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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!

Worst episode
S1E6 Episode 6
5.519 votes
Best episode
S11E16 Las Vegas Finals Night 4
8.832 votes
Top season
Season 9
7.9avg
Binge time
12d 0h
267 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    American Ninja Warrior Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    5.5/10(19 votes)

    S1:E6

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Ninja Warrior Season 4 Episode 16 - Southeast Regional Qualifying Round (1)
    6.0/10(23 votes)

    S4:E16

    Athletes and everyday people compete for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Ninja Warrior Season 3 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    6.1/10(22 votes)

    S3:E8

    Day 4 of boot camp in the California mountains.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. American Ninja Warrior Season 18 Episode 12 - National Finals 3
    5.8/10(14 votes)

    S18:E12

    The competition continues on the third night of the national finals; the remaining ninjas from across the country face off in a series of races with the hope of being crowned champion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. American Ninja Warrior Season 12 Episode 1 - Qualifier 1
    6.3/10(31 votes)

    S12:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. American Ninja Warrior Season 15 Episode 8 - Semifinals 1
    6.2/10(20 votes)

    S15:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. American Ninja Warrior Season 4 Episode 8 - Northeast Regional Qualifying Round (2)
    6.3/10(24 votes)

    S4:E8

    Athletes from the Northeast compete.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. American Ninja Warrior Season 15 Episode 10 - Semifinals 3 & 4
    6.0/10(14 votes)

    S15:E10

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. American Ninja Warrior Season 2 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    6.2/10(18 votes)

    S2:E7

    Day 3 of boot camp in the mountains of California.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. American Ninja Warrior Season 18 Episode 10 - National Finals 1
    6.2/10(18 votes)

    S18:E10

    The national finals kick off with the top 60 athletes competing in head-to-head races as they attempt to become American Ninja Warrior champion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. American Ninja Warrior Season 18 Episode 11 - National Finals 2
    6.1/10(15 votes)

    S18:E11

    More ninjas take on the course as the national finals continue; the remaining competitors from across the country face off in a series of electrifying races with the hopes of being crowned ANW champion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. American Ninja Warrior Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    6.2/10(17 votes)

    S2:E5

    Boot camp on Day 1.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. American Ninja Warrior Season 4 Episode 7 - Northeast Regional Qualifying Round (1)
    6.4/10(24 votes)

    S4:E7

    Athletes from the Northeast compete.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. American Ninja Warrior Season 5 Episode 19 - Las Vegas Finals - Stage 1 Part 3
    6.3/10(19 votes)

    S5:E19

    The top finishers from the regional finals face a course modeled after Mount Midoriyama in Japan. Competitors try stage 1.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. American Ninja Warrior Season 15 Episode 9 - Semifinals 2
    6.3/10(18 votes)

    S15:E9

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. American Ninja Warrior Season 11 Episode 15 - Las Vegas Finals Night 3
    6.4/10(22 votes)

    S11:E15

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. American Ninja Warrior Season 4 Episode 14 - Midsouth Regional Qualifying Round (2)
    6.4/10(21 votes)

    S4:E14

    Competitors from the Midsouth region.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. American Ninja Warrior Season 5 Episode 4 - Baltimore Qualifying Part 2
    6.4/10(21 votes)

    S5:E4

    Conclusion. A qualifying round in Baltimore features obstacles such as the Downhill Jump, Prism Tilt, Swing Jump and Circle Cross.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. American Ninja Warrior Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    6.3/10(17 votes)

    S2:E3

    The qualifying round in Venice Beach, Cal., ends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. American Ninja Warrior Season 4 Episode 6 - Midwest Regional Finals
    6.5/10(26 votes)

    S4:E6

    The top 30 qualifiers compete for a chance to move on to the national finals and tackle a harder course in hope of getting the $50,000 prize.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. American Ninja Warrior Season 5 Episode 11 - Baltimore Finals Part 1
    6.4/10(20 votes)

    S5:E11

    Part 1 of 2. Participants compete in the Baltimore finals. The course features 10 obstacles, including the Rumbling Dice and Body Prop.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. American Ninja Warrior Season 3 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    6.5/10(23 votes)

    S3:E7

    Day 3 of boot camp in the California mountains.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. American Ninja Warrior Season 3 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    6.5/10(22 votes)

    S3:E5

    Day 1 of boot camp in the California mountains.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. American Ninja Warrior Season 4 Episode 18 - Southeast Regional Finals
    6.5/10(21 votes)

    S4:E18

    The top 30 Southeast finishers compete on a more challenging course..

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. American Ninja Warrior Season 4 Episode 2 - Southwest Qualifying Round (2)
    6.6/10(28 votes)

    S4:E2

    People from the Southwest compete for a chance at the world's most difficult obstacle course.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 6" is the worst rated episode of American Ninja Warrior. It scored 5.5/10 from 19 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on December 19, 2009. This episode scored 0.5 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Southeast Regional Qualifying Round (1)".

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