

Barbecue Showdown
Eight of the country's best backyard smokers and pitmasters vie for the title of American Barbecue Champion in a fierce but friendly faceoff.
Where to watch Barbecue Showdown in United States
Click a service to open Barbecue Showdown there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Barbecue Showdown streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| India | Netflix | — |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Canada | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Germany | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| France | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Spain | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Brazil | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Japan | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
About Barbecue Showdown
Barbecue Showdown is a 2020 English-language reality series created by Daniel Calin. The cast is led by Kevin Bludso, Melissa Cookston, Michelle Buteau. It spans 3 seasons and 24 episodes and is still running. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Barbecue Showdown was produced by All3Media America and Maverick Television and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was first aired on September 18, 2020, and carries a TV-PG certification.
- Created by
- Daniel Calin
- First aired
- September 18, 2020
- Last aired
- July 4, 2024
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Returning Series
- Seasons
- 3 (24 episodes)
- Network
- Netflix
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Production
- All3Media America, Maverick Television
Barbecue Showdown cast & crew
Barbecue Showdown was created by Daniel Calin.
The cast features Kevin Bludso as Self - Judge, Melissa Cookston as Self - Judge, and Michelle Buteau as Self — Host.
Is Barbecue Showdown worth watching?
With 3 seasons and 24 episodes, it's a meaty weekend watch.
If you enjoy reality, Barbecue Showdown is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Barbecue Showdown
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Cast of Barbecue Showdown

Kevin Bludso
Self - Judge

Melissa Cookston
Self - Judge

Michelle Buteau
Self — Host
Barbecue Showdown — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Barbecue Showdown in United States?
Barbecue Showdown is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads in United States.
▸Is Barbecue Showdown on Netflix?
Yes — Barbecue Showdown is currently available on Netflix in United States.
▸What language is Barbecue Showdown in?
Barbecue Showdown is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Barbecue Showdown are there?
Barbecue Showdown has 3 seasons with 24 episodes in total, and it is still running.
▸What is Barbecue Showdown rated?
Barbecue Showdown is rated TV-PG. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 27 ratings.











