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The Worst Episodes of American Ninja Warrior

Every episode of American Ninja Warrior ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of American Ninja Warrior!

Follow competitors as they tackle a series of challenging obstacle courses in both city qualifying and city finals rounds across the country. Those that successfully...
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Worst Episodes Summary

"Best of the Midwest" is the worst rated episode of "American Ninja Warrior". It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 7/8/2012. This episode scored NaN points lower than the second lowest rated, "Best of Northeast".

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    #1 - Best of the Midwest

    Season 4 Episode 26 - Aired 7/8/2012

    Competitors face a challenging obstacle course in hope of landing a spot in the finals.

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  • Best of Northeast
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    #2 - Best of Northeast

    Season 4 Episode 27 - Aired 7/8/2012

    Top contenders tackle a challenging obstacle course in hope of moving to the final round.

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  • Best of Northwest
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    #3 - Best of Northwest

    Season 4 Episode 28 - Aired 7/9/2012

    Competitors face a challenging obstacle course in hope of landing a spot in the finals.

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  • Dallas Finals
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    #4 - Dallas Finals

    Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 7/14/2014

    The Top 30 contenders from the Dallas Qualifier compete in the Dallas Finals course, which includes obstacles such as the Salmon Ladder, Swinging Frames, Pole Grasper and Spider Climb.

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  • Best Runs of the Season
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    #5 - Best Runs of the Season

    Season 6 Episode 11 - Aired 8/11/2014

    Highlights from the season focus on the competitors that provided the most impressive or entertaining runs through what many consider to be the world's most difficult obstacle course.

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  • Best Runs of 2015
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    #6 - Best Runs of 2015

    Season 7 Episode 13 - Aired 8/24/2015

    Re-live the best moments from the season so far during this original, jam-packed special chronicling the best runs of this season.

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  • All-Stars Special
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    #7 - All-Stars Special

    Season 9 Episode 17 - Aired 5/17/2018

    Top ninjas, including Drew Drechsel, Jessie Graff, Najee Richardson and Flip Rodriguez, climb, sprint and fly through a special course and supersized obstacles as they compete in crazy feats of strength, skill challenges and a team relay for the ages...

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  • Las Vegas Season Finale
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    #8 - Las Vegas Season Finale

    Season 10 Episode 15 - Aired 9/10/2018

    Competitors who conquered stage 1 move on to stage 2, in the hope of advancing to stages 3 and 4. Finalists vie to win a cash prize of $1 million and the title of “American Ninja Warrior.” New this year, the ninja who goes the farthest walks away with the “last ninja standing” prize of $100,000.

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  • All Stars Skills Special
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    #9 - All Stars Skills Special

    Season 10 Episode 17 - Aired 5/26/2019

    Iconic obstacles get super-sized as top competitors and fan-favorites from Season 10 face off in a high-octane skills competition featuring Wicked Wingnuts, Striding Steps and a record-setting attempt on the four-story Super Salmon Ladder.

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  • USA Vs The World
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    #10 - USA Vs The World

    Season 11 Episode 17 - Aired 1/26/2020

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  • All Stars Skills Challenge Special
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    #11 - All Stars Skills Challenge Special

    Season 11 Episode 18 - Aired 9/1/2020

    Iconic obstacles get supersized as the best competitors face off in the high-octane Skills Competition, featuring the Big Dipper, Fearsome Ferris Wheel and Striding Steps; plus, three all-star teams compete in a competition relay race.

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  • Womens Championship
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    #12 - Womens Championship

    Season 12 Episode 9 - Aired 5/9/2021

    Twelve elite female competitors battle across two daunting courses. The Top 4 finishers advance to race head-to-head on the Power Tower, with the winner taking home $50,000 and becoming the first ever American Ninja Warrior Women’s Champion.

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  • Semifinals 4
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    #13 - Semifinals 4

    Season 13 Episode 9 - Aired 8/23/2021

    The Semifinals conclude as ninjas face up to 10 obstacles. For Split Decision, ninjas must choose between an upper-body and balance obstacle. The top 2 competitors face off on the Power Tower where the winner earns a Safety Pass for the National Finals.

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  • ANW Couple's Special
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    #14 - ANW Couple's Special

    Season 15 Episode 15 - Aired 9/18/2023

    Ninja couples compete relay-style on an extreme obstacle course in teams of two with one being crowned the next American Ninja Warrior Couples Champion.

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  • Women’s Championship
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    #15 - Women’s Championship

    Season 15 Episode 16 - Aired 5/12/2024

    The spotlight shines on the incredible achievements and indomitable spirit of female competitors who refuse to be held back by obstacles, both on and off the course. With heart-pounding action and inspirational stories, this episode promises to captivate audiences and showcase the power of determination and perseverance.

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    #16 - Couples Championship

    Season 15 Episode 17 - Aired 5/27/2024

    Twelve elite ninja couples compete together on the world’s most challenging obstacle course with the winners taking home the coveted title of this year’s couple’s champion.

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  • Episode 6
    5.7/1014 votes
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    #17 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 12/19/2009

    The search is on for 10 Americans who will travel to Japan and show that they have the strength, stamina and the guts to make the ultimate ascent to total victory.

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  • Episode 5
    6.2/1014 votes
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    #18 - Episode 5

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 12/15/2010

    Boot camp on Day 1.

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  • Episode 8
    6.2/1019 votes
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    #19 - Episode 8

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 8/21/2011

    Day 4 of boot camp in the California mountains.

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  • Semifinals 1
    6.2/1014 votes
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    #20 - Semifinals 1

    Season 15 Episode 8 - Aired 7/31/2023

    The semifinals continue in Los Angeles, where the competing ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles and race head-to-head for a spot in the national finals.

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  • Episode 7
    6.3/1015 votes
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    #21 - Episode 7

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 12/22/2010

    Day 3 of boot camp in the mountains of California.

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  • Qualifier 1
    6.3/1028 votes
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    #22 - Qualifier 1

    Season 12 Episode 1 - Aired 9/7/2020

    Ninjas face up to 6 challenging obstacles, including the new Weight For It, Ring Chaser, and Rib Run, in addition to fan favorites Shrinking Steps, Slingshot, and the iconic Warped Wall.

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  • Qualifiers 4
    6.3/1016 votes
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    #23 - Qualifiers 4

    Season 14 Episode 4 - Aired 6/27/2022

    The qualifying rounds continue in San Antonio where Minions have taken over the course and brought the new obstacle Despicaballs; other new obstacles include Shattered Panes and Final Frontier in addition to the iconic Warped Wall.

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  • Semifinals 2
    6.3/1013 votes
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    #24 - Semifinals 2

    Season 15 Episode 9 - Aired 8/7/2023

    The semifinals continue in Los Angeles, where the competing ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles and race head-to-head for a spot in the national finals.

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  • Semifinals 3 & 4
    6.3/1011 votes
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    #25 - Semifinals 3 & 4

    Season 15 Episode 10 - Aired 8/14/2023

    The semifinals wrap up in Los Angeles, where the competing ninjas face up to six challenging obstacles and race for a spot in the national finals.

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