The definitive status of the latest ANTM season
America’s Next Top Model (ANTM) last aired on The CW with Cycle 23 in 2016. There has been no new, full season produced for the original format since then. VH1 briefly revived the show in 2016 with Cycle 24, but those were minor format tweaks rather than a substantive reboot. In 2022, a rumored reboot with Ashley Graham did not materialize into an aired season, leaving fans uncertain about a return. This article explains the record of aired cycles, confirms the current dormant status, and clarifies what would be needed for any future revival.
America’s Next Top Model timeline overview
ANTM launched on UPN in 2003, moved to The CW in 2006, and ran for 23 cycles before a long hiatus. The timeline below summarizes key broadcast milestones for the original series and its brief revival attempt.
| Cycle (Season) | Year | Network | Notable notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 23 | 2016 | The CW | Last full season in the original format for many years |
| Cycle 24 | 2016 | The CW | Short-run “All-Stars” style mini-cycle; not a traditional long-form season |
| 2022 proposed reboot | 2022 | Unaired | Rumored reboot with Ashley Graham; never aired or officially renewed |
Cycle 23: The last aired season in the original format
Cycle 23 is widely considered the last standard season of ANTM. It featured Kyla Coleman as the winner and aired on The CW in 2016. The season introduced male contestants for the first time within the main competition format, diversifying the roster while adhering to the established challenges and judging panels. Production did not announce plans for another full cycle immediately afterward, and subsequent announcements failed to translate into aired seasons.
What made Cycle 23 notable
- First mixed-gender cycle on the show
- Return to weekly episode structure after several experimental formats
- Strong social media engagement, though ratings declined compared to earlier peaks
Cycle 24: Mini-revival or experiment?
In late 2016, The CW aired Cycle 24 in a condensed format, marketed as a back-half special. It featured returning alumni in an All-Star style competition with fewer episodes and a faster pace. While technically a continuation of the brand, it did not follow the traditional season structure and did not lead to an immediate renewal. Industry observers treated it as a limited event rather than the start of a regular schedule.
Rumors and near-reboot attempts
Since 2016, periodic rumors have suggested new deals, format overhauls, or host changes. In 2022, reports surfaced of a potential reboot hosted by Ashley Graham that would introduce plus-size representation and updated judging criteria. No network pickup followed, and no official casting or production timeline was ever announced. Until a new season is commissioned and aired, Cycle 23 retains its status as the last substantive season of the classic ANTM format.
Current status and what would be needed for a revival
As of now, ANTM is in a dormant state. A revival would require a network or streaming partner to commission scripts, cast new contestants, and schedule production. So far, none of these steps have been confirmed publicly. When—or if—this happens, the next aired cycle would reset the record and become the new “latest season.”
Frequently asked questions
- Has there been a season after 2016? No traditional full season has aired after Cycle 23/24.
- Is ANTM canceled or on hiatus? The show is best described as dormant, with no active production or renewal announced.
- Will there be another cycle or reboot? Nothing official has been confirmed; any future seasons would depend on network interest and casting decisions.