After nearly a decade of absence, the legendary reality show Fear Factor – where contestants face daring, scary and adrenaline-filled challenges – will officially return to the small screen in January 2026. And this time, the new “captain” of the show is none other than Johnny Knoxville, the famous star from the Jackass series, who is known as Hollywood’s “fearless man”.
According to information from the producer, the 2026 version of Fear Factor will be “completely upgraded” – with more adventurous challenges, more modern cinematic effects, and especially extreme psychological situations to test the true limits of humans. The show promises to combine action and survival elements and the quintessential Knoxville entertainment – both crazy and funny, but still keeping the core spirit of overcoming fear to conquer yourself.
Johnny Knoxville shared at the premiere:
“I’ve spent my career doing things that normal people would never do. Fear Factor is where I get to see other people do it — and I can’t wait to see who’s brave enough to step up to the next challenge.”
First launched in 2001 and hosted by Joe Rogan, Fear Factor has become an icon of reality television, attracting millions of viewers worldwide. The new version promises to take the show to new heights, where modern technology, cinematic staging and “no-holds-barred” spirit meet.
Viewers can watch the new season of Fear Factor begin airing in January 2026 on NBC and its accompanying streaming platforms.
Get ready — because fear is coming back, and Johnny Knoxville will be the one to flip the switch!
