For Real: The Story of Reality TV

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For Real: The Story of Reality TVHosted 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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E! • Aired May 06, 2021 • 44mS1, EP7 "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.

E! • Aired Apr 29, 2021 • 44mS1, EP6 "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."

E! • Aired Apr 22, 2021 • 44mS1, EP5 "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."

E! • Aired Apr 15, 2021 • 44mS1, EP4 "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.

E! • Aired Apr 08, 2021 • 44mS1, EP3 "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.

E! • Aired Apr 01, 2021 • 44mS1, EP2 "Is it Real?"Andy Cohen reunites four original cast members of "The Real World," "Survivor," and "Big Brother."

E! • Aired Mar 25, 2021 • 44mS1, EP1 "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.

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.

Original Air Date: Mar 25, 2021

Genres: DocuseriesTV Series

Rating: TVPG

Playback: HD

1 seasons available on demand (7 episodes)

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