CBS Announces New Mountain-Climbing Reality Series 'The Summit'

CBS has a new reality show joining the likes of Survivor and Big Brother this fall. And it's as epic as the mountains of the New Zealand Alps. The Summit takes 16 Americans into the mountains with the task of making it to the titular top to earn their share of a final prize up to $1 million. But the challenges along the way will be more than just physical, as their relationships and gameplay are tested to see just how far they'll go.

Here's everything to know about The Summit , including the premiere, concept, and cast.

When does The Summit premiere?

The Summit will air a special sneak peek of its premiere episode on Sunday, September 29 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. An encore then airs in the show's regular day and time on Wednesday, October 2 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.

How does The Summit work?

According to a press release from CBS, "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."

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Who is in the cast for The Summit ?

The cast for The Summit features 16 strangers from different walks of life. According to CBS, "[They] are truly stepping into the unknown, as they did not know what they were signing up for and many of them have no previous climbing or camping experience."

Amy Stephens

Age: 46
Current Residence: Edisto Island, S.C.
Occupation: Bank manager

Beckylee Rawls

Age: 27
Current Residence: San Diego, Calif.
Occupation: Construction manager

Bo Martin

Age: 52
Current Residence: Gun Barrel City, Texas
Occupation: Teacher/coach

Dennis Cho

Age: 29
Current Residence: Indianapolis, Ind.
Occupation: Trauma nurse

Dusty Fisher

Age: 28
Current Residence: Boise, Idaho
Occupation: Real estate agent

Geoff Green

Age: 28
Current Residence: Sharpsburg, Ga.
Occupation: Neuroscientist

Jeannie Geyer

Age: 56
Current Residence: Mahopac, N.Y.
Occupation: Trader Joe’s employee

Jennye Stirlen

Age: 37
Current Residence: Cary, N.C.
Occupation: MMA referee

Nick Morgan

Age: 28
Current Residence: Madisonville, La.
Occupation: VP of sales

Pati Arana

Age: 37
Current Residence: Studio City, Calif.
Occupation: Barber

Punkin Jackson

Age: 33
Current Residence: Columbus, Miss.
Occupation: Air Force

Robert Culp

Age: 42
Current Residence: Bolingbrook, Ill.
Occupation: Educator

Rose Mattie

Age: 41
Current Residence: Chandler, Ariz.
Occupation: Stay-at-home mom

Shweta Choudhury

Age: 28
Current Residence: Toronto, Ontario
Occupation: Corporate strategist

Therron Pittman

Age: 29
Current Residence: Van Nuys, Calif.
Occupation: Server

Tony Reyes

Age: 36
Current Residence: Austin, Texas
Occupation: Media director

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What day do new episodes of The Summit air?

New episodes of The Summit air Wednesday nights following Survivor 47 .

What time do new episodes of The Summit air?

New episodes of The Summit air at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT . Each episode runs for 90 minutes, including commercials.

Who is the host of The Summit ?

The host of The Summit is actor Manu Bennett . The Kiwi will be filming the series in his home country of New Zealand. Bennett is known for his work in a variety of fantasy and superhero works such as Spartacus , The Shannara Chronicles , Arrow , and The Hobbit series of films.

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