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American Ninja Warrior
Action, Sports · 2009 · Rated 6.7/10
Last aired: S18 E13, National Finals 4 · 2026-08-31
American Ninja Warrior is an action-packed series that follows competitors as they tackle a series of challenging obstacle courses in both qualifying and finals rounds across the country. Those that successfully complete a course in their designated region move on to the national finals round in Las Vegas, where they face a stunning four-stage course modeled after the famed Mt. Midoriyama in Japan.
Season 18
E1
Western Regional Qualifying 1
2026-06-08 · 120 min
Ninjas from the Western Region compete in the qualifiers for a spot in the all-new Regional Finals. Hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila select their Fastest Pick of the Night.
E2
Western Regional Qualifying 2
2026-06-15 · 120 min
The Western Regional 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.
E3
Western Regional Finals
2026-06-22 · 120 min
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 as ninjas go head to head to head in side-by-side races.
E4
Eastern Regional Qualifying 1
2026-06-29 · 120 min
The Eastern Regional 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.
E5
Eastern Regional Qualifying 2
2026-07-06 · 120 min
The Eastern Regional 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.
E6
Eastern Regional Finals
2026-07-13 · 120 min
The Regional Finals begin as ninjas from the Eastern Region compete for a spot in the National Finals. The Tripleheader, a supersized three-lane racecourse, makes a return as ninjas go head-to-head-to-head in high speed, side-by-side races.
E7
Central Regional Qualifying 1
2026-07-20 · 120 min
An all-new group of ninjas enters the competition as the Central Regional Qualifying rounds begin in Las Vegas with an updated obstacle course. Hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila, along with co-host Zuri Hall, select their Fastest Pick of the Night.
E8
Central Regional Qualifying 2
2026-07-27 · 120 min
A new group of ninjas from the Central Region hits the course as the Qualifying Rounds come to a close in Las Vegas. The hosts select their Fastest Pick of the Night.
E9
Central Regional Finals
2026-08-03 · 120 min
It's all or nothing as the remaining Central Region ninjas compete for a spot in the National Finals. Round 1 features two new obstacle courses, followed by the Tripleheader, pairing the fastest ninjas as they go head-to-head-to-head.
E10
National Finals 1
2026-08-10 · 120 min
The National Finals kick off with the top 60 athletes competing in head-to-head races as they attempt to become American Ninja Warrior champion.
E11
National Finals 2
2026-08-17 · 120 min
More ninjas take on the course as the National Finals continue. The remaining competitors from across the country face off in a series of electrifying races with the hopes of being crowned ANW champion.
E12
National Finals 3
2026-08-24 · 120 min
The competition continues on the third night of the National Finals. The remaining ninjas from across the country face off in a series of races with the hopes of being crowned champion.
E13
National Finals 4
2026-08-31 · 120 min
It's down to the wire on the last night of the National Finals where only one ninja can be crowned champion. The top four women competitors vie for the title in a new bonus women's tournament.
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Matt Iseman
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