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Play S1 E1A deep dive into a subculture fueled by spice: from the elite growers who strive to create new superhots to the chili eaters who chase the endorphin rush of consuming them; one chili headsets out on a quest to answer the spiciest of questions.
Cast: Ben Schwartz, Shahina Waseem, Johnny Scoville
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Season 1
10 episodes
1. The OthersTake the chili pill and head into the world of The Others - the ones who live for heat. Chili kingmaker Johnny Scoville embarks on a quest for the world’s hottest pepper. Superhot Dr. Frankensteins create new monsters to challenge world records.NC16CC38minJan 22, 2024
2. Bulls & Bull RidersThe chili world descends on Dallas for the largest chili eating contest in North America. Pepper legend Troy Primeaux sends scorchers to fire up the competition while defending champ Mike Jack and underdog Zach Goot vie for glory.NC16CC36minJan 22, 2024
3. Spicy BeginningsChili heads grow their legend with bold moves. The UK Chili Queen takes on a mob of pepper eaters, while Johnny Scoville finds a monster in Jimmy Pickles’ basement. Newcomers Aurea and Bobby meet for the first time to make a splash on the scene.NC16CC33minJan 22, 2024
4. Welcome to the ClubThe pepper game can be cutthroat, and knowing who to trust is tough. As legend Troy Primeaux and newcomer Bobby McFadden try to get ahead, they discover unlikely allies. Meanwhile, Zach Goot needs to find a way to handle his chili addiction.NC16CC32minJan 22, 2024
5. Insert Boxing Metaphor HereThe chili world is transfixed by an epic 1-on-1 chili-eating throwdown between Johnny and Shahina…while Jimmy Pickles is in a fight of his own against intruders and trolls. New partners Bobby and Aurea ignore it all to cook up their own hot sauce.NC16CC31minJan 22, 2024
6. The Golden Age of Hot SauceWe live in the golden age of hot sauce, and everyone is trying to cash in. At a hot sauce showcase, Troy, Bobby and Aurea try to earn industry-wide recognition. Johnny Scoville finds a pepper he believes might challenge the world’s hottest.NC16CC33minJan 22, 2024
7. Winter is ComingWhen winter nears, pepper season ends, and growers race to save their crop. Chili kingmaker Johnny Scoville rushes South to find warmer weather and peppers still on the vine. And while most are busy, chili addict Zach tries a life without spice.NC16CC33minJan 22, 2024
8. The Business of HeatPepper growing season is done, so now it’s time to turn the haul into cash. When big business comes calling, top pepper growers have the chance to work with an international restaurant chain. Meanwhile, Johnny uncovers some disturbing allegations.NC16CC32minJan 22, 2024
9. Peppers for the PeopleWhen spicy goes mainstream, it can mean big money for the pepper growers. Big names attempt to win business with an international restaurant chain. Meanwhile, recovering chili addict Zach gets a hall pass for a weekend bender into extreme heat.NC16CC33minJan 22, 2024
10. And the Hottest Pepper is...Chili Kingmaker Johnny Scoville’s quest to find the hottest peppers comes to an end as he hosts an epic chili-eating contest and brings the contenders to a lab for testing. These peppers might change the face of the spicy industry.NC16CC33minJan 22, 2024
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A deep dive into a subculture fueled by spice: from the elite growers who strive to create new superhots to the chili eaters who chase the endorphin rush of consuming them; one chili headsets out on a quest to answer the spiciest of questions.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Scott Feeley, Chris Ying, Christopher C. Chen, Brian Skope
- Studio
- High Noon Entertainment, Majordomo Media, Vox Media Studios
Maturity rating
NC16Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
