Series · 2008
Reality Bites Back
The series
Reality Bites Back is a reality show hosted by Michael Ian Black that parodies various reality show formats. It premiered July 17, 2008 on Comedy Central. The name is derived from the 1994 film Reality Bites.
Episodes
Season 1 · 8 episodes · 2008
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Episode 117 Jul 200830m
Big Mother (a.k.a. Extreme Manipulation: House Edition)
The contestants' parents live with them for four days. Parody of Extreme Makeover and Big Brother
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Episode 224 Jul 200830m
Shock of Love
Competitors must seduce foul-mouthed comedian Luenell Campbell. Parody of Rock of Love and Surreal Life
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Episode 331 Jul 200830m
The Biggest Chubby
The comedians compete to gain the most weight. Parody of The Biggest Loser
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Episode 47 Aug 200830m
Almost American Gladiators
A series of immigration-themed physical challenges are presented to the contestants. Parody of American Gladiators and Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?
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Episode 514 Aug 200830m
So You Think You Can Dive?
The contestants participate in a diving competition. Parody of So You Think You Can Dance, The Bachelor, and The Apprentice
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Episode 621 Aug 200830m
Hunting With The Stars
Contestants are paired with D-list celebrities. Parody of Dancing with the Stars
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Episode 728 Aug 200830m
The Amazing Disgrace
The bickering escalates in a number of shame and humiliation-based challenges. Parody of The Amazing Race, Deadliest Catch, and Deal or No Deal
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Episode 84 Sep 200830m
American Surv-idoler's Kitchen
The contestants navigate a mash-up of challenges. Parody of American Idol, Survivor, and Hell's Kitchen
Cast
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