When will 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 release? Cast, plot and how to watch Fox's cooking show

Children aged 8 to 13 are given materials, instructions, and time limits and must create dishes to be tasted by the judges
'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 is all set to return on March 4 on Fox (Instagram/@masterchefjunior)
'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 is all set to return on March 4 on Fox (Instagram/@masterchefjunior)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Get ready to witness the adorable chefs on Fox's most-loved cooking show this March. 'Masterchef Junior' Season 9 is all set to return on March 4 at 8 pm ET on Fox.

The following episodes will air on Mondays at the same time as Hulu, the next day. 

The show initially premiered on September 27, 2013. Children aged 8 to 13 are given materials, instructions, and time limits and must create dishes to be tasted by the judges.

In each episode, children cook together in the large MasterChef kitchen as the judges (and occasionally their parents) observe. The judges then taste each dish and offer feedback to these young chefs.

In each episode, contenders are eliminated until only one remains to win the MasterChef Junior trophy.

Gordon Ramsay, Tilly Ramsay, Aaron Sanchez and Daphne Oz are returning as judges for 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 (Twitter/@MasterChefJrFOX)
Gordon Ramsay, Tilly Ramsay, Aaron Sanchez and Daphne Oz are returning as judges for 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 (Twitter/@MasterChefJrFOX)

The synopsis of MasterChef Junior from Fox states, "MasterChef Junior follows young home cooks between the ages of 8 and 13 who compete in a series of challenges to win the title of America's next MasterChef Junior, taking home a trophy and $100,000 in prize money."

The names of the contestants are yet to be revealed by Fox. 



 

What is 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 all about?

The winner will take home the bragging rights of the title, $100,00, and some kitchen appliances (Instagram/@masterchefjunior)
The winner will take home the bragging rights of the title, $100,00, and some kitchen appliances (Instagram/@masterchefjunior)

The trailer begins with eager young chefs entering the sets of the cooking show. Gordon Ramsay with a thrilled voice states,"'Are you ready to show who you are made of?"

The trailer proceeds to the children in the MasterChef kitchen, all brimming with excitement and energy for the upcoming challenges.

Daphne Oz exclaims, "One of you 12 will be crowned America's next MasterChef Junior." The camera pans to the very focused little chefs as one says, "Am I dreaming?."

The adorable chefs will face intense cook-offs in the kitchen, filled with fun and excitement. Much like what the adults do on MasterChef, they will have challenges such as mystery boxes, restaurant takeovers, barbecues, and more. 

Who stars in 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9?

This season of 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 will be judged by Gordon Ramsay, Tilly Ramsay, Aaron Sanchez, and Daphne Oz. 

Gordon Ramsay 

Gordon Ramsay is known for his bombastic temper and attention to detail. (Instagram/@gordongram)
Gordon Ramsay is known for his bombastic temper and attention to detail (Instagram/@gordongram)

Celebrity Michelin star chef, restauranter, and cooking show host Gordon Ramsay is one of the judges of 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9.

He has a total of 13 restaurants in the US, including several spots in Las Vegas. He also has around 40 international restaurants. 

Tilly Ramsay 

Tilly Ramsay will be seen as a judge of 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 (Instagram/@tillyramsay)
Tilly Ramsay will be seen as a judge of 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 (Instagram/@tillyramsay)

Tilly or Matilda, the daughter of Gordon Ramsay has always been surrounded by good food since childhood. Her passion and interest in cooking can be understood from her Instagram posts.

Her celebrity chef father, Gordon Ramsay, frequently makes appearances in her cooking videos. Previously she was a part of reality shows such as 'Strictly Comes Dancing', 'Matilda and Ramsay Bunch', and 'Celebrity MasterChef Australia' Season 2.

She appeared as a guest judge on Season 8 during the donut challenge.

Aaron Sanchez

Chef Aaron Sanchez will be seen as a judge on 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 (Instagram/@chefaaronsanchez)
Chef Aaron Sanchez will be seen as a judge on 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 (Instagram/@chefaaronsanchez)

Chef Aaron Sanchez needs no introduction to 'MasterChef' fans as he has been a judge for the franchise for a long time. He's a third-generation cookbook author and owner of Johnny Sanchez in New Orleans.

He is also a partner and creative director at Cocina, the first online platform celebrating the Latina lifestyle. Apart from 'MasterChef', he appeared on reality shows such as 'Chopped' and 'Chopped Junior.'

Daphne Oz

Emmy winning TV host and cookbook author Daphne Oz will be a judge of 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 (Instagram/@daphneoz)
Emmy-winning TV host and cookbook author Daphne Oz will be a judge of 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 (Instagram/@daphneoz)

An Emmy-awarded host and cookbook author Daphne Oz joined the judging panel of 'MasterChef Junior' on July 17, 2019, replacing previous judge Christina Tosi.

She received her chef's degree from the Natural Gourmet Institute and is also a graduate of the Institute of Integrative Medicine. 

What is the latest buzz related to 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9?

'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 trailer promises a fun-filled show (Instagram/@masterchefjunior)
'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 trailer promises a fun-filled show (Instagram/@masterchefjunior)

Since the conclusion of the last season on June 23, 2022, fans of the show have been eagerly anticipating the arrival of the brand-new season.

The CEO of Endemol Shine North America, Sharon Levy, stated, "We are eager to reopen the MasterChef kitchen to the next group of gifted junior home cooks hoping to become the next MasterChef Junior."

Fans of the show have expressed their excitement in the comments section of the official poster release.  A person wrote, "Yay! In March can't wait as they can't wait for the show to release."

A user commented excitedly, "Heck yeah! Another show to binge-watch." Meanwhile, another wrote, "We can't wait to cheer on some special kiddos' as they can't wait for the little munchkin chefs to show their magic in the kitchen.:

How to stream 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9?

'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 will be available on Fox and the next day on Hulu (Twitter/@MasterChefJrFOX)
'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 will be available on Fox and the next day on Hulu (Twitter/@MasterChefJrFOX)

'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 is all set to air on Monday, March 4 at 8 pm ET on Fox. The live streaming of the 'MasterChef Junior' Season 9 episodes is also available on Fox's website and app.

You can also access Fox through live streaming providers like Fubo TV, Hulu Plus, Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.

If you happen to miss the broadcast on Fox, you can catch up on the episodes the next day through Hulu. 'MasterChef Junior' Season 1 to Season 8 episodes are all available to watch on Hulu.

Hulu offers subscription plans starting as low as $7.99/month for its ad-supported plan. For an ad-free experience, the subscription fee is $17.99/month. Students with valid ID cards can avail themselves of Hulu at a discounted rate of just $1.99/month.

Watch 'Masterchef Junior' Season 9 every Monday starting on March 4, 2024, at 8 pm ET on Fox and the next day on Hulu. 

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