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The Challenge

TV1998 – Present41 seasons646 episodes eps
MTV#4Reality#40
TV Rank
May 18, 2026
#676
Most popular TV show
Buzz Score
May 18, 2026
1.1
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The Challenge
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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
Rankings
#676All TV#4MTV#40Reality
Links
r/MtvChallengeX@TheChallengeWikipediaOfficial site
Daily update · May 18, 2026

The Challenge ranks #676 most popular TV show with a Buzz Score of 1.1. It peaked at #740 of all time (Dec 10 – Jan 8, 2021). It ranks #413 over the past 365 days.

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Popularity Rankings & History

Current and historical popularity rankings

Ranks on May 18, 2026

Overall, network, and genre
#676
TV
#4
MTV
#40
Reality

Ranking History

Peak, 1-year, and top-chart days
Peak Buzz Score
11.1
#740Overall rank
Dec 10 – Jan 8, 2021
1-Year Buzz Score
2.1
#413Overall 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 May 18, 2026
Reddit
160,013
members+26
Wikipedia
1,315
page views
Torrents
#385
rank
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Average Buzz Score by season

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The ChallengeS36
Wed, Dec 9, 2020 · 21 eps
11.1
#100+
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The ChallengeS35
Wed, Apr 1, 2020 · 18 eps
6.4
#100+
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The ChallengeS37
Wed, Aug 11, 2021 · 21 eps
5.0
#100+
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The ChallengeS40
Wed, Aug 14, 2024 · 21 eps
3.9
#100+
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The ChallengeS39
Wed, Oct 25, 2023 · 21 eps
3.8
#100+
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The ChallengeS38
Wed, Oct 12, 2022 · 21 eps
3.5
#100+
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The ChallengeS41
Wed, Jul 30, 2025 · 21 eps
2.4
#100+
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Top Cast

Most popular The Challenge cast members by current Buzz Score on May 18, 2026
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#1
Glen Powell
as Self - Guest
5.9
#2
Marlon Wayans
as Self - Guest
3.0
#3
Rachel Campos-Duffy
as Self
2.8
#4
Gabby Allen
as Self
0.3
#5
Lolo Jones
as Self
0.3
#6
T.J. Lavin
as Self - Host
0.1
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