

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The Challenge
About

The Challenge

The Challenge is a popular reality TV show that pits contestants against each other in a series of physical and mental challenges. With each season, contestants are pushed to their limits as they compete for cash prizes and the title of ultimate champion. The show combines elements of competition, strategy, and drama, as alliances are formed and rivalries are born. Viewers can expect thrilling competitions, intense drama, and unexpected twists and turns in every episode.

Status
Active
First aired
1998
Seasons
41
Episodes
646
Runtime
42 min
Rating
TV-14
Streaming
HuluParamount Plus PremiumParamount Plus EssentialParamount Plus Apple TV Channel
Links
r/MtvChallengeX@TheChallengeWikipediaOfficial site
Daily update · June 16, 2026

The Challenge ranks #646 most popular TV show with a Buzz Score of 1.1. It peaked at #749 of all time (Dec 10 – Jan 8, 2021). It ranks #430 over the past 365 days.

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Popularity Rankings & History

Current and historical popularity rankings

Ranks on June 16, 2026

Overall, network, and genre
#646
TV
#5
MTV
#33
Reality

Ranking History

Peak, 1-year, and top-chart days
Peak Buzz Score
11.1
#749Overall rank
Dec 10 – Jan 8, 2021
1-Year Buzz Score
2.0
#430Overall rank
Last 365 days
Days at #1
0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
0
Past 365 days
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Audience Signals

Some of the public activity behind the Buzz Score on June 16, 2026
Reddit
160,727
members+25
𝕏X
365,849
followers-6
Wikipedia
1,207
page views
Torrents
#393
rank
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Seasons

Average Buzz Score by season

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Season
Avg Buzz
1
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Season 36·Wed, Dec 9, 2020·21 eps
11.1Good
#100+
2
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Season 35·Wed, Apr 1, 2020·18 eps
6.4Good
#100+
3
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Season 37·Wed, Aug 11, 2021·21 eps
5.0Good
#100+
4
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Season 40·Wed, Aug 14, 2024·21 eps
3.9Good
#100+
5
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Season 39·Wed, Oct 25, 2023·21 eps
3.8Good
#100+
6
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Season 38·Wed, Oct 12, 2022·21 eps
3.5Good
#100+
7
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Season 41·Wed, Jul 30, 2025·21 eps
2.4Quiet
#100+
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Top Cast

Most popular The Challenge cast members by current Buzz Score on June 16, 2026
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#1
Marlon Wayans
as Self - Guest
4.7
#2
Glen Powell
as Self - Guest
4.0
#3
Rachel Campos-Duffy
as Self
0.7
#4
Gabby Allen
as Self
0.2
#5
Lolo Jones
as Self
0.1
#6
Eric Nies
as Self
0.1
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