
Top Chef
Top Chef is a popular reality cooking competition television show. The series follows a group of professional chefs as they compete against each other in various culinary challenges. Each week, the chefs are given a specific theme or ingredient that they must turn into a delicious and innovative dish. They are judged by a panel of esteemed culinary experts who critique their technique, creativity, and flavors. The show not only showcases the talents of the chefs, but also offers viewers a glimpse into the high-pressure world of professional cooking.
StatusActive
First airedMar 8, 2006
Streaming

Daily Popularity History
Daily Attention Score for Top Chef
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Audience Signals
Public engagement with Top Chef on November 2, 2026
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Seasons
Average Attention Score by season
First 30 days after each season premiere
#
Season
Avg Score
13
Top Chef
1.9
#100+
14
Top Chef
2.0
#100+
15
Top Chef
1.6
#100+
16
Top Chef
1.7
#100+
17
Top Chef
3.0
#100+
18
Top Chef
2.6
#100+
19
Top Chef
1.9
#100+
20
Top Chef
1.9
#100+
21
Top Chef
2.3
#100+
22
Top Chef
2.0
#100+
23
Top Chef
1.7
#100+
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Top Cast
By Attention Score on November 2, 2026
1
Anthony Bourdain
Self - Judge
13.6
2
Brittany Snow
Herself - Guest Judge
13.0
3
Nigella Lawson
Self - Guest Judge
8.7
4
Emmy Rossum
Herself - Guest Judge
6.2
5
Natasha Richardson
Self - Guest Judge
5.3
6
Kelly Clarkson
Self - Guest Judge
4.2
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