Best Reality Shows/ Competitiion Shows
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1. Dancing with the Stars (I) (2005– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Family, Music, Reality-TV
U.S. reality show based on the British series "Strictly Come Dancing," where celebrities partner up with professional dancers and compete against each other in weekly elimination rounds to determine a winner.
Stars: Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, Tom Bergeron, Len Goodman
Votes: 10,471
2. So You Think You Can Dance (2005– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Music, Reality-TV
Qualified dancers from ballroom and ballet to salsa, jive and hip-hop all compete to be named the best.
Stars: Cat Deeley, Nigel Lythgoe, Mark Thompson, Mary Murphy
Votes: 10,761
3. The Voice (2011– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Music, Reality-TV
Four famous musicians search for the best voices in America and will mentor these singers to become artists. America will decide which singer will be worthy of the grand prize.
Stars: Carson Daly, Blake Shelton, Adam Levine, Christina Aguilera
Votes: 13,328
4. Rising Star (I) (2014)
Game-Show, Music, Reality-TV
A musical talent show, in which contestants showcase their talent and the viewers are the judges, voting through an application during song performances.
Stars: Josh Groban, Ludacris, Kesha, Brad Paisley
Votes: 235
5. The Amazing Race (2001– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Adventure, Family, Reality-TV
Multiple teams race around the globe for $1,000,000 to 'amazing' locations.
Stars: Phil Keoghan, Joyce Agu, Uchenna Agu, Jet McCoy
Votes: 15,514
6. Ultimate Beastmaster (2017–2018)
TV-Y7 | 55 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Eighteen competitors from six countries compete against each other in an intense obstacle course for cash prizes, individual glory and national pride.
Stars: Luis Ernesto Franco, Anderson Silva, Tiki Barber, Rafinha Bastos
Votes: 2,753
7. Fear Factor (I) (2001–2012)
TV-PG | 60 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV, Thriller
Doing scary stuff to win prizes.
Stars: Joe Rogan, Monica Gonzales, Meghan Allen, Meg Daleske
Votes: 7,243
8. Jersey Shore (2009–2012)
TV-14 | 40 min | Comedy, Reality-TV, Romance
A reality-based look at the vapid lives of several New Jersey 20-somethings and their respective friends and/or hook-ups.
Stars: Paul 'Pauly D' DelVecchio, Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola, Nicole Polizzi, Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino
Votes: 24,504
9. American Ninja Warrior (2009– )
TV-PG | 40 min | Action, Game-Show, Reality-TV
Contestants run, jump, crawl, climb, hang, and swing through crazy obstacles as they compete to become the next American Ninja champion.
Stars: Matt Iseman, Akbar Gbajabiamila, Kristine Leahy, Jenn Brown
Votes: 4,267
10. 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
11. Top Shot (2010–2013)
Reality-TV, Sport
Sharp shooters compete in situations based on historical events.
Stars: Colby Donaldson, Jamie Franks, Brian Zins, Joe Serafini
Votes: 1,565
12. Deadliest Warrior (2009– )
42 min | Action, Game-Show, History
The great warriors of history are examined for fantasy combat simulations.
Stars: Geoff Desmoulin, Armand Dorian, Max Geiger, Richard Machowicz
Votes: 3,543
13. Jackass (2000–2007)
TV-14 | 535 min | Action, Comedy, Reality-TV
The cast performs various crazy stunts for our amusement.
Stars: Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, Chris Pontius, Dave England
Votes: 27,621
14. Wildboyz (2003–2006)
TV-MA | 30 min | Documentary, Adventure, Comedy
The "Wildboyz", Steve-O and Chris Pontius, interact with different animals and travel around the globe.
Stars: Chris Pontius, Steve-O, Manny Puig, Johnny Knoxville
Votes: 5,129
15. Man vs. Wild (2006–2020)
TV-PG | 60 min | Adventure, Reality-TV
Bear Grylls travels the world in search of challenges to his survival skills.
Stars: Bear Grylls, Chris Kratt, Will Ferrell, Joe Rest
Votes: 23,262
16. Zoboomafoo (1999–2001)
TV-Y | 29 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Chris and Martin Kratt bring their enthusiasm for animals to the pre-school set.
Stars: Martin Kratt, Chris Kratt, Gord Robertson, Samantha Tolkacz
Votes: 3,678
17. The X Factor UK (2004–2024)
60 min | Documentary, Game-Show, Music
British singing competition in which contestants sing cover songs to try and impress judges and voting viewers.
Stars: Louis Walsh, Simon Cowell, Dermot O'Leary, Sharon Osbourne
Votes: 4,874
18. American Idol (2002– )
TV-PG | 42 min | Documentary, Game-Show, Music
Twelve American finalists (six men and six women) compete in a singing contest.
Stars: Ryan Seacrest, Mark Thompson, Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell
Votes: 22,212
19. America's Got Talent (2006– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Family, Game-Show
A weekly talent competition where an array of performers -- from singers and dancers, to comedians and novelty acts -- vie for a $1 million cash prize.
Stars: Howie Mandel, Nick Cannon, Heidi Klum, Simon Cowell
Votes: 10,619
20. David Tutera's CELEBrations (2008– )
60 min | Reality-TV
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Stars: David Tutera, Sarah Lafleur, Ashley Ready, Cynthia Pinot
Votes: 238
21. World of Dance (2017–2020)
TV-PG | 60 min | Family, Music, Reality-TV
Dancers perform in front of a panel of judges to compete for $1 million and the title of "Best in the World."
Stars: Jennifer Lopez, Derek Hough, Ne-Yo, Jenna Dewan
Votes: 1,358
22. America's Next Top Model (2003–2018)
TV-PG | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
A cyclical competition in which women from all over the U.S. compete for the honor of being America's next "it girl" in the modeling world.
Stars: Adrianne Curry, Yoanna House, Tyra Banks, J. Alexander
Votes: 18,462
23. The Bachelor (2002– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV, Romance
A single bachelor dates multiple women over several weeks, narrowing them down to hopefully find his true love.
Stars: Chris Harrison, Brad Womack, Jesse Palmer, Sean Lowe
Votes: 7,583
24. The Bachelorette (2003– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV, Romance
A single bachelorette dates multiple men over several weeks, narrowing them down to hopefully find her true love.
Stars: Chris Harrison, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Tayshia Adams, Jesse Palmer
Votes: 5,933
25. Bachelor in Paradise (2011– )
TV-14 | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV, Romance
Contestants from the Bachelor and Bachelorette from previous seasons have another chance to fall in love in Bachelor in Paradise with other previous contestants.
Stars: Wells Adams, Chris Harrison, Carly Waddell, Jared Haibon
Votes: 2,060
26. The Late Late Show with James Corden (2015–2023)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
A late-night talk show with a different interview format, where guests appear on stage simultaneously and the host sits to the left and not behind a desk, and with original segments like 'Carpool Karaoke'.
Stars: James Corden, Reggie Watts, Louis Waymouth, Harry Styles
Votes: 10,962
27. Rhythm + Flow (2019– )
TV-MA | 52 min | Music, Reality-TV
Global superstars Cardi B, Chance the Rapper, and T.I. search for the next breakout hip-hop star.
Stars: Cardi B, Chance the Rapper, Tip 'T.I.' Harris, Caleb Colossus
Votes: 1,771
28. World's Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji (2020)
TV-14 | 45 min | Adventure, Game-Show, Reality-TV
The ultimate team survival competition pits contestants in a series of grueling activities in a race around the globe.
Stars: Bear Grylls, Tashi Malik, Nathan Fa'avae, Adrian Crane
Votes: 1,693
29. Project Runway (2004– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Reality-TV
Aspiring fashion designers compete for a chance to break into the industry in this reality competition. Each week, a designer is eliminated from the competition after exhibiting their work in front of a judges' panel.
Stars: Nina Garcia, Tim Gunn, Heidi Klum, Michael Kors
Votes: 11,659
30. The Circle (2020– )
TV-MA | 48 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Players start off isolated in an apartment, and with their online interactions as their only means of any communication. The players use a social media platform called "The Circle".
Stars: Michelle Buteau, Shubham Goel, Deleesa St Agathe, Chloe Veitch
Votes: 8,183
31. Are You the One? (2014– )
TV-14 | 41 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV, Romance
Contestants stay for 10 weeks in a holiday destination to win $1 million and hopefully find love.
Stars: Ryan Devlin, Terrence Jenkins, Lewis Belt, Maria Elizondo
Votes: 2,868
32. Prank Encounters (2019–2021)
TV-MA | 24 min | Comedy, Horror, Reality-TV
takes two complete strangers who each think they're starting their first day at a new job. It's business as usual until their paths collide and these part-time jobs turn into full-time nightmares.
Stars: David Storrs, Gaten Matarazzo, Peter Giles, Henry Dittman
Votes: 3,100
33. Impractical Jokers (2011– )
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Reality-TV
Q, Sal, Joe and Murr are real-life best friends who love challenging each other to the most outrageous dares and stunts ever caught on hidden camera.
Stars: James Murray, Brian Quinn, Sal Vulcano, Joe Gatto
Votes: 45,701
34. Too Hot to Handle (2020– )
TV-MA | 40 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV, Romance
On the shores of paradise, gorgeous singles meet and mingle. But there's a twist. To win a $100,000 grand prize, they'll have to give up sex.
Stars: Desiree Burch, Emily Miller, Carly Lawrence, Cam Holmes
Votes: 14,820
35. Project Runway All Stars (2012– )
60 min | Reality-TV
Past designers come back to compete for another chance to be the winner of Project Runway.
Stars: Georgina Chapman, Isaac Mizrahi, Alyssa Milano, Zanna Roberts Rassi
Votes: 1,906
36. The Mole (2022– )
TV-MA | 45 min | Adventure, Game-Show, Mystery
It follows twelve players as they work together in challenges to add money to a pot that only one of them will win.
Stars: Alex Wagner, William James Richardson, Joi Schweitzer, Kesi Neblett
Votes: 3,899
37. 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
38. Physical: 100 (2023– )
TV-14 | 50 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
One hundred contestants in top physical shape compete in a series of grueling challenges to claim the honor - and cash reward - as the last one standing.
Stars: Beom-Seok Hong, Hee-Dong Son, Jing-Yong Park, Jung-Myung Cho
Votes: 10,202
39. The Crocodile Hunter (1996–2004)
TV-G | 60 min | Documentary, Action, Adventure
Steve and wife Terri educate and entertain on the subject of Australia's all too often dangerous wildlife.
Stars: Steve Irwin, Terri Irwin, Wes Mannion, Conan O'Brien
Votes: 3,162
40. Lip Sync Battle (2015–2019)
TV-PG | 30 min | Game-Show, Music
Varieties of celebrities pair up to do battle each week using lip sync as their weapon to out do each other. The audience is the judge, deciding which candidate does the best lip sync performance.
Stars: C.J. Tyson, LL Cool J, Chrissy Teigen, Ksyn Cason
Votes: 3,882
41. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Jimmy Fallon hosts the Tonight Show and interviews celebrities, plays games with them and has a musical or comedic guest perform.
Stars: Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, Steve Higgins, Questlove
Votes: 19,010
42. Below Deck (2013– )
TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV
Follows the crew of a multi million dollar charter boat in the Caribbean.
Stars: Lee Rosbach, Kate Chastain, Eddie Lucas, Rachel Hargrove
Votes: 5,007
43. Wild 'N Out (2005– )
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy
Watch as Nick Cannon and a new A-list celebrity lead a team of improv comedians each week as they compete against each other in the new show: Nick Cannon Presents Wild 'N Out.
Stars: Nick Cannon, DJ D-Wrek, Chico Bean, Emmanuel Hudson
Votes: 2,598
44. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music
A famous guest host stars in parodies and sketches created by the cast of this witty show.
Stars: The Saturday Night Live Band, Don Pardo, Darrell Hammond, Kenan Thompson
Votes: 52,642
45. Perfect Match (2023– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Reality-TV, Romance
Couples who prove their compatibility gain the power to make or break other matches in this strategic and seductive dating competition.
Stars: Nick Lachey, Francesca Farago, Joey Sasso, Dom Gabriel
Votes: 1,715
46. Love in the Wild (2011–2012)
60 min | Reality-TV
An enticing series in which coupling takes place randomly and the journey to search for love begins despite challenges and annoying partners. The best couple gets a chance to tour the world together.
Stars: Jesse Wilson, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Darren McMullen, Tim Parrish
Votes: 447
47. Iron Chef America: The Series (2004–2018)
TV-G | 60 min | Reality-TV
America's chefs battle the food wizardry of the resident Iron Chefs.
Stars: Alton Brown, Mark Dacascos, Kevin Brauch, Bobby Flay
Votes: 2,302
48. Beat Bobby Flay (2013– )
TV-G | 30 min | Game-Show
Two contestants battle it out to face Bobby Flay. The victor faces Bobby Flay with their own signature dish. Who can beat the Flayster?
Stars: Bobby Flay, Alex Guarnaschelli, Anne Burrell, Scott Conant
Votes: 1,476
49. Iron Chef (1993–2002)
60 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Chefs from all over the world come to fight a culinary battle against one of President Kaga's "Iron Chefs". They have one hour to prepare a meal where each dish must prominently feature the special ingredient of the day.
Stars: Chen Kenichi, Hiroyuki Sakai, Wayne LeGette, Rokusaburo Michiba
Votes: 1,574
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