American Ninja Warrior

10 Best Episodes of American Ninja Warrior - Season 11

The heart-racing obstacle-course competition of ultra-athletes questing for a shot at the fabled Mt. Midoriyama. This American version of the Japanese show Sasuke (aka Ninja Warrior) televises a series of qualification courses across the nation, with the top contenders going to Las Vegas for the finals on the 4-stage "Mt. Midoriyama" obstacle course.In earlier seasons the show was a proving ground to find (and train) American athletes to send to Japan to compete in the original Sasuke tournaments.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 06, 2023.

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American Ninja Warrior - S11E11

#15 - Baltimore City Finals (Season 11 - Episode 11)

Competitors, including Joe Moravsky, Najee Richardson, Allyssa Beird, and more, face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including the new “Angry Birds.”

The episode was rated 7.74 from 61 votes.

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#14 - Los Angeles City Qualifiers (Season 11 - Episode 1)

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Ninjas take on 6 challenging obstacles, including 2 new ones: “Walk the Plank” and “Spring Forward.” In a new twist to the city qualifying rounds, the 2 fastest finishers take on the new Power Tower for a chance to advance straight to the National Finals in Las Vegas.

The episode was rated 7.76 from 88 votes.

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#13 - Seattle/Tacoma City Qualifiers (Season 11 - Episode 4)

ANW brings the competition indoors for the first time ever in Seattle’s Tacoma Dome for the City Qualifying Round. Competitors face up to 6 challenging obstacles, including the new “Lunatic Ledges” and “Barrel Roll.”

The episode was rated 7.83 from 69 votes.

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#12 - Seattle/Tacoma City Finals (Season 11 - Episode 10)

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Competitors, including Jessie Graff, Lance “The Cowboy Ninja” Pekus, Meagan Martin, Sean Bryan, and more, face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including the new “Northwest Passage.”

The episode was rated 7.83 from 64 votes.

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#11 - Las Vegas National Finals Night 2 (Season 11 - Episode 14)

The second half of the finalists battle stage 1, including Jessie Graff, Grant McCartney, Drew Drechsel, and Mathis “The Kid” Owhadi.

The episode was rated 7.85 from 68 votes.

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#10 - Oklahoma City City Qualifiers (Season 11 - Episode 3)

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Competitors include Barclay Stockett, Mathis Kid Owhadi, Daniel Gil, and Olympian Jonathan Horton, who each face up to 6 challenging obstacles including the new “Diving Boards” and “Coconut Climb.”

The episode was rated 7.89 from 70 votes.

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#9 - Atlanta City Finals (Season 11 - Episode 8)

Competitors, including Drew Drechsel, Jessica Clayton, Travis Rosen, and more, face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including the new “Up for Grabs.”

The episode was rated 7.92 from 72 votes.

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#8 - Oklahoma City City Finals (Season 11 - Episode 9)

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Competitors including Daniel Gil, Barclay Stockett, The Kid, and more face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including the new “Snap Back.”

The episode was rated 7.94 from 69 votes.

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#7 - Las Vegas National Finals Night 3 (Season 11 - Episode 15)

The remaining 28 competitors take on stage 2 at the national finals where 6 obstacles await, including the new “Giant Walk the Plank,” “Snap Back,” and “Grim Sweeper.”

The episode was rated 7.95 from 66 votes.

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#6 - Atlanta City Qualifiers (Season 11 - Episode 2)

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Competitors include last season’s “Last Ninja Standing” Drew Drechsel and former New England Patriot Tyrone Poole, who each face up to 6 challenging obstacles, including the new “Off the Hook” and “Ferris Wheel.”

The episode was rated 7.96 from 75 votes.

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#5 - Las Vegas National Finals Night 1 (Season 11 - Episode 13)

The first night of a 4-week TV event where the season’s top competitors attempt to conquer the world’s toughest obstacle course. Stage 1 features 8 obstacles that must be completed in less than 2.5 minutes, including the new “Roulette Row” and “Diving Boards.”

The episode was rated 7.99 from 75 votes.

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#4 - Cincinnati City Finals (Season 11 - Episode 12)

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Competitors, including Grant McCartney, Jesse “Flex” Labreck, Michelle Warnky, and more, face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including the new “Slam Dunk.”

The episode was rated 8.00 from 69 votes.

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#3 - Los Angeles City Finals (Season 11 - Episode 7)

Competitors, including Flip Rodriguez and Adam Rayl, face up to 10 obstacles, including the new “Leaps of Faith.” In a new twist to the City Finals, the 2 fastest finishers take on the new Power Tower for a chance to win a "safety pass" that provides a second chance on the National Finals course after a fall on stage 1 or 2.

The episode was rated 8.11 from 71 votes.

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#2 - Baltimore City Qualifiers (Season 11 - Episode 5)

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Competitors, including Najee Richardson, Joe Moravsky, Allyssa Beird, Captain NBC Jamie Rahn, and Chris Wilczewski, face up to 6 challenging obstacles, including the new “Dangerous Curves” and “Hazard Cones.”

The episode was rated 8.13 from 60 votes.

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#1 - Las Vegas National Finals Night 4 (Season 11 - Episode 16)

This season’s best ninjas face stage 3, which features 7 daunting obstacles. Will any succeed and take on stage 4?

The episode was rated 8.37 from 71 votes.

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