The WORST episodes of The Challenge: USA

Every episode of The Challenge: USA ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The Challenge: USA!

For the first time in “Challenge” history, reality titans from the CBS universe will compete in the most unpredictable and demanding game of their lives. With an ever-changing game, players will be in a constant state of paranoia, unable to trust anyone but themselves. The CBS all-stars from SURVIVOR, BIG BROTHER, THE AMAZING RACE and LOVE ISLAND will compete on THE CHALLENGE: USA this summer on the CBS Television Network for a chance to join the upcoming THE CHALLENGE: GLOBAL CHAMPIONSHIP, streaming on Paramount+.

Last Updated: 11/5/2024Network: CBSStatus: Ended
The Riskiest Season Yet
star
7.11
47 votes

#1 - The Riskiest Season Yet

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/10/2023

18 CBS reality titans are shocked to learn that they will be competing amongst six legendary MTV Challenge veterans. Strategy is turned on its head when TJ introduces a new twist that will put multiple players at risk at the first elimination.

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The Treason for the Season
star
7.22
40 votes

#2 - The Treason for the Season

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 10/12/2023

With the final close, one player must face their greatest fear in a terrifying challenge. Then, a double elimination forces allies to turn on each other and leads one player to consider a shocking betrayal before the most brutal elimination yet.

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Blurred Battle Lines
star
7.29
41 votes

#3 - Blurred Battle Lines

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/13/2023

After the first contestant is out of the game, a new alliance is formed to target a Challenge veteran, while a power shift in the game has others focused on revenge. After a difficult water challenge, romance blossoms between two teammates.

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Home of the Brave
star
7.29
51 votes

#4 - Home of the Brave

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/14/2022

The remaining players fight to secure spots in the fast-approaching Final. Who will survive the brutal conditions and TJ's twists and turns to earn the Challenge USA crown and $500,000?

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Enemy of the State
star
7.33
39 votes

#5 - Enemy of the State

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/14/2023

As the individual game heats up, Challenge vet Tori wants to cool things down with her showmance with Sebastian - but he's got other ideas. Also, Michaela sets her sights on a fellow Survivor player she feels could be a threat to her game.

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Nevertheless She Persisted
star
7.35
55 votes

#6 - Nevertheless She Persisted

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/31/2022

A vengeful player looks for payback after being sabotaged in the challenge. The reveal of a secret alliance turns the game upside down.

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Slippery Business
star
7.35
40 votes

#7 - Slippery Business

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/28/2023

Michaela's sudden decision to target a fellow alliance member leaves Chanelle and Desi to question if she has their best interests at heart. Also, Michele finds herself in the middle between two alliances, ultimately betraying one of them.

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A Civil War
star
7.39
59 votes

#8 - A Civil War

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/10/2022

The Challengers scramble for power in the wake of a shocking blindside. A pair of underdogs must choose between creating more chaos or playing it safe.

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The Pursuit of Glory
star
7.42
40 votes

#9 - The Pursuit of Glory

Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 10/19/2023

Eight competitors remain to compete in a grueling two-day final challenge where only one man and one woman will split the $500,000 grand prize. While some are fighting for their elusive first championship, others are out for redemption and pride.

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Double Crossed and Sideswiped
star
7.46
41 votes

#10 - Double Crossed and Sideswiped

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/20/2023

Host TJ Lavin reveals a shocking double elimination leaving the Challengers scrambling to win a high-stakes, adrenaline filled semi-truck challenge to ensure their survival in the game.

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Revenge Amongst the Ruins
star
7.48
42 votes

#11 - Revenge Amongst the Ruins

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 10/5/2023

When an unexpected winner emerges from the challenge ruins, tables are turned and all alliances scramble to navigate this new power dynamic. Tempers flare and lines are drawn for against one player after a last minute voting decision.

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Declarations of Independence
star
7.49
67 votes

#12 - Declarations of Independence

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/20/2022

While some alliances are growing in strength, others are starting to fall apart. A powerful duo starts to raise suspicions in the game, while a pair of newly mismatched Challengers' lack of team chemistry puts their games in serious danger.

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A Less Perfect Union
star
7.53
47 votes

#13 - A Less Perfect Union

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/21/2023

With the news of another double elimination, the remaining players grapple with tough decisions: betraying friendships or risking elimination. The Survivors navigate the departure of a valued member, and the loss of trust in another.

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A Really Good Looking Underdog
star
7.61
38 votes

#14 - A Really Good Looking Underdog

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/27/2023

The aftermath of "Operation Hat Trick" reverberates through the house when things get heated between two rookie players. Also, the competitors brace themselves for TJ's favorite challenge of the season - trivia, but with a hair-raising twist!

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Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Love
star
7.64
36 votes

#15 - Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Love

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/31/2023

Wes's defection to the blue team jeopardizes two players' position in the game, Tiffany calls out the men for playing a scared game, and Bananas and Wes play cupid as the Tyler and Alyssa S romance continues to blossom.

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The United States of Challenge
star
7.65
83 votes

#16 - The United States of Challenge

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/6/2022

BMX Legend TJ Lavin welcomes 28 competitors from Survivor, Big Brother, The Amazing Race, and Love Island to The Challenge. With old rivalries, new alliances, messy exes, and fractured friendships under one roof, who will be the first eliminated?

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Oh Say Can You See Tiffany
star
7.68
79 votes

#17 - Oh Say Can You See Tiffany

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/13/2022

The Challengers are shocked by TJ's latest twist. A Survivor legend looks to cement their dominance in the game, while a crafty Big Brother player might be proving a little too popular with other Challengers.

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State of the Unions
star
7.68
57 votes

#18 - State of the Unions

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/17/2022

Players find themselves crashing cars while blindfolded in an epic challenge. A scorned competitor looks to sabotage their new partner. TJ serves up a game-changing twist.

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Operation Hat Trick
star
7.72
40 votes

#19 - Operation Hat Trick

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/24/2023

A crush develops between Josh and a Survivor woman, a rift grows among the rookie players, and the Challenge veterans take advantage by coming up with "Operation Hat Trick," resulting in one of the most shocking hopper results of the season.

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Independence Day
star
7.73
55 votes

#20 - Independence Day

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/24/2022

After an explosive twist, a secret alliance makes plans to take control of the game. TJ introduces the Challengers to one of his favorite eliminations, the infamous "Hall Brawl."

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In Tyson We Trust
star
7.79
67 votes

#21 - In Tyson We Trust

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/3/2022

A difficult water-based challenge leaves some players swimming for survival. Whispers in the Compound threaten to destroy a mighty alliance.

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Civil War
star
7.80
41 votes

#22 - Civil War

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/17/2023

With the lines drawn, a Challenge vet turns on one of their own in an act of self-preservation. Also, Big Brother alum Paulie opens up about his journey to live in his truth and is presented with the opportunity to reconcile with a former enemy.

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Liberty and Justice For All
star
7.83
70 votes

#23 - Liberty and Justice For All

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/27/2022

TJ introduces the players to one of his favorite challenges - trivia! A vendetta from the past reignites in the Compound as a challenger seeks the ultimate revenge.

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Pledges of Allegiance
star
7.86
50 votes

#24 - Pledges of Allegiance

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/7/2022

Players must scale a moving semi-truck in one of the most intense and fast-moving challenges of the season. A ruthless player schemes to pit two allies against each other.

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Independence Day
star
7.94
35 votes

#25 - Independence Day

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/7/2023

The game takes a dramatic turn when TJ announces that teams are no more, strategy shifts for several players, and a shocking draw from the hopper forces two ride-or-die allies to go head-to-head in one of the most grueling eliminations yet.

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