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Barbecue Showdown

Barbecue Showdown

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Barbecue Showdown

2020- 2024

3 Seasons

24 Episodes

6.0(29 votes)

Returning Series

Reality

Overview

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

Stream

Netflix

Links & Resources

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Social & External

Production Companies

All3Media America

Maverick Television

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

3 featured cast members

Starring

Kevin Bludso

Kevin Bludso

Self - Judge

Melissa Cookston

Melissa Cookston

Self - Judge

Michelle Buteau

Michelle Buteau

Self — Host

Creative team

Created by: Daniel Calin

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