An Indianapolis trauma nurse will compete on CBS reality series 'The Summit' this fall

Indianapolis will be represented on a new, high-altitude CBS reality competition series.

"The Summit" challenges 16 participants — without training and preparation, many with no previous climbing experience — to travel through New Zealand's mountainous terrain, strapped with backpacks containing equal shares of $1 million and facing elimination challenges along the way. To win the money, contestants must make it to their destination in just two weeks.

The cast, announced Thursday , includes Dennis Cho, a trauma nurse from Indianapolis.

Here's what to know about "The Summit," which premieres on CBS later this month.

What is the show 'The Summit' about?

Here's how CBS described the show, hosted by actor Manu Bennett , in a news release:

"With their backpacks containing an equal share of $1 million, the group must traverse an exhausting distance in just 14 days in order to win the cash they are carrying. But not everyone will make it, as these strangers must work together to tackle the dangerous terrain, unforgiving Antarctic winds, heart-pounding challenges and gut-wrenching eliminations on their way to the peak. Tracking them along this journey is the 'Mountain’s Keeper' who will surprise the trekkers with brutal twists and force decisions that complicate an already grueling ascent. Morals and relationships will be tested when they must decide what to do if someone falls behind, because if the group fails to reach THE SUMMIT in time, all the prize money will be lost."

Who are the contestants in 'The Summit' 2024?

• Pati Arana, 37, is a barber from Studio City, California
• Dennis Cho, 29, is a trauma nurse from Indianapolis
• Shweta Choudhury, 28, is a corporate strategist from Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Robert Culp, 42, is an educator from Bolingbrook, Illinois
• Dusty Fisher, 28, is a real estate agent from Boise, Idaho
• Jeannie Geyer, 56, is a Trader Joe's employee from Mahopac, New York
• Geoff Green, 28, is a neuroscientist from Sharpsburg, Georgia
• Punkin Jackson, 33, is a member of the Air Force from Columbus, Mississippi
• Bo Martin, 52, is a teacher and coach from Gun Barrel City, Texas
• Rose Mattie, 41, is a stay-at-home mom from Chandler, Arizona
• Nick Morgan, 28, is a vice president of sales from Madisonville, Louisiana
• Therron Pittman, 29, is a server from Van Nuys, California
• Beckylee Rawls, 27, is a construction manager from San Diego, California
• Tony Reyes, 36, is a media director from Austin, Texas
• Amy Stephens, 46, is a bank manager from Edisto Island, South Carolina
• Jennye Stirlen, 37, is a mixed martial arts referee from Cary, North Carolina

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Watch 'The Summit' season preview

How can I watch 'The Summit' on CBS?

A sneak peek series premiere airs Sept. 29 at 9 p.m. ET before the show moves to its regular time beginning Oct. 9 at 9:30 ET.

Can I stream the show on Paramount+?

The show is also available live and on-demand for Paramount+ with Showtime subscribers or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs.

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