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‘American Ninja Warrior’ Is Returning for Season 18 — What’s New?

LAS VEGAS, AUG 4 – Season 18 introduces a supersized three-lane racecourse and knockout elimination bracket with a $250,000 prize, attracting 23 million viewers this summer, NBC said.

  • NBC has ordered Season 18 of ‘American Ninja Warrior’ just two months after Season 17 aired, continuing the obstacle course competition series.
  • This summer, American Ninja Warrior reached 23 million viewers across NBC and Peacock, averaging 2.64 million same-day viewers, maintaining strong ratings.
  • For Season 18, the show introduces a supersized three-lane racecourse for head-to-head-to-head rounds, with final rounds maintaining a bracket-style format starting Monday night’s episode.
  • Hosts Matt Iseman, Akbar Gbajabiamila and Zuri Hall will return as casting begins for Season 18, filming starts this fall in Las Vegas.
  • As one of NBC’s top unscripted franchises, American Ninja Warrior’s 2025 social views and renewal strengthen its franchise position alongside America’s Got Talent and The Voice.
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‘American Ninja Warrior’ Is Returning for Season 18 — What’s New?

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Variety broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Monday, August 4, 2025.
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