The Amazing Race Asia
Series Overview
The Amazing Race Asia is a reality game show based on the American series The Amazing Race. On 17 October 2005, CBS gave other countries the chance to franchise The Amazing Race. The Asian cable TV network AXN Asia was among the first to acquire the rights to produce a version for its territories. The show is produced by Australian television production company ActiveTV, for AXN, in association with Buena Vista International Television-Asia Pacific. The host for the show is Singapore based Chinese-American actor Allan Wu. The ultimate prize is US$100,000, whilst the American show gives away US$1,000,000. The general manager of SPE Networks-Asia which runs AXN, Ricky Ow explained the smaller prize, saying, "It is not really about the money but the adventure and opportunity to be in one of the world's greatest reality shows".
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
Broadcast Syndication
5 Seasons • 59 Episodes
60 min per episode
2006 – 2016
Premiered: Thu, Nov 9, 2006
Latest Aired Episode
Season 5, Episode 10: “Leg 10”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elise Doganieri
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Amazing Race Asia
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What is The Amazing Race Asia about?
The Amazing Race Asia is a reality game show based on the American series The Amazing Race. On 17 October 2005, CBS gave other countries the chance to franchise The Amazing Race. The Asian cable TV network AXN Asia was among the first to acquire the rights to produce a version for its territories. The show is produced by Australian television production company ActiveTV, for AXN, in association with Buena Vista International Television-Asia Pacific. The host for the show is Singapore based Chinese-American actor Allan Wu. The ultimate prize is US$100,000, whilst the American show gives away US$1,000,000. The general manager of SPE Networks-Asia which runs AXN, Ricky Ow explained the smaller prize, saying, "It is not really about the money but the adventure and opportunity to be in one of the world's greatest reality shows".
How many seasons does The Amazing Race Asia have?
The Amazing Race Asia comprises 5 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Amazing Race Asia?
Key cast members in The Amazing Race Asia include Allan Wu.
Who created or directed The Amazing Race Asia?
The Amazing Race Asia was developed and directed by Elise Doganieri.