The Challenge 40: Release date and time, what to expect and more

The Challenge is one of the longest airing reality shows on TV and MTV has announced the 40th season to be released on 14 August at 8 pm ET/PT on MTV's official website and Paramount+.

With a blend of veteran contestants and fresh faces, TJ Lavin will host the show. The 40th season aims to feature twists and turns that will keep both the competitors and the audience on the edge of their seats. The synopsis of the show reads:

“The path to glory is far from easy, as they must first compete at the Era Invitational and eliminate the weakest links from within their own Challenge Era, for only the best will earn a coveted spot on their team. With relentless, new challenges and twists, these seasoned Veterans are perpetually kept on their toes in the game they thought they had mastered."

Dubbed The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras, the new season brings together 40 fan-favorite challengers, in a group of 4, from various seasons to win the cash prize of $1 million. Each contestant will represent their respective era in this battle that spans generations.

Fans can get a sneak peek of the upcoming season when The Challenge 40: Battle for of the Eras: Countdown Begins special airs on 7 August.

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Different eras of The Challenge will clash against each other

In this 40th season, fans can expect to see a diverse and dynamic cast that includes some of the most well-known figures in the show’s history.

From veterans who have become fan-favorite legends in the competition to newer challengers eager to make their mark, the four teams will have 10 contestants each from the past to win the ultimate challenge. Contestants will have to compete at the Era Invitational and eliminate the other contestants within their own Challenge Era so that they can earn a spot on their team.

The contestants include The Challenge veterans Johnny "Bananas" Devenanzio, Leroy Garrett, Cara Maria Sorbello, Chris “CT” Tamburello, Darrell Taylor, and Jordan Wiseley.

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Challenge competitors representing era 1 (Seasons 1-10):

Era 1 of The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras (Image via Instagram/ @thechallenge)

• Tina Barta (8 Challenges)
• Katie Cooley (11 Challenges, 1 win)
• Aneesa Ferreira (17 Challenges)
• Brad Fiorenza (13 Challenges, 1 win)
• Derrick Kosinski (13 Challenges, 3 wins)
• Mark Long (8 Challenges, 2 wins)
• Rachel Robinson (8 Challenges, 2 wins)
• Chris “CT” Tamburello (19 Challenges, 5 wins)
• Darrell Taylor (14 Challenges, 4 wins)
• Jodi Weatherton (5 Challenges, 2 wins)

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Challenge competitors representing era 2 (Seasons 11-20):

Era 2 of The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras (Image via Instagram/ @thechallenge)

• Derek Chavez (5 Challenges)
• Nehemiah Clark (7 Challenges, 1 win)
• Johnny "Bananas" Devenanzio (23 Challenges, 7 wins)
• KellyAnne Judd (7 Challenges)
• Ryan Kehoe (7 Challenges)
• Aviv Melmed (1 Challenge, 1 win)
• Brandon Nelson (6 Challenges)
• Emily Schromm (3 Challenges, 1 win)
• Cara Maria Sorbello (15 Challenges, 2 wins)
• Laurel Stucky (8 Challenges, 2 wins)

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Challenge Competitors representing Era 3 (Seasons 21-30):

Era 3 of The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras (Image via Instagram/ @thechallenge)

• Tori Deal (9 Challenges, 1 win)
• Amanda Garcia (7 Challenges)
• Leroy Garrett (13 Challenges)
• Jonna Mannion (10 Challenges, 2 wins)
• Nia Moore (4 Challenges)
• Tony Raines (7 Challenges)
• Averey Tressler (3 Challenges)
• Devin Walker (7 Challenges, 1 win)
• Cory Wharton (10 Challenges)
• Jordan Wiseley (9 Challenges, 4 wins)

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Challenge Competitors representing Era 4 (Seasons 31-39):

Era 4 of The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras (Image via Instagram/ @thechallenge)

• Paulie Calafiore (4 Challenges)
• Theo Campbell (3 Challenges)
• Kaycee Clark (5 Challenges, 1 win)
• Michele Fitzgerald (4 Challenges)
• Horacio Gutiérrez Jr. (2 Challenges)
• Olivia Kaiser (2 Challenges)
• Josh Martinez (6 Challenges)
• Nurys Mateo (2 Challenges)
• Jenny West (2 Challenges, 1 win)
• Kyland Young (2 Challenges)

Johnny "Bananas" Devenanzi is a seven-time champion who returns to reclaim his title. Joining him is the returning champion CT Tamburello, who won The Traitors season 2 alongside fellow contestant Trishelle Cannatella.

Michele Fitzgerald and Devin Walker are also part of the show who recently announced their budding relationship outside. The reality stars confirmed earlier this month that they are dating when Michele announced it on her Instagram, exclaiming, “That’s my boyfriend."

The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras will premiere on 14 August at 8 pm ET/PT on Paramount+ and MTV's official website. MTV's Official Challenge Podcast hosted by former contestants will accompany the new episodes.