MTV has canceled 'Ridiculousness' after 14 years. The final season will air in 2026, but no new episodes will be produced.
Canceled after 14 years
Final season will air until 2026
No new episodes will be produced
Show featured viral video commentary
More than 1,700 episodes produced
Part of MTV's programming changes
Host Dyrdek earned $32.5 million
Cancellation follows network restructuring
MTV has officially canceled its long-running comedy clip series Ridiculousness after 14 years and 46 seasons. Hosted by Rob Dyrdek alongside co-hosts Sterling “Steelo” Brim and Lauren “Lolo” Wood, the show will continue airing previously recorded episodes through 2026 but will produce no new episodes moving forward. Select seasons remain available for streaming on Paramount+. [1][2]
Series Overview and Historical Significance
Premiered in August 2011, featuring viral video compilations and humorous commentary.
Nearly 1,700 episodes produced, ranking among MTV’s longest-running shows.
Chanel West Coast, an original co-host, departed in 2023 after 30 seasons.
The show symbolized MTV’s programming shift from music content to viral video clip shows.
At peak scheduling dominance, reruns accounted for up to 113 hours weekly on MTV’s 168-hour weekly programming. [3][4]
Reasons Behind Cancellation and Network Programming Strategy
The decision follows the $8 billion Paramount-Skydance merger and significant layoffs.
MTV aims to relaunch with “a more curated slate” featuring diverse creative voices and innovative formats.
The cancellation marks a move from heavy reliance on Ridiculousness reruns toward original and diverse content.
No formal public statement from MTV executives was issued, but multiple reputable insider sources confirm the cancellation. [5][6]
Financial Context Contributing to the Cancellation
Rob Dyrdek reportedly earned around $32.5 million annually, including executive producer and on-camera fees.
Dyrdek’s production company, Superjacket Productions, filed for bankruptcy near the end of the show’s run. [7][8]
Availability of Past Content and Audience Reaction
Previously filmed episodes will air through 2026; reruns remain part of MTV’s schedule.
Select seasons stream on Paramount+.
Several spinoffs (Deliciousness, Messyness, Adorableness) existed but failed to replicate original success. [9][10]
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