Endurance

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  • 2005
  • 6 Seasons
  • 7.8  (330)

Endurance is an American reality television show that aired on Discovery Kids from November 2002 to October 2008. Hosted by J.D. Roth, the show featured twelve contestants aged between 12 to 15, who were tested physically, mentally, and emotionally as they competed against each other in various challenges in a remote location. The contestants are not just competing for glory, but also for a grand prize of a trip of a lifetime plus $25,000 in cash.

The show premiered in November 2002 with its first season set in the wilderness of Fiji. Over the course of twenty episodes, the contestants were put through a series of grueling challenges, from endurance tests to obstacle courses, designed to test their physical abilities and mental toughness. In between challenges, the contestants had to vote for the MVP (most valuable player) of the day, who was awarded a special prize.

The challenges were not just physical but also mental in nature, with the contestants required to solve riddles and puzzles to progress through the game. The contestants were also divided into teams and had to work together to win challenges, with alliances and backstabbing becoming common tactics as the game progressed.

The second season of Endurance, which aired in October 2003, was set in the high desert of California. This season, the contestants were divided into teams based on their astrological signs, and the challenges were themed accordingly. In addition to the usual endurance tests and obstacle courses, the contestants had to face challenges based on the elements (fire, water, earth, air) and the zodiac signs (Leo, Aries, Pisces, etc).

One of the unique features of Endurance was that the contestants were isolated from the outside world for the duration of the show – no phones, internet, or TV – forcing them to rely on themselves and their teammates for entertainment and support. This led to some emotional moments as the contestants formed close bonds and revealed personal stories and struggles.

Another unique aspect of the show was the elimination process. Rather than being voted off by the other contestants, the losing team had to face the Temple of Fate, where they would compete in a final challenge to determine which teammate would be eliminated. This added an extra layer of drama to the show, as the losing team had to choose which member to sacrifice, knowing that it might harm their chances in future challenges.

Over the course of its six seasons, Endurance took its contestants to various locations around the world, from Hawaii to South Africa to New Zealand. The challenges and themes varied from season to season, but the core of the show – testing young contestants’ physical and mental endurance – remained the same.

Alongside J.D. Roth, the other hosts of Endurance included Julie Dubela, who joined the show in season 2, and Sabrina Lloyd, who took over in season 5. All three hosts brought their own unique style to the show, but they shared a commitment to motivating and supporting the young contestants and making the challenges as fair and exciting as possible.

In conclusion, Endurance was a groundbreaking children’s reality show that tested its young contestants’ physical and mental limits in exotic locations around the world. With its unique challenges, emotional moments, and elimination process, it set the standard for future children’s game shows like Survivor and The Amazing Race.

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Finale, Part 2
13. Finale, Part 2
March 8, 2008
The two remaining teams compete in the Final Mission for pyramid pieces. Then the teams prepare for the Final Temple.
Finale, Part 1
12. Finale, Part 1
March 1, 2008
The two remaining teams, Green and Blue, prepare to compete in the final mission for the remaining pyramid pieces.
Stand Bags
11. Stand Bags
February 23, 2008
The three remaining teams of Blue, Red and Green will compete in the final temple mission. And everyone is caught off guard when JD reveals the final surprising twist of the season as the battle to qualify for the final round begins.
Shark Bait
10. Shark Bait
February 16, 2008
With the Red team handicapped by the samadhi and later discovering the secret Orange-Green alliance, it's now an all out war for the final four to pick two teams to send to the temple.
Island Hopping
9. Island Hopping
February 9, 2008
It's down to the final four teams of Red, Orange, Green and Blue. JD says that things are going to be shaken up today when the teams compete for TWO pyramid pieces and another dreaded Samadhi.
Midseason Recap
8. Midseason Recap
February 2, 2008
Halfway through the season, we take a look back at the events of the season so far.
Weight an Hour
7. Weight an Hour
November 24, 2007
With a Temple Mission looming, one team puts everything on the line to save themselves from going to the Temple of Fate! Friendships are broken as another team is forced to exit the game!
Alliances Uncovered
6. Alliances Uncovered
November 17, 2007
Another Samadhi is up for grabs in today's important Endurance Mission, and every team wants the power to give it away. After the game, tempers flare at the Samadhi ceremony when it is given to one team unexpectedly!
Box Launch
5. Box Launch
November 10, 2007
The six teams play their first Temple Mission. After the challenge, the winning team makes a decision that shakes up the entire game!
Blind Faith
4. Blind Faith
November 3, 2007
With an Endurance Mission to be played, the teams compete for the right to give the dreaded Samadhi.
Mana Kisi
3. Mana Kisi
October 27, 2007
The six teams compete in their most grueling challenge yet, trying to win the right to a mystery prize. Meanwhile, two teams unite to form a secret alliance, while another pair of contestants attempts to work out their differences and unite as one team.
Memory Race
2. Memory Race
October 20, 2007
The official 12 players of Endurance: Fiji play the partner selection game which will determine the six teams that will battle it out to become the next Endurance champions.
End of the Rope
1. End of the Rope
October 13, 2007
Sixteen kids travel to Fiji to begin the sixth season of "Endurance:"
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  • Premiere Date
    October 1, 2005
  • IMDB Rating
    7.8  (330)
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