Ultimate Cowboy Showdown
Top cowboys from across the United States compete to win a herd of cattle, a coveted belt buckle, and a lifetime of bragging rights. As they lock horns in a series of grueling challenges, they are judged on their skills, knowledge, grit, and passion. The male and female contestants include ranch owners, ranch managers, ranch hands, horse trainers, and rodeo stars. One-by-one, the cowboys who don't perform are eliminated by country music icon Trace Adkins and a panel of expert judges. In the end, only one cowboy rides away with the herd.
- 2019-2023
- 4 seasons
- Action & Adventure, Reality
- TV-PG
Top cowboys from across the United States compete to win a herd of cattle, a coveted belt buckle, and a lifetime of bragging rights. As they lock horns in a series of grueling challenges, they are judged on their skills, knowledge, grit, and passion. The male and female contestants include ranch owners, ranch managers, ranch hands, horse trainers, and rodeo stars. One-by-one, the cowboys who don't perform are eliminated by country music icon Trace Adkins and a panel of expert judges. In the end, only one cowboy rides away with the herd.
Season 4 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2023
Episode 1
All-Star Showdown
Wed, Sep 6, 2023
In this all-star edition, 14 top cowboys from past seasons return for another shot at winning a $50,000 herd of cattle. Host Trace Adkins and his expert judges evaluate the contestants' skills and decide who will be the first to go home.
Episode 2
Grit, Guts and Danger
Wed, Sep 13, 2023
The all-star competition turns perilous when one of the 13 remaining cowboys goes missing while gathering a herd of bucking horses in the unforgiving Arizona desert, causing serious concern for host Trace Adkins and his expert judges.
Episode 3
Sabotage and Soul Searching
Wed, Sep 20, 2023
When given a choice to help or sabotage their fellow contestants, the thirteen remaining cowboys are forced to question their values and the lengths they'll go to win a $50,000 herd of cattle. Host Trace Adkins eliminates two cowboys.
Episode 4
Cowboy Up
Wed, Sep 27, 2023
Cowboys need brawn and brains, so the remaining 11 contestants are tested on both. First, they guess the cost of common ranch items; then they endure a grueling overnight challenge guarding cattle. Host Trace Adkins eliminates two cowboys.
Episode 5
Down and Dirty
Wed, Oct 4, 2023
With nine cowboys remaining, the competition gets fierce. First, a straightforward horse race turns into a brawl. Then, a cowboy is rushed to the hospital after a freak accident. Host Trace Adkins and the judges send another cowboy home.
Episode 6
Broken Down
Wed, Oct 11, 2023
After demonstrating their calf-roping skills, the 8 remaining cowboys are challenged to drive a herd of cattle and an old-fashioned chuck wagon across rugged terrain. Host Trace Adkins and his expert judges send another cowboy packing.
Episode 7
High Stakes and New Leaders
Wed, Oct 18, 2023
Half of the 14 all-star cowboys have been eliminated. The remaining seven must demonstrate skill and grit in a grueling relay race made up of a series of cowboy challenges. Host Trace Adkins and his expert judges send another cowboy home.
Episode 8
The Longhorn Goodbye
Wed, Oct 25, 2023
The remaining 6 cowboys face off in a cutting competition which turns out to be more difficult than expected. Then, they work as a team to sort 4 rogue cattle and load them on a trailer. Host Trace Adkins and the judges send a cowboy home.
Episode 9
The Final Five
Wed, Nov 1, 2023
The five remaining cowboys struggle to start wild colts and ride them through an obstacle course. Then, they must rope and load as many steers as they can in 30 minutes. Host Trace Adkins and the expert judges eliminate two cowboys.
Episode 10
The Ultimate All-Star
Wed, Nov 8, 2023
In the final cattle drive of the season, the three remaining cowboys have one last chance to show off their skills and prove they deserve to be the Ultimate Cowboy All-Star Champion. Host Trace Adkins and the expert judges name the winner.