The Contender
Series Overview
A reality television series that follows a group of boxers as they compete with one another in an elimination-style competition, while their lives and relationships with each other and their families are depicted.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
5 Seasons • 67 Episodes
60 min per episode
2005 – 2018
Premiered: Mon, Mar 7, 2005
Latest Aired Episode
Season 5, Episode 12: “Season Finale”
After their arduous journeys, the top two fighters go head-to-head in a battle for the $250,000 prize and the ultimate title of "The Contender"; from the Forum in Los Angeles.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Sylvester Stallone
Self - Boxing Mentor
Sergio Mora
Self
Brent Cooper
Self
Tarick Salmaci
Self
Najai Turpin
Self
Anthony Bonsante
Self
Jimmy Lange
Self
Alfonso Gómez
Self
Joey Gilbert
Self
Ahmad Kaddour
Self
Jeff Fraza
Self
Jonathan Reid
Self
Jesse Brinkley
Self
Juan de la Rosa
Self
Miguel Espino
Self
Ishe Smith
Self
Sugar Ray Leonard
Self
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Burnett
Jeffrey Katzenberg, Sylvester Stallone
Department Leadership Roster
Jeffrey Katzenberg
Producer
Sylvester Stallone
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Contender
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What is The Contender about?
A reality television series that follows a group of boxers as they compete with one another in an elimination-style competition, while their lives and relationships with each other and their families are depicted.
How many seasons does The Contender have?
The Contender comprises 5 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Contender?
Key cast members in The Contender include Sylvester Stallone, Sergio Mora, Brent Cooper, Tarick Salmaci, Najai Turpin.
Who created or directed The Contender?
The Contender was developed and directed by Mark Burnett.