For Real: The Story of Reality TV
TV Show · Reality

Andy Cohen explores the genre of reality TV: dating, competition, makeover shows, 'celeb-reality' and more. Features the Kardashians, the Osbournes, Carson Kressley, Julie Chen, Mama June, Real Housewives, and more.

2021 · 43m
Starring Andy Cohen

Season 1

  • EPISODE 1
    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, Khloé, Kourtney and Kris on set for behind-the-scenes stories of their series.
    41m
  • EPISODE 2
    Is it Real?
    Andy Cohen reunites four original cast members of The Real World, Survivor, and Big Brother, to find out the reality behind the scenes.
    41m
  • EPISODE 3
    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.
    41m
  • EPISODE 4
    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.
    41m
  • EPISODE 5
    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."
    41m
  • EPISODE 6
    Shock and Awe
    Host Andy Cohen looks at how TV not only shocks and disgusts, with shows like Bad Girls Club, Mama June: From Not to Hot and Fear Factor, but also informs with shows like Botched; celebrates previously marginalized groups with shows like I am Jazz.
    40m

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Cast & Crew

  • Andy Cohen
    Host
  • Gil Goldschein
    Producer
  • J‌P
    Julie Pizzi
    Producer
  • L‌L
    Lauren Lazin
    Producer

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For Real: The Story of Reality TV

Reality

Andy Cohen explores the genre of reality TV: dating, competition, makeover shows, 'celeb-reality' and more. Features the Kardashians, the Osbournes, Carson Kressley, Julie Chen, Mama June, Real Housewives, and more.

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Released
2021
Region of Origin
United States
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