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Season 1 – UnREAL

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Reality shows are often full of drama, but in the case of dating show "Everlasting," there may be more drama behind the scenes than there is in front of the camera. Executive producer Quinn commands her staff to get dramatic and outrageous footage for the show, which forces young producer Rachel to manipulate the relationships among the contestants to get the show's final cut to match Quinn's vision of it. As the show's featured singles look for their dream mates, staff members deal with their own romantic predicaments behind the scenes.
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UnREAL — Season 1

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The revealing and thought-provoking UnREAL uses reality TV as a suitably soapy springboard for absorbing drama.

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Soraya Nadia McDonald Andscape 06/27/2018
It feeds your suspicions about the television industry, where everyone's ethics are warped by a pursuit of power and money. Go to Full Review Melinda Houston Sydney Morning Herald 06/13/2017
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In a pilot ep that's crammed with characters, exposition, gags and events -- all handled superbly -- we hook into a number of "journeys" that promise to make UnREAL as satisfying as it is hilarious. Go to Full Review Ellen E Jones Independent (UK) 10/26/2015
UnREAL is a show for people who hate the inhumanity of reality television and yet still find themselves drawn to it. It's sharply critical of the old tricks, yet not above using some of them to entertain. Go to Full Review Randy Dankievitch TV Over Mind 03/06/2020
The show's ability to explore human manipulation and psychology is unparalleled, but it wouldn't be half as fun to watch without the performances of Shiri Appleby and Constance Zimmer at the core. Go to Full Review Andy Dehnart Reality Blurred 02/27/2020
In its first hour alone, there's far more truth and reality on UnREAL than there is in the reality series that inspired it, ABC's The Bachelor. Go to Full Review Nick Venable CinemaBlend 06/23/2018
While most reality television is so ridiculous that some shows can serve as parodies of themselves, Marti Noxon and Sarah Gertrude Shapiro had the brilliant idea to spin a scripted series out of that madness. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Josh Aug 13 Upon first introduction to this ravishing tale, I was hooked! The point of view from behind the steamy scenes of a fictional love reality tv show, UnREAL brings every bit of guilty pleasuring taste to your palette. With continuous grit, this action soaked, romance defiant, chaotic drama series is what you need! See more ryan b 01/18/2025 This show has some of the worst writing and acting I've seen in a long time. It's a bummer because the premise is good, but everything else is lacking. Probably a good cringe watch if you're into that. See more Ethan S 11/16/2024 Refreshing script, perfect casting. See more Kristina C 10/22/2024 This show takes you all over the map with emotions! Love this show!!! See more eden s 11/26/2020 The portrayal of Quinn by Constance Zimmer is flawless and delicious. See more 07/03/2019 the first season was by far the best of the 4. it's a great twisty-drama, it really pulls you into it all. See more Read all reviews
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Shiri Appleby

Rachel Goldberg

Constance Zimmer

Quinn King

Craig Bierko

Chet

Freddie Stroma

Adam Cromwell

Josh Kelly

Jeremy

Siobhan Williams

Lizzie

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 1, 2015 Return A young staffer at a dating competition show is tasked with manipulating relationships among the contestants in order to get dramatic footage for the show. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 8, 2015 Relapse A family tragedy strikes one of the girls; Quinn continues to push boundaries; Rachel's old laptop falls into the wrong hands. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 15, 2015 Mother Rachel is forced to ask her mother for financial support; Adam's best friend is asked to choose three of the women for a romantic dinner date with Adam; Quinn tends to Chet; Lizzie discovers details about Jeremy and Rachel's history. Details Episode 4 Aired Jun 22, 2015 Wife A tabloid story exposes news about Adam's past; Rachel has to produce a romantic date at Adam's vineyard; Quinn revisits an old relationship; Jeremy receives a promotion. Details Episode 5 Aired Jun 29, 2015 Truth The crew heads to Mississippi for Faith's hometown date with Adam; Rachel makes a startling discovery about Faith; Jeremy and Rachel attempt to mend their friendship; Quinn sues Chet; Shia takes drastic measures to boost a girl's popularity. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 6, 2015 Fly Adam meets Mary's family when the show arranges their one-on-one date; Rachel and Quinn make questionable decisions while trying to win a bet. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 13, 2015 Savior When tragedy strikes the set, the contestants and everyone behind the scenes are all affected. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 20, 2015 Two As the final elimination ceremony approaches, Adam is offered an interesting proposal; Rachel is pulled between Jeremy and Adam; Chet makes a decision about his relationship with Quinn. Details Episode 9 Aired Jul 27, 2015 Princess Rachel deals with the repercussions of her impulsive decision; Quinn and Rachel question their future as producers; the final three contestants return to Adam's vineyard. Details Episode 10 Aired Aug 3, 2015 Future An unwanted guest returns to the set; Rachel faces a betrayal; Adam makes a large, life-changing decision. Details

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UnREAL — Season 1

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Robert M. Sertner, Sally DeSipio
Network
Lifetime
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 1, 2015