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Season 1 – For Real: The Story of Reality TV

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Hosted by Andy Cohen, "For Real: The Story of Reality TV" explores the evolution of the genre, as it is told by its creators and stars. Episodes focus on topics such as celebreality, dating shows, reality competition series, shocking and eye-opening programs, makeover shows and more. "For Real" features interviews with the biggest names in reality TV, such as the Kardashians, the Osbournes, Julie Chen, Carson Kressley, Richard Hatch, Kendra Wilkinson, Mama June, and women from the "Real Housewives" franchise.
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John Anderson Wall Street Journal 03/25/2021
In deference to its subjects, self-reflection is all but absent from the show. And if a viewer is expecting any deep dive into the cultural importance of reality TV, this seven-part Andy Cohen-hosted series is here not to deliver. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Andy Cohen

Host

Gil Goldschein

Executive Producer

Julie Pizzi

Executive Producer

Lauren Lazin

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 25, 2021 Celebs: Just Like Us!? The Osbournes, the Kardashians, Kendra Wilkinson and Danny Bonaduce reveal the pros and cons of being pioneers in the celeb-reality genre; Andy ambushes Kim, Khloe, Kourtney and Kris on set for behind-the-scenes stories of their series. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 1, 2021 Is it Real? Andy Cohen reunites four original cast members of "The Real World," "Survivor," and "Big Brother." Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 8, 2021 Addicted to Love Stars of "90 Day Fiance," "Catfish," "Rock of Love" and "Temptation Island" reveal what really happened when they searched for love on reality TV. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 15, 2021 How the Other Half Lives Andy Cohen looks at reality TV's fascination with the wealthy, plus how hit shows like "Jersey Shore" turned regular people into mega-stars. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 22, 2021 Makeover My Life Carson Kressley, Tabatha Coffey, Ty Pennington, Thom Filicia and Bob Harper share secrets; Andy Cohen meets up with past contestants from "The Swan," "The Biggest Loser" and "Queer Eye For the Straight Guy." Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 29, 2021 Shock and Awe Andy Cohen looks at how boundary-pushing TV not only shocks and disgusts, with shows like "Fear Factor," but also informs like "Botched;" they celebrate previously marginalized groups with shows such as "I am Jazz" and "RuPaul's Drag Race." Details Episode 7 Aired May 6, 2021 Make It Work Andy Cohen and stars of "America's Next Top Model," "American Idol" and "The Apprentice" reveal secrets of reality competition shows; a discussion of Black Girl Magic and reality TV with Vivica A. Fox and Kandi Burruss. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Gil Goldschein, Julie Pizzi, Lauren Lazin
Network
E!
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 25, 2021