A behind-the-scenes report from day 29’s episode two of The Runner, go90’s cross-country chase reality competition produced by Matt Damon and Ben Affleck.
Archives for July 2016
American Grit renewed, and is now casting
Fox’s American Grit, the John Cena-hosted competition series that eliminated its contestants via endurance challenges, has been renewed for a second season. There are no details in the announcement except that John Cena is returning as host and executive producer, and that the show is currently seeking cast members. Applications are being accepted now through… continue reading
A blindfolded kissing series, plus a hip hop revival of Hollywood Squares
FYI’s Kiss Bang Love will start with blindfolded kisses, while VH1 is bringing back Hip Hop Squares, a version of the classic game show Hollywood Squares.
American Ninja Warrior contestant made the warped wall even crazier
Jake Murray tackled the warped wall in a surprising, incredible new way during the American Ninja Warrior finals in Indianapolis.
Watch his run.
Netflix and Amazon’s unscripted food series will face off
Both Amazon’s Eat the World with Emeril Lagasse and Netflix’s Chef’s Table: France will debut on the exact same day in September.
Project Greenlight, cancelled by HBO, is looking for a new home
There will not be a Project Greenlight season five on HBO, but Matt Damon and Ben Affleck are looking for a new home for it, perhaps Netflix or Amazon.
A few more details about fall Big Brother 19
More details about a forthcoming fall season of Big Brother 19, which could be broadcast online only, on CBS’ streaming platform CBS All Access.
How Real Housewives opening titles are filmed
Who decides which star of each The Real Housewives season gets center billing in the show’s opening title sequence? And how is it filmed? Answers.
Big Brother will air season 19 this fall
Update, Aug. 2: One week after this story was published, other media outlets are now confirming that Big Brother will air on CBS All Access only this fall. Original story: Big Brother will air its 19th season this fall, I’ve learned, making it only the second season in its history to air outside of the summer…. continue reading
Review: UnReal season two fails, as a drama and reality TV satire
A review of season two of Lifetime’s UnReal, which has lost its way in season two, and instead has become just like the worst of reality TV.
A former Big Brother houseguest just sold her company for $1.2 billion
Jamie Kern, who appeared on season one of CBS’ Big Brother, has sold her makeup and skin care company IT Cosmetics to L’Oreal for $1.2 billion.
Big Brother’s Battle Back: the best bring-back twist yet, thanks to the challenges
A recap and review of Big Brother 18’s Battle Back, which brought back an evicted houseguest (Glenn, Jozea, Victor, Bronte, Tiffany) after four challenges.
Interview: Homestead Rescue’s Marty Raney on how the show is produced
An interview with Marty Raney about his Discovery Channel show Homestead Rescue, which he says is authentic. One couple featured, however, was not happy.
VH1’s Top Model reboot announces its new host and judges
The judges and host for America’s Next Top Model 23, which will air on VH1, have been announced. Producer Tyra Banks will also appear on the new season.
Review: The Runner is an exciting competition that was worth the wait
A review of go90’s The Runner, the Matt Damon and Ben Affleck-produced series that offers thrilling daily episodes and cash for viewers.