Barbecue Showdown (2020)
Eight of the country's best backyard smokers and pitmasters vie for the title of American Barbecue Champion in a fierce but friendly faceoff.
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Episode 1 - Bad to the Bone
Release Date: 2024-07-04The contestants kick off the competition by cooking a bone-in protein and two side dishes that reflect their unique styles and personal stories.
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Episode 2 - Brew and ‘Cue
Release Date: 2024-07-04Legendary pitmaster Tuffy Stone joins the judging panel as the cooks prepare beer-infused dishes that hop with flavor.
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Episode 3 - The Trench Is Back
Release Date: 2024-07-04The competition heats up as the Trench returns for a twist-filled challenge celebrating flavors from around the world.
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Episode 4 - Friday Night Bites
Release Date: 2024-07-04Facing elimination, two pitmasters duel it out in a fiery fish cook-off. Afterward, the remaining contestants gear up to satisfy hungry tailgaters.
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Episode 5 - Slow Fast Food
Release Date: 2024-07-04Chef Matty Matheson ("The Bear") encourages the pitmasters to turn down the heat and whip up an original fast-food recipe using slow-cooking techniques.
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Episode 6 - Brisket Battle
Release Date: 2024-07-04In their toughest challenge to date, the final four attempt to out-smoke their fellow competitors in an epic beef brisket showdown.
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Episode 7 - Go Pig or Go Home
Release Date: 2024-07-04Chef and acclaimed author Kwame Onwuachi joins the judges for a Sunday supper that showcases each pitmaster's family traditions.
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Episode 8 - The Final Stand
Release Date: 2024-07-04The finalists craft dream menus for their very own barbecue joints in a head-to-head battle to claim the coveted grand prize and title.