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Ink Master Season 17 (2025) Synopsis
Ink Master Season 17, titled Hometown Heroes, brings back the adrenaline-fueled tattoo competition where 15 of the world’s most talented artists represent their hometowns to compete for a grand prize of $250,000 and the prestigious title of Ink Master. Hosted once again by Good Charlotte frontman and entrepreneur Joel Madden, this season pushes contestants to the limit with new, high-stakes tattoo challenges that test artistry, precision, and creativity. Returning judges DJ Tambe, Ryan Ashley, and Nikko Hurtado bring their industry expertise to every critique as the artists battle for regional pride and the crown.
When Does Ink Master Season 17 Premiere in Canada?
Ink Master Season 17 premiered in Canada on October 29, 2025, exclusively on Paramount+. The first three episodes debut together on launch day, followed by new episodes released every Wednesday.
Where to Watch Ink Master Season 17 in Canada
You can watch Ink Master Season 17 in Canada on Paramount+ Canada, available directly through the Paramount+ app and website. It’s also accessible through the Paramount+ Prime Video Channel and Paramount+ Apple TV Channel, offering full HD and 4K streaming quality along with offline download options for mobile and tablet users.
Ink Master Season 17 Episodes
Here are the episodes:
- Episode 1 – Hometown Throwdown – Premiere date: October 29, 2025
15 tattoo artists compete for a spot to win $250,000 and become the next Ink Master. - Episode 2 – Back to the Drawing Board – Premiere date: October 29, 2025
Artists tattoo hometown animals as the battle for Ink Master begins. - Episode 3 – Gut Check – Premiere date: October 29, 2025
Artists paint with smoke, and a twist raises the stakes for the best tattoo of the day. - Episode 4 – Premiere date: November 5, 2025
The artists clash in a high-stakes Flash Challenge built around transparent bottle tattoos, forcing them to rethink technique and placement. One competitor makes a risky decision by stepping in as a canvas, shifting alliances as the pressure to stay in the game intensifies. - Episode 5 – Premiere date: November 12, 2025
A relentless flash marathon tests endurance, speed, and precision as artists race against the clock on some of the body’s most unforgiving areas. With multiple tattoos required and a double elimination looming, every mistake carries serious consequences. - Episode 6 – Premiere date: November 19, 2025
A sand-filled Flash Challenge pushes teamwork and patience to the limit while environmental obstacles disrupt execution. Tensions boil over during critiques as flawed tattoos and personal conflicts threaten to derail more than one artist’s path to the prize. - Episode 7 – Premiere date: November 26, 2025
Emotion runs high as artists are tasked with transforming scars into meaningful tattoo designs that honor personal stories. A tense face-off decides who survives, proving that creativity and sensitivity are just as important as technical skill. - Episode 8 – Premiere date: December 3, 2025
Precision becomes everything when artists must create micro-realistic postage stamp tattoos in a detail-driven Flash Challenge. Even the smallest flaw can cost someone their place as the competition tightens heading into the final stretch. - Episode 9 – Premiere date: December 10, 2025
With the finale within reach, the remaining artists design tattoos aimed directly at outshining their rivals. Strategic choices and risky concepts define the day, as one misstep sends a strong contender home just short of the end. - Episode 10 – Premiere date: December 17, 2025
In the season finale, the final four unveil their master canvas tattoos representing their full artistic range. A surprise guest judge raises the stakes, and after final critiques, one artist earns the title of Ink Master and the $250,000 prize.
Ink Master Season 17 Cast and Contestants
Host: Joel Madden (Good Charlotte)
Judges: DJ Tambe, Ryan Ashley, Nikko Hurtado
Contestants:
- Boushee Bowie – Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Alli Johnson – Kansas City, Missouri
- Isnard Barbosa – Dublin, Ireland
- Tyler Jenkins – Orlando, Florida
- Emily Sabrina Estrada – Watford City, North Dakota
- Seth Holmes – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Keahi Ikeda – Honolulu, Hawaii
- Matt Mooney – Melbourne, Australia
- Sherri Austria – Los Angeles, California
- Mike Beecher – Gillette, Wyoming
- Kyra Torres – Vancouver, Canada
- OJ Thomas – TBD
- Nadia Most – Mashhad, Iran
- Luka Lajoie – Montreal, Canada
- Teneile Napoli – Gold Coast, Australia
Is Ink Master Suitable for All Ages?
Ink Master is rated TV-14, recommended for teens and adults due to moderate language, tattoo content, and intense competition scenes. It may not be suitable for younger children.
On What Devices Can You Watch Paramount+?
Paramount+ is compatible with a wide range of devices:
- Web browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
- Mobile & tablets: iOS (15+), Android (7.0+)
- Streaming devices: Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast
- Smart TVs: Samsung, LG, Vizio, Hisense
- Game consoles: Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4 & 5
FAQs
Q1: Is Ink Master available on Netflix or Hulu?
No, Ink Master Season 17 is exclusive to Paramount+.
Q2: Who produces Ink Master?
The series is produced by Truly Original with executive producers Glenda Hersh, Steven Weinstock, Andrea Richter, Daniel Blau Rogge, and Jennifer Aguirre, with Angela Liao serving as executive in charge of production for MTV Entertainment Studios
Ink Master Season 17 Trailer
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