The Amazing Race: Season 27
Season 27 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of The Amazing Race Season 26.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.
Episode Guide
Season 27 Progress Shield
A Little Too Much Beefcake
Sep 25, 2015 · 42 min
Eleven new teams embark on the journey of a lifetime as they race to Rio de Janeiro, where they take a helicopter ride and face a big decision.
Get In There And Think Like A Dog
Oct 2, 2015 · 42 min
The race continues in Buenos Aires where the 10 remaining teams learn a tango with a twist and visit the church where Pope Francis was baptized.
King of the Jungle
Oct 23, 2015 · 42 min
Teams conquer their fears in Zambia, Africa, when they plunge more than 250 feet over the Zambezi River, feed a trio of crocodiles, and walk with lions through the jungle.
My Tongue Doesn't Even Twist That Way
Oct 30, 2015 · 42 min
Teams travel to Paris where Racers soar high above the French countryside and "drop mics" with a popular French rapper.
Full Speed Ahead, Captain!
Nov 6, 2015 · 42 min
One Team risks falling to the back of the pack after taking a break to sight-see, and Racers take a big jump when faced with a Double-Dutch Detour.
Krakow, I'm Gonna Get You
Nov 13, 2015 · 42 min
Teams hit the town in Krakow, Poland with local street musicians to earn a hard day’s pay.
It's Always the Quiet Ones
Nov 20, 2015 · 42 min
With only six teams remaining, the competition heats up when Racers face a U-Turn, and some teams enjoy the sweet taste of victory after a candy making challenge.
Bring the Fun, Baby!
Nov 27, 2015 · 42 min
Racers face a third U-turn for the first time in the show's history, and teams try to power through an exhausting, late night detour on their way to an Indian wedding.
It's Not Easy Beating Green
Dec 4, 2015 · 42 min
The final four teams race in Hong Kong and Macau, China, where they take part in a water show and compete for a chance to race in the final leg.
We Got a Chance, Baby!
Dec 11, 2015 · 42 min
The final 3 teams race to Long Island, New York where, after five continents, 10 countries, and more than 34,000 miles, one will be crowned winners and awarded the $1 million prize