Sort by Number of Votes - Most Rated Movies and TV Shows With John Balcom

1. 30 for 30 (2009– )

TV-G | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History

A collection of documentary films focused on sports.

Stars: Brent Musburger, Chuck D, Larry Bird, William C. Rhoden

Votes: 5,541

2. Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (2003–2020)

TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

A family that has faced hardship has their dilapidated house completely rebuilt while they are away on vacation for a week.

Stars: Ty Pennington, Paul DiMeo, Michael Moloney, Tracy Hutson

Votes: 4,863

3. Undercover Boss (2010– )

TV-PG | 60 min | Reality-TV

Bosses of chain businesses go undercover to their own stores in various locations and various jobs around the store and interact with the employees. Depending on the employee's impression, ... See full summary »

Stars: Mark Keller, Brie Thiele, Stephen J. Cloobeck, Sheldon Yellen

Votes: 3,746

4. Murder Mountain (2018)

43 min | Documentary, Crime

What happens when California dreaming becomes a nightmare? When people head to Humboldt County, California in search of quick riches in the form of marijuana.

Stars: Billy Honsal, Kerry Ireland, Braden Brawner, Mike Downey

Votes: 3,540

5. My Super Sweet 16 (2005– )

TV-PG | 30 min | Documentary, Reality-TV

Spoiled rotten sixteen year old boys and girls get lavish parties throw by wealthy parents.

Stars: Mary Morrison, Quincy Brown, Shad Moss, Rachel Steiner

Votes: 3,168

6. Intervention (2005– )

TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary, Drama

Addicts try to overcome their addictions with the help of their families and others.

Stars: Candy Finnigan, Jeff VanVonderen, Ken Seeley, Donna Chavous

Votes: 3,027

7. Frontline (1983– )

TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, News

FRONTLINE is investigative journalism that questions, explains and changes our world and American television's top long-form news and current affairs series since 1983

Stars: Will Lyman, Sarah Childress, Priyanka Boghani, Arun Rath

Votes: 2,291

8. Cribs (2000– )

30 min | Music, Reality-TV

MTV's Cribs take you on exclusive tours through the domestic sanctuaries that some of today's most favorite stars call home.

Stars: Bam Margera, Kim Kardashian, Moby, Ozzy Osbourne

Votes: 1,900

9. Mountain Men (2012– )

TV-PG | 42 min | Reality-TV, Western

The mountains of North America hide dangers that few dare to face, but in spite of everything, some men have opted for this way of life in the wilderness.

Stars: D.B. Sweeney, Tom Oar, Eustace Conway, Marty Meierotto

Votes: 1,745

10. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )

TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV

Follows "The Walking Dead" star and motorcycle enthusiast Norman Reedus as he hits the open road to explore local biker culture and celebrate the best and brightest collectors, mechanics and craftsmen around the country.

Stars: Norman Reedus, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Melissa McBride, Milo Ventimiglia

Votes: 1,513

11. The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth (2016–2023)

TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary

Groundbreaking weekly docu-series that pulls back the curtain on American politics. Hosts John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jenn Palmieri go behind the scenes for an unbiased, inside look at the stories beyond the headlines.

Stars: John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon, Alex Wagner, Jennifer Palmieri

Votes: 1,342

12. Made (2003– )

44 min | Reality-TV

Teens with dreams that they can't possibly reach under normal circumstances, are given a little help from MTV & their MADE coach to reach their goals.

Stars: Indashio, Alicia Marie, Yolanda Stennett, Adrienne Houghton

Votes: 1,272

13. True Life (1998–2020)

TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Romance

MTV follows three unique persons in their everyday situations, and documents the problems and goals they face.

Stars: SuChin Pak, Gideon Yago, Michael Granatta, Domaine Javier

Votes: 1,122

14. QB1: Beyond the Lights (2017– )

TV-14 | 35 min | Documentary, Sport

Follows three high school quarterbacks from different backgrounds, playing in different environments as they face immense pressure and similar challenges in trying to be successful high school quarterbacks.

Stars: Jake Fromm, Tate Martell, Tayvon Bowers, Spencer Rattler

Votes: 975

15. 30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode: Big Shot (2013)

TV-G | 79 min | Documentary, Biography, History

In 1996, the once-dominant New York Islanders were in serious trouble. Lousy performance and poor management were driving away the hockey franchise's loyal fan base. The team hit bottom. ... See full summary »

Director: Kevin Connolly | Stars: Kevin Connolly, Wayne Gretzky, Vanessa Jova, Rick Pugliese

Votes: 735

16. The New York Times Presents (2020– )

TV-MA | 50 min | Documentary

A series of documentaries representing the unparalleled journalism and insight of The New York Times.

Stars: Rachel Abrams, Liz Day, Felicia Culotta, Joe Coscarelli

Votes: 614

17. Extinct or Alive (2018– )

45 min | Documentary, Adventure, Mystery

What if extinct animals weren't really extinct? The methods used to declare a species extinct are not as fool proof as people might assume. The search is on for wildlife adventurer and ... See full summary »

Stars: Forrest Galante, Cortni Borgerson, Nero Spannking, Jefreys Malaga

Votes: 392

18. The Weekly (2019– )

26 min | News

The Weekly is a new documentary TV series from The New York Times, bringing unparalleled journalism to the screen.

Stars: Maggie Haberman, Azam Ahmed, Bernie Sanders, Jessica Silver-Greenberg

Votes: 312

19. The Age of Influence (2023– )

TV-MA | 55 min | Documentary

Examines some of the biggest social media crises of all time to highlight the negative aspects of influencer culture.

Stars: Lauren Pepin, Gabrielle Bluestone, Allison Blackman, Davon McClinton

Votes: 222

20. The New York Times Presents (2020– )
Episode: Malfunction: The Dressing Down of Janet Jackson (2021)

TV-MA | 69 min | Documentary

In 2004, a culture war was brewing when the Super Bowl halftime show audience saw a white man expose a Black woman's breast for 9/16ths of a second. A national furor ensued. "If the culture... See full summary »

Director: Jodi Gomes | Stars: Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Tito Jackson, Danyel Smith

Votes: 218

21. Original Sin: Sex (2016– )

60 min | Documentary

Although sex is necessary for the continuation of our species, its influence goes well beyond the need to procreate. Exploring the myriad ways sex has evolved in human culture, from ancient... See full summary »

Stars: Ann Coulter, Tristan Taormino, Katie Lynn Hall, Brad Davidorf

Votes: 215

22. Slow Burn (2020)

TV-14 | 351 min | Documentary

In this adaptation of the award-winning podcast, Slow Burn's Leon Neyfakh excavates the strange subplots and forgotten characters of recent political history.

Stars: Leon Neyfakh, Connie Chung

Votes: 200

23. Fiasco (2021– )

Documentary

Leon Neyfakh transports listeners into the day-to-day reality of the country's most pivotal historical events, bringing to life the forgotten twists and turns of the past while shedding light on the present.

Stars: Leon Neyfakh, John Poindexter, Leon Panetta, George Shultz

Votes: 184

24. Original Sin: Sex (2016– )
Episode: New Normal (2016)

TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary

Sexuality is expressed in ever-changing ways. The concept of what is 'normal' when it comes to sex and gender is evolving, thanks to factors as varied as social science, gender-bending ... See full summary »

Stars: Gloria Allred, Buck Angel, Audrey Bilger, Marci Bowers

Votes: 167

25. True Crime Story: Indefensible (2021– )

Jena Friedman travels the country in this true crime series. It's less of a whodunit and more of a "Why does this keep happening?" show. She digs deep to learn how these cases reveal the ... See full summary »

Stars: Jena Friedman, Gloria Allred, Jim Rathmann, Kerrie Droban

Votes: 159

26. Turin 2006: XX Olympic Winter Games (2006)

Sport

Broadcast television coverage of the Torino 2006: XX Olympic Winter Games, an international multi-sport competition that took place in and around Turin, Piedmont, Italy (aka Torino Italy) from 10 February 2006 through 26 February 2006.

Stars: Allison Baver, Lindsey Jacobellis, Anja Pärson, Rainer Schönfelder

Votes: 142

27. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )
Episode: California: Pacific Coast Highway (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV

On this ride up the PCH, Norman and his friend Imogen check out some beach dune buggies, ride the bike of the future and drop in on a podcast.

Director: Josh Richards | Stars: Patrick Hoelck, Imogen Lehtonen, Norman Reedus

Votes: 140

28. Caribbean Life (2014– )

Reality-TV

Families leave the mainland behind and head to the Caribbean to live on island time. They'll tour gorgeous homes on white sandy beaches and search for their own affordable slice of heaven.

Stars: Korey Jackson, Brad Ryon, Shannon, Amanda Arquit

Votes: 121

29. High School Stories: Scandals, Pranks, and Controversies (2003– )

30 min | Drama, News

A reality TV series where high school students talk about pranks they pulled.

Stars: Edward M. Kelahan, Laura Henschel, Craig Keene, Tim Lamendola

Votes: 116

30. Undercover Boss (2010– )
Episode: Waste Management (2010)

TV-PG | 43 min | Reality-TV

Larry O'Donnell, the President and C.O.O. of Waste Management, works alongside his employees, cleaning porta-potties, sorting waste at one of their recycling plants, collecting garbage from... See full summary »

Directors: Phil Lott, Catherine Pappas | Stars: Mark Keller, Larry O'Donnell, Janice Moorehouse, Dare O'Donnell

Votes: 111

31. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )
Episode: Spain (2017)

TV-14 | 42 min | Reality-TV

Norman and his colleague from 'the Walking Dead' Jeffrey Dean Morgan embark on a journey from Barcelona to Valencia.

Stars: Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Norman Reedus

Votes: 108

32. Undercover Boss (2010– )
Episode: Hooters (2010)

TV-PG | 43 min | Reality-TV

When Coby Brooks, President and CEO of "Hooters" goes undercover in his own company, he finds himself struggling to keep up in a fast-paced kitchen and is, later, forced to take immediate action when a restaurant manager steps out of line.

Directors: Bengt Anderson, Randy Jones | Stars: Mark Keller, Coby Brooks

Votes: 107

33. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )
Episode: Appalachia: Blue Ridge Parkway (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV

Norman and his buddy Jason snake through the smokey mountains, hit the Dragons Tail, and party with the locals.

Stars: Sarah Merrell, Norman Reedus

Votes: 107

34. Murder Mountain (2018)
Episode: Frontier Justice (2018)

Documentary, Crime

Investigators get a lead into Garret's disappearance. Residents of Murder Mountain take the law into their own hands. A grower has growing pains.

Director: Joshua Zeman | Star: Billy Honsal

Votes: 107

35. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )
Episode: Death Valley: Dante's View (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV

Balthazar Getty and Norman Reedus spend a night in Las Vegas and then ride out to Death Valley, enjoying the epic scenery.

Stars: Balthazar Getty, Norman Reedus

Votes: 103

36. Chelsea Settles (2011– )

30 min | Reality-TV

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Stars: Chelsea Settles, Caitlin O'Connor, Devon Stewart, Jenny Star Shackleton

Votes: 102

37. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )
Episode: Louisiana: Crescent City (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV

For this ride from Lafayette to NOLA, Norman and Brent Hinds fish for crawdads, meet an alligator whisperer and get tattoos.

Star: Norman Reedus

Votes: 96

38. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )
Episode: The Keys with Peter Fonda (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV

Norman hooks up with Peter Fonda for a ride down to The Keys. They check out some unique bikes, and meet some unique people.

Stars: Peter Fonda, Norman Reedus

Votes: 95

39. Giuliani: What Happened to America's Mayor? (2023)

Documentary

The show asks how the man some considered a hero in the aftermath of 9/11 became a key architect of President Donald Trump's election conspiracies.

Stars: Al Sharpton, Rudy Giuliani, Paul Schwartzman, Errol Louis

Votes: 93

40. Hawaii Life (2013– )

Reality-TV

Americans make the move to Hawaii to find the home of their dreams in paradise.

Stars: Matt Beall, Kahea Zietz, Justin Britt, Mike Despard

Votes: 92

41. NextWorld (2008– )

60 min | Documentary

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Stars: Mason Pettit, Kevin Warwick, Richard Branson, Aubrey de Grey

Votes: 88

42. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )
Episode: Texas: Twisted Sister (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV

Norman meets a friend in Austin before hooking up with Robert Rodriguez and hitting Hill Country to discover the real Texas.

Stars: Norman Reedus, Robert Rodriguez

Votes: 85

43. Undercover Boss (2010– )
Episode: 7-Eleven (2010)

TV-PG | 43 min | Reality-TV

Joe DePinto, President and CEO of 7-Eleven, runs a tight ship. Joe is a no-nonsense former military man determined to make his company run as efficiently as possible. But he's going to give... See full summary »

Director: Roger Ross Williams | Stars: Mark Keller, Joe DePinto, Ingrid DePinto

Votes: 76

44. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )
Episode: Lowcountry (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV

Norman and comedian Dave Chappelle ride from Charleston to Savannah, stopping along the way to experience the culture and history of Lowcountry.

Stars: Dave Chappelle, Norman Reedus

Votes: 76

45. Undercover Boss (2010– )
Episode: White Castle (2010)

TV-PG | 43 min | Reality-TV

Dave Rife, the owner of White Castle, goes undercover in his own company where he accidentally ruins thousands of hamburger buns after mishandling equipment in one of his bakeries, and also... See full summary »

Director: Anthony Gonzales | Stars: Mark Keller, Dave Rife

Votes: 71

46. Undercover Boss (2010– )
Episode: Roto-Rooter (2010)

TV-PG | 43 min | Reality-TV

President and COO of Roto-Rooter Rick L. Arquilla goes undercover in his own company and finds himself overwhelmed with emotion while working alongside several employees who force him to ... See full summary »

Stars: Mark Keller, Rick L. Arquilla

Votes: 61

47. Undercover Boss (2010– )
Episode: Subway (2010)

TV-PG | 44 min | Reality-TV

Don Fertman, the Chief Development Officer for Subway restaurants, one of the world's largest food franchises, goes undercover where he must learn the endless sandwich combinations while ... See full summary »

Directors: Bengt Anderson, Brent Burnette, Phil Lott, Roger Ross Williams | Stars: Mark Keller, Fred DeLuca, Don Fertman

Votes: 59

48. Ride with Norman Reedus (2016– )
Episode: California: Joshua Tree (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV

Norman Reedus rides from Los Angeles to Joshua Tree, visits friends including Greg Nicotero, and explores Southern California's hidden gems.

Stars: Greg Nicotero, Norman Reedus

Votes: 59

49. Wide Angle (2002–2009)

60 min | Documentary

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Stars: Jay O. Sanders, Daljit Dhaliwal, Amy Hargreaves, Bev Sheehan

Votes: 57

50. Undercover Boss (2010– )
Episode: Churchill Downs (2010)

TV-PG | 43 min | Reality-TV

Bill Carstanjen, COO of Churchill Downs, Inc., the corporation famously known for its Kentucky Derby, goes undercover at his own racetracks where he faces his fear of horses head-on, and is... See full summary »

Directors: Brent Burnette, Catherine Pappas | Stars: Mark Keller, Bill Carstanjen, Julia Carstanjen

Votes: 57