why was ridiculousness cancelled

Ridiculousness was cancelled by MTV in late 2025 after 14 years and 46 seasons. The decision appears tied to a broader restructuring at the network following Paramount Global’s merger activity, with executives signaling a shift toward a “more curated slate” and fresh, diverse voices rather than continuing to rely heavily on a long-running clip-show format. Existing first- run episodes will continue to air through 2026, but no new seasons are planned. [sources indicate the cancellation was part of MTV’s reimagining of its programming landscape amid corporate changes]