Forged in Fire

Competitors re-create weapons from historical periods ranging from Japanese katanas to medieval broadswords to ancient throwing blades. Each entry is judged on its artistry as well as its functionality and accuracy.

Seasons

11

Episodes aired

270

Latest aired

S11E07

Total runtime

7d 20h

Timeline when each season aired

1. Season 1 June 2015 – August 2015 8 episodes
2. Season 2 February 2016 – April 2016 10 episodes
3. Season 3 August 2016 – February 2017 16 episodes
4. Season 4 April 2017 – October 2017 23 episodes
5. Season 5 March 2018 – December 2018 39 episodes
6. Season 6 February 2019 – September 2019 30 episodes
7. Season 7 October 2019 – August 2020 37 episodes
8. Season 8 November 2020 – February 2022 46 episodes
9. Season 9 March 2022 – November 2022 26 episodes
10. Season 10 October 2023 – September 2025 28 episodes
11. Season 11 July 2026 – August 2026 7 episodes

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  S11E01 Mind Over Metal

  July 1 · 42min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Three smiths hope to cash in when they are given the opportunity to win money after each challenge; after two tough rounds, all three smiths head back to their home forge to recreate the serrated Dussage.

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  S11E02 Two-Face Challenge

  July 8 · 41min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Four bladesmiths must forge a blade with not one, but two Damascus billets. After an intense round, the remaining smiths experience a Forged in Fire first when they are faced with an unexpected twist. Then, two challengers head back to their home forges to recreate a pair of deadly Ginunting swords. Who will be the last smith standing and take home $10,000?

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  S11E03 J. Neilson's Secrets of the Forge

  July 15 · 41min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  J. Neilson, Forged in Fire judge and notorious breaker of blades, reveals his secrets of the forge in this special inside look. For the first time ever, J. will disclose his most infamous blade breaks and the tricks to becoming a Forged in Fire champion.

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  S11E04 Can With a Plan

  July 22 · 42min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Four smiths must devise a plan when they are tasked with using three different steels to forge a canister Damascus blade. After a colossal error sends one home and brutal testing takes down another, the two remaining smiths head to their home forges to build the Italian Condottiere Sword. Who will produce a blade worthy of $10,000 and earn the title of Forged in Fire champion?

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  S11E05 Top Ten Military Blades

  July 29 · 42min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  On this special edition of Forged in Fire, we honor the brave men and women who defend our country by celebrating the many weapons that have shaped our nation’s history.

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  S11E06 Dave Baker's Secrets of the Forge

  August 5 · 42min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Forged in Fire judge and historical weapons re-creation specialist, reveals his secrets of the forge in this special inside look. For the first time, Dave will disclose the most common mistakes seen on the forge floor as well as tips and tricks to become a Forged in Fire champion.

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  S11E07 Beat the Judges: Katana Battle

  August 12 find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Some of our top Forged in Fire champions head back to the forge to face their toughest competition yet: one of the judges.