Over its 18-season run, Project Runway has remained at the top of its genre. It has consistently delivered in its fresh designs, diversity of talent, and jaw-dropping glamour. It's had some missteps along the way, but according to IMDb voters, it has consistently delivered throughout its run.
In terms of the rankings displayed here, this discussion is surrounding the main series of Project Runway, therefore, ignoring spin-offs like Juniors and All Stars. Each score is based on an average of each episode that IMDb considered a part of the season's run. Season 19 will be making its return soon, with production starting in the near future.
10 Season 14: 6.7
Season 14 kicked off with a bang and some strong scores with its debut and early episodes. Boasting both the intro episode "Road to the Runway" and a reunion, which brought the ratings down slightly, the main season was compromised of 14 episodes.
Some brilliant guest judges including Ashley Tisdale and Bella Thorne of Disney Channel fame made an appearance and there were some truly unique challenges. Highlights include "Broadway Or Bust," where the designers had to create outfits inspired by famous stage shows, and "The Runway's in 3D!," where 3D printing techniques were utilized. The season was won by designer Ashley Nell Tipton.
9 Season 8: 6.8
Season 8's scores do not include a run-up show or a reunion piece as these were less common earlier into Project Runway's run. However, by Season 8 the show had found its footing and began to really recognize and work with some of its core strengths.
The crop of talent for the season was truly extraordinary, with Gretchen Jones being one of the most controversial wins of the show. She beat the beloved Mondo Guerra who would later make his mark in All Stars' "There's a Pattern Here," in which the designers had to create their own patterned fabric.
8 Season 11: 6.8
"Road To The Runway" and the reunion special were back again for Season 11, which benefitted from a hot start to the show with the reveal of a team challenge. The low point of the season came when the teams had to design garments for the famous Thunder from Down Under show but quickly rose to success again with "The Art of Fashion" textiles challenge.
The 15-episode run once again had some truly tremendous talent. Ultimately, Michelle Lesniak Franklin would claim the top crown and leave Project Runway as the victor, as she continued to demonstrate a unique style throughout the various challenges.
7 Season 12: 6.8
Season 12 demonstrated that Project Runway had really found its groove and was capable of delivering consistent quality. Some staple challenges had been formed and the intro and reunion shows had become a mainstay.
Dom Streater would be named the winner of this season after facing some of the toughest challenges to date. The show once again hooked viewers with this season's bizarre challenge of designing clothing from parachutes. The glamping challenge was also a fun twist on the conventional.
6 Season 9: 6.9
Season 9 really delivered throughout its run and that's largely due to the personalities. Anya Ayoung-Chee was named the winner of the season after showcasing a huge variety of beautiful fabrics and a clear style in all of her work.
Oddly enough, Season 9 boasted a "Behind the Seam,s" episode which brought its IMDb score down slightly and was also damaged by episodes such as "Image is Everything," in which designers had to create outfits for an edgy up-and-coming band. But Exotic Birds week was definitely a welcome departure from the norm.
5 Season 6: 7.0
Considering how early into Project Runway's run this season was, it's surprising how hard it really hit it out of the park. A set of talented designers elevated each challenge, with Irina Shabayeva ultimately taking home the crown thanks to her unique outlook on her designs.
A memorable moment of the season was certainly "Lights, Camera, Sew!," in which contestants had to design outfits based upon famous film genres.
4 Season 15: 7.1
By Season 15, Project Runway had totally come into its own. With a long list of winners and a series of accolades under its belt, Erin Robertson took home the title after a number of impressive prints in the finale.
The show launched with the unconventional materials challenge. which immediately pushed the skills of the designers and moved into a number of different avenues including swimwear and a pop-up shop. Looking to evolve still,l Season 15 might have been one of the best for capitalizing on recent trends.
3 Season 10: 7.1
Season 10 was definitely a great season for fashion lovers and one that brought with it a host of unique personalities. In fact, the season finale might have been one of the most closely contested to date, bringing with it a variety of ratings from IMDb.
Dmitry Sholokhov was ultimately named champion for the show's 10th outing, as he looked to bring some contemporary and unique designs into his work. With some team challenges, a makeover episode, and a live runway show in New York, the showrunners certainly kept the contestants on their toes.
2 Season 13: 7.1
Season 13 definitely contained some unique personalities, with Sean Kelly ultimately chosen to grace the hallowed halls of Project Runway winners. As one of the biggest seasons of the show, Season 13 stepped things up a notch with the scale of some of their challenges.
The American Girl Store episode was one of the highlights of the season, as was the avant-garde challenge, which garnered one of the show's best ratings in its IMDb history at 8.5. The contestants even got to design clothing for a rock star's wedding day.
1 Season 16: 7.5
By Season 16, Project Runway had been cemented as the top of its genre. While other competition shows might have been in development, Season 16 demonstrated just why Project Runway has been such a hit.
Won by the inventive Kentaro Kameyama, every contestant truly brought their all at each stage, elevating one another to greatness. With the show constantly bringing in episode ratings above 7 on IMDb, viewers awed at mesmerizing designs amidst the controversy of a cheating scandal. Breast cancer survivors, health and safety workers, and those "on the go" are just some of the people the designers created art for.
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April 30, 2021 at 05:30AM
