Back to the Frontier transports participants to a meticulously recreated historical setting, challenging them to live and compete as pioneers. Contestants must perform tasks essential to frontier life, such as farming, building shelters and crafting tools, using only period-appropriate methods. They face environmental hardships, limited resources and the necessity of community cooperation. The show examines survival instincts, adaptability and the contrast between modern conveniences and historical realities, offering viewers an immersive historical experience.
Show Info
Web channel: HBO Max
(2025 -
now)
Schedule: Thursdays
(~ min)
Status: Running
Show Type:
Reality
Genres:
AdventureHistory
Episodes ordered: 8 episodes
Official site: www.max.com
(waiting for more votes)
Next Episode
Episode 2
Episode 1x02; Jul 17, 2025
Previous Episodes
Episode Name | Airdate | Trailer |
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1x01: Episode 1 | Jul 10, 2025 |
Recent discussions

This is sort of a fun show...funny (and sad) to see most of the kids and even a few adults crying or pouting over what they don't have!! I could do this...except for killing animals to eat, would not be able to do that.