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S5.E1 ∙ Venice Qualifying Part 1

Sat, Jun 29, 2013

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!

7.2 /10

S5.E2 ∙ Venice Qualifying Part 2

Sun, Jun 30, 2013

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."

6.9 /10

S5.E3 ∙ Baltimore Qualifying Part 1

Sat, Jul 06, 2013

The northernmost qualifying city introduces four brand new obstacles.

7.6 /10

S5.E4 ∙ Baltimore Qualifying Part 2

Sun, Jul 07, 2013

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.

6.9 /10

S5.E5 ∙ Miami Qualifying Part 1

Sat, Jul 13, 2013

Miami athletes bring the heat for the first qualifying round in their region.

7.4 /10

S5.E6 ∙ Miami Qualifying Part 2

Sun, Jul 14, 2013

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.

7.8 /10

S5.E7 ∙ Denver Qualifying Part 1

Sat, Jul 20, 2013

The final qualifying round, in Denver, Colorado, features the highest elevation to date!

7.1 /10

S5.E8 ∙ Denver Qualifying Part 2

Sun, Jul 21, 2013

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.

7.9 /10

S5.E9 ∙ Venice Finals Part 1

Sat, Jul 27, 2013

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!

7.1 /10

S5.E10 ∙ Venice Finals Part 2

Sun, Jul 28, 2013

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!

7.3 /10

S5.E11 ∙ Baltimore Finals Part 1

Sat, Aug 03, 2013

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.

6.9 /10

S5.E12 ∙ Baltimore Finals Part 2

Sun, Aug 04, 2013

7.7 /10

S5.E13 ∙ Miami Finals Pt. 1

Sat, Aug 10, 2013

Travel back to Miami for the first half of the finals course.

7.5 /10

S5.E14 ∙ Miami Finals Pt. 2

Sun, Aug 11, 2013

The second half of the Miami finals kick off.

7.6 /10

S5.E15 ∙ Denver Finals Pt. 1

Sat, Aug 17, 2013

Travel back to Denver where the top 30 competitors once again tackle The Grip Hang.

7.7 /10

S5.E16 ∙ Denver Finals: Part 2

Sun, Aug 18, 2013

The top 30 competitors in Denver continue to tackle The Grip Hang.

7.8 /10

S5.E17 ∙ National Finals: Stage 1 - Part 1

Sat, Aug 24, 2013

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.

7.2 /10