CBS reality show lands in Hong Kong

HONG KONG, 3 March 2025: CBS’s Emmy Award-winning reality competition series The Amazing Race is set to debut in Hong Kong on 5 March, bringing viewers an action-packed adventure through one of the world’s most dynamic and visually stunning cities. 

The upcoming season will showcase Hong Kong’s breathtaking skyline, rich cultural heritage and electrifying urban landscape as contestants navigate the city’s fast-paced environment in a race to win the USD1 million dollar prize.

The Amazing Race host Phil Keoghan and a traditional Chinese opera singer greet contestants at the West Kowloon Cultural District in Hong Kong. Photo Credit Kit Karzen CBS.

“Hong Kong is delighted to host the season premiere of one of the most successful reality competition series in television history as they race worldwide.”

The Amazing Race will incorporate a series of challenges exclusive to Hong Kong, highlighting its blend of East and West. Viewers will be on the edge of their seats, cheering on their favourite teams as they sprint and navigate challenges while testing their endurance and their relationships with their teammates. 

Dubbed the “season of surprises,” season 37 features its most enormous cast in history, adding new twists and challenges like the “Fork in the Road,” where teams must choose which direction and route they will take to the Pit Stop, which could lead to significant consequences or advantages.

“Hong Kong is delighted to host the season premiere of one of the most successful reality competition series in television history as they race worldwide,” said Hong Kong Tourism Board Executive Director Dane Cheng. “The destination will play a starring role, and we can’t wait for viewers at home to follow along on their journey to uncover Hong Kong’s diverse offerings—from stunning greenery views to rich cultural traditions. The city will test contestants’ strategic thinking, teamwork and adaptability, as Hong Kong is known for its rapid pace, innovative spirit and unparalleled energy with surprises at every turn.”

Viewers must wait until 5 March to see which iconic spots the teams will race through, including legendary sites like Victoria Harbour, flanked by one of the world’s tallest skyscrapers.

The Amazing Race airs on CBS on 5 March 5 (9:30-11:00 PM, ET/PT), and streams on Paramount+*.

For more information on Hong Kong, please visit www.discoverhongkong.com.

About The Amazing Race
The Amazing Race is a multiple Emmy Award-winning reality series hosted by Emmy Award-nominated host Phil Keoghan, where two teams embark on a trek around the world. At every destination, each team must compete in a series of mental and physical challenges, and only when the tasks are completed will they learn of their next location. Teams that are the farthest behind will gradually be eliminated as the contest progresses, with the first team to arrive at the final destination winning The Amazing Race and the USD1 million prize.

*Paramount+ with Showtime subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live, but will have access to on-demand the day after the episode airs.

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