Ninja Warrior (known in Japan by the name Sasuke) is a Japanese TV show where 100 individuals try to complete four obstacle courses, each one harder than the last. In 2007 G4 TV announced their of American Ninja Challenge. The network was one of the first to bring the show to the states and to a completely new audience. The challenge includes a grand prize trip to Japan to compete in Sasuke's 19th challenge. Applications sent in videos for consideration and winners were selected via an Internet poll. Colin Bell and Brett Sims were both selected however failed to complete the course.
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Fast Facts
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Debut
September 26, 1997 in Japan; October 3, 2006 in U.S.
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Number of Seasons
20
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Fact:
Special competition Kunoichi is the female version of Ninja Warrior
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Fact:
Only 2 men and 1 woman out of 1,800-plus have succeeded on all 4 levels
