About this season
A documentary competition show that chronicles the lives of riders competing in the high-stakes sport of horse reining. The contenders are determined to elevate and preserve the cowboy tradition as they guide horses through precise patterns of circles, spins and stops. Run for a Million serves as the culmination of the series, where the riders compete for a $1 million purse.
Episodes (6)
1. The Shootout
Aired 17 November 2022 • 41 min
The only thing more difficult than the Run for a Million is qualifying for it. The best reiners in the biz compete at The RFAM ShootOut in Las Vegas. But nothing is certain – the new faces are right on the heels of the highest ranking riders.
2. The Cactus Classic
Aired 24 November 2022 • 41 min
Riders from around the world descend upon Arizona for their last chance to qualify for the Run for a Million. Veteran favorites struggle to stay on the leaderboard, getting knocked out by new riders.
3. Do You Have the Horse?
Aired 1 December 2022 • 41 min
The 16-qualified riders start their preparations by testing out their horses at the National Reining Breeders Cup event in Texas. Despite a devastating injury, Casey Deary continues to dominate. Cade McCutcheon struggles to find his groove.
4. The Derby
Aired 8 December 2022 • 41 min
It's the last chance to test their horses at the NRHA Derby, but some riders are still struggling to find that star horse. Francesco takes a unique approach to preparing his horse, while Matt Palmer gets a phone call that could change everything.
5. Anybody's Game
Aired 15 December 2022 • 41 min
With the Run for a Million just around the corner, the 16 qualified riders narrow their focus. Matt Palmer is faced with some unforeseen challenges getting his horse ready for the Million.
6. The Run for a Million
Aired 22 December 2022 • 41 min
With nothing to lose and a million dollars to gain, the riders put forth their best to see who will become this year's Run for a Million champion.