Project Runway’ Season 22 Promises Biggest Fashion Battle Yet as New Details Finally Emerge

Fans of Project Runway are finally getting major new updates about the highly anticipated Season 22 — and producers are promising the biggest season in the show’s history.

According to newly released information, Season 22 is officially set to premiere this July across Hulu, Disney+ and Freeform, marking the franchise’s second season under Disney’s revamped version of the competition.

One of the biggest surprises is the cast size. For the first time ever, the season will reportedly feature 22 designers competing against each other, making it the largest cast in Project Runway history.

Supermodel Heidi Klum is returning once again as host, alongside judge Nina Garcia and celebrity stylist Law Roach. Former winner Christian Siriano will also continue serving as mentor for the designers.

However, one major absence continues causing controversy among longtime fans: Tim Gunn will not return for Season 22. Gunn recently revealed he was never asked back, calling the situation “devastating,” which immediately sparked backlash online from viewers who still consider him one of the heart and soul figures of the franchise.

Meanwhile, fan reactions online remain extremely divided. Some viewers are excited about the larger cast, celebrity guest appearances, and bigger production scale, while others continue criticizing Season 21 and worrying the show may focus too heavily on drama instead of fashion.

Rumors are also swirling about crossover appearances from stars connected to RuPaul’s Drag Race, including Q and Plane Jane, after both were reportedly spotted filming content connected to the new season in New York City.

Producers have also teased celebrity guest judges and crossover appearances from other Disney and Hulu reality stars throughout the season, suggesting Season 22 may become one of the franchise’s most ambitious and chaotic eras yet.

With a record-breaking number of contestants, growing online debate, and fans already dissecting every teaser frame released so far, anticipation for Project Runway Season 22 continues exploding across social media ahead of its summer premiere.