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- Premiere date and broadcast schedule for Project Runway Season 22
- Streaming options: live and free trial methods
- When and how episodes appear on Hulu and other services
- Key hosts, judges and mentors guiding Season 22
- Notable guest judges and cameo appearances
- Crossovers and special episodes to watch for
- The designers competing this season
- Full Season 22 designer lineup
- How to watch with flexible, short-term access
- Additional casting and creative cameos this season
- Practical tips for viewers and streaming shoppers
Project Runway returns with its biggest season yet, bringing 22 designers into a single competition and a two-episode launch night that promises high drama and bold fashion. The series opens on Freeform and expands its footprint across streaming platforms, with new episodes landing online after they air. Below is a guide to what to expect this season, how to watch, and who to watch on the runway.
Premiere date and broadcast schedule for Project Runway Season 22
The new season debuts on Freeform with a two-episode premiere on July 9. The night kicks off at 9 p.m. ET, then settles into a regular slot on Thursday nights.
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Project Runway season 22: how and when to watch for free
- Premiere night: July 9, 9 p.m. ET — two episodes back to back.
- Regular air time: Thursdays at 10 p.m. ET.
- Network: Freeform.
Streaming options: live and free trial methods
If you do not have cable, live streaming services are the easiest way to catch the broadcast as it airs.
- DIRECTV: Includes Freeform on many plans and often offers a promotional free trial. Plans vary by channel lineup.
- Sling TV: Offers an Orange Day Pass for short-term access. Day passes allow access to Freeform for 24 hours.
- Other live TV services that carry Freeform may offer trials or introductory rates. Check current offers before the premiere.
When and how episodes appear on Hulu and other services
Episodes are not available live on Hulu. However, new episodes generally drop on Hulu the morning after they air on Freeform.
- Air on Freeform Thursday night, then appear on Hulu Friday mornings.
- Hulu is a convenient on-demand option if you miss the live telecast.
Key hosts, judges and mentors guiding Season 22
This season keeps its familiar judging trio while adding fresh faces and recurring stars. Expect big personalities and sharp critiques.
- Host and head judge: Heidi Klum.
- Main judges: Nina Garcia and celebrity stylist Law Roach.
- Recurring judge: Tyra Banks appears across the season.
- Mentor: Christian Siriano returns to advise the designers.
Guest judges rotate each episode. Look for names from music, fashion, film and streetwear spaces. These guests bring unique perspectives to the runway.
Notable guest judges and cameo appearances
This season features a broad mix of industry names and pop culture stars stepping in as guest judges and cameo models.
- Guest judges include performers, designers, and celebrities from diverse fields.
- Cameos come from costume designers, influencers, and reality stars.
- Special episodes will feature models from other ABC and Hulu shows.
Crossovers and special episodes to watch for
The series integrates talent and personalities from across ABC and Hulu properties. Expect crossover cameos and challenge tie-ins.
- Appearances by pros from Dancing with the Stars and reality contestants from other shows.
- Models drawn from current reality series will walk the runway in select challenges.
- Designers may face tasks that reference TV pop culture and franchised formats.
The designers competing this season
Season 22 features the largest roster in Project Runway history. The field includes pageant winners, streaming competition vets, and drag performers.
- The cast totals 22 designers, the most in any season.
- Notable entrants: a recent Miss Universe, a Next In Fashion alum, and contestants from RuPaul’s Drag Race.
- One past Project Runway competitor returns for another run.
Full Season 22 designer lineup
- Aaron Potts
- Andrea Moore
- Andrew “Plane Jane” Dunayevskiy
- Andriy Volkov
- Anna Molinari
- Bao Tranchi
- Bi Pham
- Bryan Barrientos
- Chloe Magleby
- Dani Bennett
- Elizabeth Shevelev
- Jeffery Kelly Abess
- Jennifer Daniels
- Joseph McRae
- Jude Mikulencak
- Octavius Terry
- Omolara “LRÉ the Artist” Odupita
- R’Bonney Nola
- Robert “Q” Crone
- Varvara “Bobby” Diakonenkova
- Yangyang Xu
How to watch with flexible, short-term access
Not ready to subscribe long term? Consider short trials and day passes that provide access for a few days.
- Look for live TV services offering brief trials that include Freeform.
- Sling’s day passes give one-day access to specific channel bundles.
- Confirm channel availability before purchasing a pass or trial.
Additional casting and creative cameos this season
Beyond the designers, the season includes contributions from costume creatives and reality personalities who appear throughout the competition.
- Costume designers and social hosts make guest appearances.
- Reality TV personalities and recent contest winners model in certain episodes.
- Expect a blend of industry insiders and viral stars in challenge roles.
Practical tips for viewers and streaming shoppers
Plan ahead to avoid missing the premiere. Free trials and short passes can let you watch the first episodes without a long subscription.
- Set reminders for the two-episode premiere night.
- Use a free trial window to watch live and cancel before billing begins, if needed.
- Check Hulu the day after broadcast to stream episodes on demand.
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