The 39th season of The Amazing Race premieres on CBS with a two-night event, featuring 13 teams competing across nine countries.
Key facts
- •The winning team of Season 39 will receive a grand prize of $1 million.
- •Phil Keoghan returns as the host for the new season.
- •This is the first season of the series that does not include a stop in the contiguous United States.
- •The premiere event takes place over two nights, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, at 9:30 p.m. PT/ET.
- •The season features 13 teams competing across nine different countries.
The Amazing Race returns for its 39th season, marking the show's 25th anniversary. The competition features 13 teams racing through nine countries, including Morocco, Sri Lanka, Australia, Canada, and Albania. The season premiere is scheduled as a two-night event on Wednesday, Sept. 30, and Thursday, Oct. 1, at 9:30 p.m. PT/ET on CBS. Following the premiere, 90-minute episodes will air weekly on Wednesdays at 9:30 p.m. PT/ET.
By the numbers
Season Highlights and Filming Locations
This season is notable for being the first in the show's history to exclude a stop in the contiguous United States. Host Phil Keoghan highlighted the inclusion of Albania, noting the country's extensive network of Cold War-era underground bunkers. Additionally, the production filmed in Christchurch, New Zealand, which is Keoghan’s hometown. The host had previously committed to bringing the show to the city after its reconstruction following a 2011 earthquake.
Streaming and Broadcast Access
Viewers can watch the series live on CBS or through streaming services that carry the network, including DirecTV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV. Paramount+ also provides access to the show; subscribers with the Premium tier can stream episodes live, while those with the Essential tier can watch them on demand the day after they air. Various promotional offers, such as free trials and bundled subscriptions, are available through providers like DirecTV to facilitate access to the network and Paramount+ content.
Timeline
- 2011An earthquake caused significant destruction in Christchurch, New Zealand.
- Wednesday, Sept. 30The first night of the Season 39 premiere airs on CBS.
- Thursday, Oct. 1The second night of the Season 39 premiere airs on CBS.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Rolling Stone, Hollywood Reporter.
