Join or Sign In
Sign in to customize your TV listings
By joining TV Guide, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy.
Project Runway Season 9 Episodes
Season 9 Episode Guide
15 Episodes 2011 - 2011
Episode 1
Come as You Are
Thu, Jul 28, 201163 mins
20 designers must go in front of Heidi, Michael, Nina and Tim to make a case why they deserve one of the 16 coveted spots this season. Once they are chosen, the 16 designers barely have a chance to celebrate before being awoken at the crack of dawn with one of the toughest first challenges in the series' history. Their PJ's and bedsheets are their fabric for the first challenge!
Episode 2
My Pet Project
Thu, Aug 4, 201163 mins
This year's unconventional challenge lives up to its name when the designers arrive at a pet store. When Tim informs them that they will find all the materials they need inside, they quickly realize this is their opportunity to show the judges how they can think outside the box. Stacey Bendet (Alice + Olivia) serves as the guest judge.
Episode 3
Go Big or Go Home
Thu, Mar 12, 202027 mins
The designers are broken into teams of two to create a design that's larger than life--their models are stilt walkers! In the first ever outdoor challenge, the runway show is held outside in New York for all to see. Kim Kardashian serves as guest judge.
Episode 4
All About Nina
Thu, Mar 12, 202063 mins
The designers quickly realize they are in for a tough challenge when it is revealed the Nina Garcia is their client! The stakes are raised as Nina tells them she will wear the winning look to an important industry event. Marie Claire's editor-in-chief, Joanna Coles and actress Kerry Washington serve as guest judges.
Episode 5
Off the Track
Thu, Aug 25, 201163 mins
Season 9 of the Emmy-nominated competition reality series where each week budding fashion designers face challenges and elimination as they compete for cash and prizes.
Episode 6
The Art of the Matter
Thu, Mar 12, 202063 mins
Season 9 of the Emmy-nominated competition reality series where each week budding fashion designers face challenges and elimination as they compete for cash and prizes.
Episode 7
Can't We Just All Get Along?
Thu, Sep 8, 201163 mins
Season 9 of the Emmy-nominated competition reality series where each week budding fashion designers face challenges and elimination as they compete for cash and prizes.
Episode 8
What Women Want
Thu, Mar 12, 202063 mins
When Heidi introduces nine men on the runway, the designers are stunned. But they quickly breathe a sigh of relief when Tim reveals that the men are not their models--they will be designing for their significant others! Actress Malin Akerman serves as guest judge.
Episode 9
Image Is Everything
Thu, Sep 22, 201163 mins
The designers are treated to a special performance from their new client, an up-and-coming band. Broken into two teams of four, the designers are charged with creating a look that will establish their as image-makers.
Episode 10
Sew '70s
Thu, Mar 12, 202064 mins
For the Piperlime.com challenge, the designer's are going back in time. The 70's will serve as inspiration for this week's challenge.
Episode 11
This Is for the Birds
Thu, Oct 6, 201163 mins
Exotic Birds serve as the inspiration for this week's L'Oreal Challenge. The designer's must really step up their game when Tim reveals that during judging they will go head-to-head with one other designer putting one in the top and one in the bottom during judging. Francisco Costa serves as guest judge for the challenge.
Episode 12
The Finale Challenge
Thu, Mar 12, 202063 mins
The judges want to see their visions as designers so they challenge the contestants to create a mini-collection. Actress Zoe Saldana serves as guest judge.
Episode 13
Finale Part One
Thu, Oct 20, 201163 mins
Tim Gunn travels to the homes of the finalists to check in on their progress before they head back to NY.
Episode 14
Finale Part Two
Thu, Mar 12, 202063 mins
Things get off to a bumpy start for the final designers as they frantically get ready to show at fashion week. With fair warning to step up their game, the designers make every minute of preparation count. Guest judge, fashion designer L'Wren Scott, weighs in on who should be the winner during the intense debate at the final judging.
Episode 15
Behind the Seams
Thu, Nov 3, 201160 mins
Tim Gunn reveals secrets from the show and his unedited thoughts.