(Season 9) is the first season in the franchise to abandon tropical heat for the brutal, sub-freezing conditions of the Rocky Mountains in Montana . Aired in mid-2022, this season features 12 "all-star" survivalists attempting to survive for 14 days (rather than the standard 40 or 60 days) in one of the show's most dangerous environments to date. Cast and Teams
The season consists of six main episodes, each highlighting a different stage of the struggle: Season 9 – Naked and Afraid XL: Frozen - Rotten Tomatoes Naked and Afraid XL - Season 9
Participants battled sub-zero temperatures and severe snowstorms. (Season 9) is the first season in the
The survivalists faced extreme environmental threats, including . The survivalists faced extreme environmental threats
Jake Nodar struggled with severe foot injuries throughout the challenge, leading to medical concerns regarding his ability to reach extraction.