Current Network and Streaming Platform
The Amazing Race airs on CBS in the United States. Episodes are typically available for streaming the next day on Paramount+ with a CBS authentication. The show is produced by CBS Studios and distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution. For the latest official schedule, see the CBS programming page CBS Official Site.
Paramount+ offers next-day streaming of new episodes as part of its base and premium tiers. The platform also hosts past seasons for on-demand viewing. Subscriber numbers for Paramount+ have grown as the service bundles live TV and on-demand content. The service is operated by Paramount Streaming, a division of Paramount Global.
Season Schedule and Air Dates
The show typically premieres in the fall and runs through the spring, with episodes airing on Wednesdays at 8:00 PM ET. The season finale usually airs in May, followed by a reunion special. Exact dates are confirmed by CBS each year during the upfronts and through weekly press releases.
Production timelines often span several months, with filming occurring before the premiere. The race visits multiple continents, and the number of legs varies by season. International filming requires coordination with local film commissions and governments in each visited country.
How to Watch and Set Reminders
Viewers can set reminders through the CBS app, Paramount+ platform, or their television provider’s guide. The CBS website and mobile app provide episode guides, cast bios, and behind-the-scenes content. The show is also available for purchase or rental on digital platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.
For real-time updates, the official Amazing Race social media accounts on X and Instagram post episode previews and cast interviews. The show’s Wikipedia page aggregates episode lists, ratings, and production notes. Nielsen ratings data is published weekly, and the show often ranks among the top non-scripted programs on television.