How to watch ‘The Challenge’ season 39 premiere: Time, TV, free live stream

'The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion'

“The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion” is returning Wednesday, October 25 at 8 p.m. on MTV.

A new season of “The Challenge” is set to air on CBS on Wednesday, October 25 (10/26/2023) at 8 p.m. ET.

In the season 39 premiere of “The Challenge,” Following a lively and soaking evening in the arena, the participants receive news that they must work as a united team. As they transition to their shared residence, connections start to develop among them.

How can I watch “The Challenge” for free?

Cord cutters can sign up for Philo (free trial)fuboTV (free trial), or DirecTV Stream (free trial) to stream the episode live.

Cable subscribers can log in on MTV.com with their cable credentials to stream the episode for free.

What are the differences between the streaming services?

Philo is a live TV streaming service focused on entertainment channels like MTV, Paramount Network, Discovery and more. It offers 60+ channels for the budget-friendly price of $25 per month. It has unlimited DVR, and can be streamed on all your favorite app-enabled devices. Right now, you can try Philo free for 7 days.

FuboTV is a live TV streaming service focused on live sports, including U.S. and international soccer, the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and more. It also includes its own fubo Sports Networks with exclusive programming. It offers 150 channels starting at $74.99, including 1,000 hours of DVR, and streams on most devices. Right now you can try fuboTV free for 7 days.

DirecTV Stream is comparable to FuboTV, as it provides similar channels and functionalities. Their basic package, priced at $74.99 per month with a free trial, includes just over 75 live TV channels. You can explore all of DirecTV Stream’s channel packages on their website.

What is “The Challenge” about?

According to MTV, “In the ruthless world of The Challenge, this newest group of non-champion, next-gen players must work together to win the grand prize -- but it’s still anyone’s game.”

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