3 reasons to relive the excitement of 'The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition' on Netflix

'The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition' is one of the biggest reality TV competitions in recent memory.

The show has garnered a bevy of accolades since its original airing in early 2021, including two major awards at the Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA), one for 'Best Non-Scripted Entertainment' and the other for 'Best Adaptation of an Existing Format'.

Because of its massive success, the series has been picked up on global streaming giant, Netflix. If you’re a first-time watcher and are intrigued by the martial arts ethos the Asian organization brings to 'The Apprentice' franchise, then there’s no question you should watch it right now.

If you watched the series in its first run last year, there are still a handful of reasons for you to relive all the drama of its 13 intense episodes. The show uniquely combines the world of martial arts with the cutthroat world of business and the result is a totally new experience, unlike any of 'The Apprentice' iterations that came before it.

The show launches on Netflix today, February 1, and is available in over 150 countries. Here are three reasons why fans should tune in.

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#3. Exciting physical challenges featuring ONE Championship superstars

One of the most significant departures of the series from the show’s original format is the introduction of physical challenges.

Each week, candidates from all over the world are tasked to participate in exciting tests of strength, agility and endurance. Of course, this being a ONE-produced show, there are special guest appearances from some of the biggest names in the martial arts community along the way.

This includes martial arts legends Georges ‘GSP’ St-Pierre and Renzo Gracie, former ONE welterweight world champion Ben ‘Funky’ Askren, reigning ONE women’s atomweight world champion ‘Unstoppable’ Angela Lee, MMA legend Demetrious ‘Mighty Mouse’ Johnson, karate world champion ‘Super’ Sage Northcutt and more.

Witness these superstars in their element, participating in various physical tasks alongside the candidates and sometimes even against them. It’s truly a unique aspect of the show that breathes new life into the iconic series.

#2. Witness ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong in his element

Martial arts and business is ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong’s playground. It’s the world he knows and it’s why the promotion exists today.

Obviously, 'The Apprentice' franchise is known for its intense business challenges, meant to test each candidate’s intellect and resourcefulness. In addition to special guest athletes, the show also features special guest CEOs from some of the world’s biggest companies.

Joining candidates in the Boardroom are leading global CEOs, including Anthony Tan from Grab, Eric Yuan from Zoom and Jeff Lawson from Twilio, among others, many of whom are close friends with Sityodtong.

If you’ve ever wanted to get up close and personal, and perhaps even witness a different side of Sityodtong, then this show will surely give you a glimpse of ONE Championship’s charismatic CEO in his element.

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#1. The drama of “The Apprentice,” ONE Championship style

The show is complete with drama, laughter, intense moments, fun times and even tears. It’s a showcase of the unmistakable parallels between the Boardroom and the ONE Championship Circle.

Each episode features a business challenge candidates have to get through using their intelligence and cunning. They are tasked to work as a team and at times, on their own, while finding a way to let their individual strengths and abilities shine.

Up for grabs is a US$250,000 job offer and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become Sityodtong’s protege in business.

'The Apprentice, in essence, is a show designed to produce dramatic in-fighting between candidates, mirroring the actual cutthroat nature of the business world. Combine that with the excitement and flair of ONE Championship’s brand of martial arts and fans have a truly one-of-a-kind experience with 'The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition'.

It’s must-watch TV and it’s available now on Netflix. If you’re looking for a binge-worthy series to pass the time, then it’s good you can watch all 13 episodes in one sitting, the way Netflix shows were meant to be experienced.