American Ninja Warrior

The action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world's most difficult obstacle courses in city qualifying and finals rounds across the country. Those that successfully complete the course in each city will move on to the national finals round in Las Vegas where they face a stunning four-stage course modeled after the famed Mt. Midoriyama, based on the Japanese television series "Sasuke." Competitors vie for a chance to win a cash prize of 500,000 dollars and the title American Ninja Warrior. Season five begins as the first 60 competitors from across the west coast face the Venice Qualifying Round for a chance to take on the World's Most Difficult Obstacle Course.

This two-hour episode features the second half of the qualifying round held in Venice Beach, California. Competitors must tackle six obstacles in the qualifying round and on this course they face four brand new obstacles including the Frame Slider, Domino Hill, Chain Swing and Flying Nun Chucks. Returning fan favorites in Venice include parkour enthusiasts Kyle Cochran and Brent Steffensen. Competitors vie for a chance to win a cash prize of 500,000 dollars and the title "American Ninja Warrior."

Baltimore, the northernmost qualifying city, introduces four brand new obstacles--the Downhill Jump, Prism Tilt, Swing Jump and Circle Cross. Will Maryland athletes prove they have what it takes to conquer the course?

Competitors in Baltimore, the northernmost qualifying city, continue to tackle the four brand new obstacles--the Downhill Jump, Prism Tilt, Swing Jump and Circle Cross as they vie for the American Ninja Warrior title.

Miami athletes bring the heat for the first qualifying round in their region. Competitors will tackle four brand new obstacles in the course--the Utility Pole Slider, the Balance Bridge, the Slider Jump and the Monkey Peg.

The qualifying round in Miami continues as competitors struggle to tackle the four brand new obstacles in the course--the Utility Pole Slider, the Balance Bridge, the Slider Jump and the Monkey Peg.

The fourth and final qualifying round, held in Denver, Colorado, features the highest elevation to date! Competitors are challenged with six obstacles, four of which are new this year, as well as the threat of thin air. Some of the best skiiers and rock climbers reside in Denver, making this a competitive region. In the first half of Denvers tryouts, we see 2 female athletes try their luck--including one Olympic gymnast! Also, don't miss veteran Paul Kasemir's stunning performance on the course.

The fourth and final qualifying round, held in Denver, Colorado, comes to a close! In the second half of Denver's tryouts, competitors continue to face six obstacles, four of which are new this year, as well as the threat of thin air.

Venice finals kick off with the return of the dreaded Salmon Ladder. The infamous climbing obstacle has dashed the hopes of countless competitors with its emphasis on upper-body strength, hand-eye coordination and pin-point muscle control. In addition, brand new obstacles The Rope Maze, The Cliffhanger and Spider Climb have been added to confound veterans and newbies alike in a hellacious remake of the Venice course. However, several strong competitors have advanced including "American Ninja Warrior" legend David Campbell, tuxedo Speedo-wearing Dan Mast and the fleet-footed Jesse La Flair. Just one run stands between four-time finalist Campbell and his opponents from reaching Las Vegas and Mt. Midoriyama. See who has what it takes to scale The Spider Climb and continue their dream!

In the second half of the Venice Finals, only the top finalist will continue to move on to Vegas. The first female to compete in the Venice semi-finals, Jessie Graff hopes that her stuntwoman skills will lead her to Vegas. Then, 26-year-old Lance Pekus, a rancher from Idaho looks to make the finals as well--but will his cowboy hat be his lucky accessory or will it be a distraction? Plus, former gymnast JB Douglas takes to the course to see if he can put his talents to good use. He also has an inspirational story on how he helps kids. Find out if that inspiration transcends into his sprint to the finish line!

Travel back to Baltimore, Maryland for part one of the finals course where competitors tackle ten obstacles, including brand new obstacles the Rumbling Dice and Body Prop. There are 30 athletes that passed through the qualifying course and will have to prove themselves once again in order to earn a trip to Las Vegas.

The second half of the Baltimore, Maryland finals kick off where competitors tackle ten obstacles, including brand new obstacles the Rumbling Dice and Body Prop. There are 30 athletes that passed through the qualifying course and will have to prove themselves once again in order to earn a trip to Las Vegas. Find out if 25-year-old children's performer Jamie Rahn, also known as Captain NBC, has enough grip strength and a fan base to get him through the course. Also, 26-year-old rookie and weatherman Joe Moravsky starts out through the course very quickly--but is he seasoned enough to finish? Lastly, rookie and younger brother of a veteran competitor, Brian Wilczewski, tries to show everyone that he is better than his brother!

Travel back to Miami for the first half of the finals course where southeast competitors tackle ten obstacles in addition to brand new ones--The Ledge Jump and The Rolling Steel.

The second half of the Miami finals kick off where southeast competitors continue to tackle ten obstacles in addition to brand new ones--The Ledge Jump and The Rolling Steel.

Travel back to Denver where the top 30 competitors are matched up against each other in the finals. Plus, The Grip Hang makes its harrowing return to the course.

The top 30 competitors are matched up against each other in part two of the Denver finals. Plus, will the athletes face their demise when they tackle The Grip Hang?

85 athletes take on 23 obstacles on 4 stages in Las Vegas' Mount Midoriyama for a chance to be the first American Ninja Warrior. However, it's not going to be an easy task. On stage one, the Jumping Spider will give every competitor trouble. They need to keep their focus in order to get through the obstacle. Adam Grossman, an engineer, comes close to touching the water--but does he make it through the Jumping Spider? Then, 29-year-old Philadelphia artist Travis Weinand takes his chance at the course, but when the clock starts to wind down, can he rush to finish? Also, a rookie moves through stage one like he is a professional.

It's the second half of stage one of the National Finals! Athletes from across the country meet in America's playground, Las Vegas, for the fiercest competition yet. Hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbaja-Biamila follow 60 contestants racing to be the next America Ninja Warrior. Contenders will be tested in strength, endurance and strategy to move on to the second stage of the National Finals in hopes of winning 500,000 dollars! The obstacles show no mercy, as no American has ever conquered the entire course. Check it out!

Only the toughest athletes out of the 60 that compete in Stage 1 will move on to Stage 2 in the Las Vegas Finals at Mount Midoriyama. Many of the competitors in the first batch had a tough time on The Jumping Spider. Tonight, we will see if that same obstacle brings defeat once again. In this episode, cattle rancher Lance Pekus joins us with a new addition to his family! Can Lance get through the challenging course for his newborn daughter? Then, emergency room doctor and rookie Noah Kaufman, who was taken down by The Salmon Ladder in the city finals, takes to the course. His mission is to try his best--and be a little less cocky about it this go around. Also, the gladiator spartan, William Brown, dons a new costume for good luck. And lastly, Jessie Graff, a stuntwoman, who is known for her trademark chicken outfit, looks to compete with the boys after receiving the wild card!

It's Stage Two of the finals at Mt. Midoriyama! With six obstacles, trouble is sure to come and The Salmon Ladder is back--but harder this time around! Will this obstacle once again be a hazard for the contestants? Stage Two overall seems to give the taller athletes a harder time. Rookie weatherman, Joe Moravsky, who was relatively unknown before the Baltimore Finals, comes out to show that he is worthy of competing. Each of the rookies show up with increased determination to get through the course--but Travis Rosen, a father of three who has never made it past Stage Two in his four years of competing, looks to have a great shot out of the gate this year!

In the season finale, the mythical Mt. Midoriyama Stage 4 hangs in the balance as the remaining athletes fight to beat veteran Brent Steffensen's Stage 3 record. But they'll also have to go toe-to-toe with the record holder himself. The remaining competitors head into the challenge knowing far too well that no American has ever made it past Stage 3--and if they manage to complete the entire course, they'll be taking home the prize money of 500,000 dollars. But will Brent defend his title, or will rookie Noah Kaufman take it with ease? Or perhaps the oldest remaining athlete Travis Rosen or the world champion tumbler Casey Finley will snatch it up. Find out if an American will finally advance to Stage 4 and gain the title of the American Ninja Warrior!