'Tough as Nails': Release date, plot, host, trailer and all you need to know about CBS' reality competition

'Tough as Nails' is all set to see some of the most hardworking people come together to battle it out in the real world
PUBLISHED JUN 26, 2020
(CBS)
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Everyone admires hard-working people who do not hesitate to spend long hours to ensure that everything is running smoothly. CBS is all set to bring some of these people together and see how far they can push their limits. With tasks kept for completion, the show is set to see if all these people have what it takes to make it out in the real world. 

Release Date

The show is set to premiere on Wednesday, July 8. 

Plot

The show is set to celebrate everyday Americans who do not hesitate to roll up their sleeves and work long hours while getting their hands dirty to keep the country running. All these people will be put against one another to see if they have the strength, endurance, life skills, and, most importantly, mental toughness, to make it in the real world. The challenges will be made keeping the real-world situation in mind and each contestant will be tested on the things mentioned above. 

Host

Phil Keoghan

Host Phil Keoghan, winner of the Outstanding Reality-Competition Program Award for The Amazing Race poses in the press room during the 66th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards held at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on August 25, 2014, in Los Angeles, California (Getty Images)

Keoghan will be hosting the show. He is best known for being the host of 'The Amazing Race' and bringing the same skills into this show, there is no doubt he is going to keep everyone entertained while making sure every contestant performs their task properly. 

Cast 

Twelve contestants from various backgrounds will come together to compete in this competition. While each one of them is an expert in their field, the show will push them to their limits. With various obstacles in front of them, the competition will challenge them to push themselves and motivate them to become better versions of themselves. 

Trailer 

There is no trailer yet for the show. Check this space for more updates.

Where to watch

The show will premiere on Wednesday, July 8 at 8 pm ET on CBS. 

Creators

The show is being produced by Raquel Productions Inc. in association with Tough House Productions Inc. Phil Keoghan, Louise Keoghan, and Anthony Carbone are executive producers.

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