Get ready for The Amazing Race to sprint into the fall TV lineup. The new cycle — frequently searched as “Amazing Race 2025” and “Amazing Race Season 38” — features a Big Brother twist, a European kickoff, and some first-ever gameplay surprises. Here’s your quick guide to the Amazing Race cast, premiere details, and where to stream.
When does Season 38 premiere?
Special premiere: Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025 (9:00–10:30 p.m. ET/PT) on CBS.
Regular time: Wednesdays starting Oct. 1 (9:30–11:00 p.m. ET/PT).
Streaming: Episodes stream on Paramount+ (live for Premium subscribers; on-demand the next day for Essential subscribers).
What’s new this season?
- Starting city: Amsterdam (pre-race task happens before teams even line up).
- Early twist: First team to finish that task earns an Express Pass; last place gets a Hazard penalty.
- Route highlights: Challenges in Prague and Budapest, plus a skydive nearly 13,000 feet over Romania.
Details via the CBS/Paramount Press Express announcement.
Why are Big Brother players on The Amazing Race?
Season 38 is a reality-TV mash-up: every team includes at least one former Big Brother houseguest racing with a loved one. Check out Entertainment Weekly’s reveal for the full slate of alumni. EW: Season 38 cast reveal.
Meet the 13 Teams (Season 38 Cast)
The official team list and bios are provided by CBS.
| Team | Relation | Hometown(s) | BB Alum (Season) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angela & Lexi Murray | Mother/Daughter | Syracuse, UT / Las Vegas, NV | Angela (BB26) |
| Hannah & Simone Chaddha | Sisters | Washington, DC / Los Angeles, CA | Hannah (BB23) |
| Izzy Gleicher & Paige Seber | Engaged | New York, NY | Izzy (BB25) |
| Jack & Chelsie Baham | Father/Daughter | Rancho Cucamonga, CA | Chelsie (Winner, BB26) |
| Jack & Enzo Palumbo | Brothers | Marlton, NJ / Bayonne, NJ | Enzo (BB12, BB22) |
| Jas & Jag Bains | Brothers | Omak, WA | Jag (Winner, BB25) |
| Joseph & Adam Abdin | Brothers | Palm Beach, FL / Miami, FL | Joseph (BB24) |
| Kat Dunn & Alex Romo | Dating | Dallas, TX | Kat (BB21) |
| Kristine & Rubina Bernabe | Sisters | Los Angeles, CA | Rubina (BB26) |
| Kyland Young & Taylor Hale | Dating | Los Angeles, CA | Kyland (BB23), Taylor (Winner, BB24) |
| Megan & Matt Turner | Newlyweds | Providence, RI | Matt (BB24) |
| Natalie & Stephanie Negrotti | Sisters | New York, NY / Kauai, HI | Natalie (BB18) |
| Tucker & Eric Des Lauriers | Brothers | Brooklyn, NY / Boston, MA | Tucker (BB26) |
Host & Episode Count
Host: Phil Keoghan returns to guide the globe-trotting competition.
Format: Classic two-person teams racing for $1 million, with eliminations at Pit Stops along the route. (CBS)
How to watch The Amazing Race (2025)
- Live: CBS on Thursdays (premiere) and Wednesdays (regular slot).
- Streaming: Paramount+ (Premium live; Essential next-day on demand).
- Catch-up & extras: Look for cast galleries and team intros on EW, plus photo roundups from outlets covering the reveal.
Note: Schedule and streaming availability are subject to change; always confirm the latest listings in your local guide or CBS app.
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