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Season 1 – Fear Factor: House of Fear

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Dropped into an unforgiving, remote location, a group of strangers live together under one roof, and face mind-blowing stunts, harrowing challenges and a twisted game of social strategy where trust is fleeting -- and fear is a weapon. Only one contestant conquers all their fears and walks away with the massive grand prize.
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Andi Zeisler Salon.com Feb 7
The joyless slog of the challenges thus far gives “House of Fear” the grim vibe of a “Squid Game” level-up. In fact, the only person who seems to be enjoying the whole thing is Knoxville, for whom “Fear Factor” is a steep downgrade. Go to Full Review Andy Dehnart Reality Blurred Jan 24
...the premiere kept falling apart and crumbling every time I tried to grab onto something, like I was trying to climb a rope ladder made from dehydrated yak intestines. The only thing that popped for me was Johnny Knoxville. Go to Full Review Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media Jan 20
2/5
The predictable game show features all the gross and dangerous stunts the franchise is known for. Go to Full Review Dustin Rowles Pajiba Jan 16
It turns fear into something utterly banal and prioritizes alliances, backstabbing, and gameplay over the stunts, which was the only thing the original Fear Factor had going for it. Go to Full Review Joel Keller Decider Jan 14
We like Fear Factor: House Of Fear for the stunts, as gross as they can get, and for Knoxville’s gleefully sadistic hosting. The house stuff is superfluous, but the episodes still move quickly enough for us to enjoy. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Gus C @Gschas 4d Great show. Johnny Knoxville is perfect as the host of Fear Factor. Highly recommended. See more Steven V @RT35753195 Apr 2 Johnny Knoxville is a perfect addition to this show I love the refreshed version of House Of Fear, the strategy seems to make the entire thing way more exciting. It feels like it keeps up more with the modern era of reality tv and gives it higher stakes. I had a blast and I can’t wait for the special on May 14th as well as the next season See more Pete C @Walrus Mar 30 I love Knoxville he is the absolute best part of this. They need someone better to pick contestants. They did the thing where they got some of the most dull or annoying people as they did on the original but your stuck with them for 10 hours instead of one. There were far too many physical challenges making it unsurprising when many of the strongest made it to the end. Overall fun watch but towards the end it was a slog because most of the people I didn't like. See more Steven F. @SteveGotScored Mar 29 Honestly Johnny Knoxville is a fantastic host for the new Fear Factor! See more Andy M @RT20228542 Mar 24 The original Fear Factor was awesome. This remake with all the reality TV bulls*** is annoying and takes away from the show. Trying to watch a bunch of whiny adults was painful. I struggled through 3 episodes and had to call it quits. See more Justin D. @JustinDavis Mar 18 Knoxville is a great host and the challenges arent afraid to push the limits. Love it See more Read all reviews
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Johnny Knoxville

Host

Kevin Lee

Executive Producer

Anthony Carbone

Executive Producer

Sharon Levy

Executive Producer

Michael Heyerman

Executive Producer

Sean Loughlin

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 11, 2026 Sealed Fates The pressure quickly builds with the first challenge: being sealed inside airtight bags; a face-off between a coal miner and a cheerleader leads to a shocking end game. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 21, 2026 Wrecking Ball Fears of fire and of heights push players to the edge -- as the women of Fear House target their top enemy. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 28, 2026 Stuck Players are buried alive in a claustrophobic challenge; a favorite fights for her show life against a hissing boa constrictor. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 4, 2026 The Main Drag Eleven remain in a game of horse dragging, dumpster diving and revenge. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 11, 2026 The Deep A terrifying water challenge threatens to drown competitors in their own fears. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 25, 2026 Pain Auction Contestants bid on how much punishment they can take; no one is safe from elimination in a truly sick pie-eating contest. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 4, 2026 Walk the Plank Jayleen prepares to walk a 120-foot-high plank blindfolded to take her nemesis out; the end game serves up maggot-infested cheese and a painful obstacle course. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 11, 2026 Human Claw A warped game of human claw machine brings the final seven face-to-face with hungry snakes and squeaking rats. Details Episode 9 Aired Mar 18, 2026 Short Circuit In the shocking semi-finals, alliances are tested and strategies shift after Johnny reveals a first-ever double elimination; a painful electrocution challenge puts four players at risk; the sky-high end game sends someone away in an ambulance. Details Episode 10 Aired Mar 25, 2026 The Final Endgame The final four face their fear of drowning and biting fish; the two finalists go head-to-head in a race that includes leaping between speeding semi-trucks to win the $200,000 prize. Details Episode 11 Airs May 14 48 Hours of Fear -- Part One Six new players must carry darkling beetles in their mouths, endure a spelling bee while covered by bees and wear shock collars all night to stay awake. Details Episode 12 Airs May 21 48 Hours of Fear -- Part Two Five sleep-deprived contestants push through another 24 hours of tarantulas, needles, electrocution and a disgusting sushi showdown that pushes one contestant over the edge; a harrowing game of ATV chicken to decides who wins the $50,000 grand prize. Details
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Season Info

Executive Producer
Kevin Lee, Anthony Carbone, Sharon Levy, Michael Heyerman, Sean Loughlin
Network
Fox
Rating
TV-14 (L|V)
Genre
Reality
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 11, 2026