FOX Announces Return Of “Fear Factor”
After many years away, FOX has announced that “Fear Factor” is coming back with a new look and new host, it’s also going by the working title of “Fear Factor: The Next Chapter”.
“Jackass” star Johnny Knoxville is going to be hosting the new show, which will be bigger, bolder and more daring. Dropped into an unforgiving, remote location, a group of strangers will live together under one roof, and face mind-blowing stunts, harrowing challenges and a twisted game of social strategy where trust is fleeting – and fear is a weapon. Only one contestant will conquer all their fears and walk away with the massive grand prize!
The iconic reality competition Fear Factor is coming back bigger, bolder and more daring. Dropped into an unforgiving, remote location, a group of strangers will live together under one roof, and face mind-blowing stunts, harrowing challenges and a twisted game of social strategy where trust is fleeting – and fear is a weapon. Only one contestant will conquer all their fears and walk away with the massive grand prize!
Michael Thorn, President of FOX Television Network, said in a statement regarding the new show:
“Johnny Knoxville is the champion of fearless entertainment. His wild sense of humor, unmatched ability to push boundaries and take on the extreme makes him the perfect fit to lead this bold new reinvention of Fear Factor.”
Sharon Levy, Chief Executive Officer, Endemol Shine North America, added:
“When you reimagine a series as legendary as Fear Factor, you need a host who is the epitome of daring charisma and spectacle, and that’s Johnny Knoxville personified. We’ll be pushing fear and social strategy to places that will redefine reality competition, which makes Johnny the perfect host for what will be a wild, unforgettable ride, and we’re beyond excited to see him unleash all the fear (and the fun) on our contestants and our viewers.”
“Fear Factor: The Next Chapter” (WT) is produced by Endemol Shine North America, a Banijay Americas company. Kevin Lee will serve as executive producer, along with Endemol Shine North America’s Sharon Levy, Michael Heyerman and Sean Loughlin. The reimagined series is based on the original format, Fear Factor, created by Endemol Shine Netherlands. Fear Factor is internationally renowned, with 32 adaptations.
The series is set to premiere in the 2025-2026 season on FOX, and due to a multi-year overall deal, new shows will also be released on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ in the United States.
FOX has also announced that casting for the upcoming series is now open for people of all ages (18+) who are ready to face their fears and prove fear is not a factor! Casting is open to U.S. and Canadian residents.
Roger’s Take: I remember watching “Fear Factor” many years ago and enjoyed it, so bringing it back for a new generation should be interesting, though it’ll be interesting to see how far they can push contestants, since pushing boundaries is going to be much harder than it used to be.
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