Fear Factor show

MTV reviving 'Fear Factor' with Ludacris as host

The network has announced plans to bring back reality competition show "Fear Factor," which challenged competitors to a series of sometimes-gross bravery-testing challenges in hopes of winning $50,000.

The show originally aired on NBC from 2001-06 and had a short revival from 2011-12.

Musician and actor Ludacris will take on duties as host, replacing Joe Rogan. Ludacris will also serve as an executive producer.