Reality Bites Back

Reality Bites Back

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.

Comedy

Seasons

1. Big Mother (a.k.a. Extreme Manipulation: House Edition)

Air Date: 2008-07-17

The contestants' parents live with them for four days. Parody of Extreme Makeover and Big Brother

2. Shock of Love

Air Date: 2008-07-24

Competitors must seduce foul-mouthed comedian Luenell Campbell. Parody of Rock of Love and Surreal Life

3. The Biggest Chubby

Air Date: 2008-07-31

The comedians compete to gain the most weight. Parody of The Biggest Loser

4. Almost American Gladiators

Air Date: 2008-08-07

A series of immigration-themed physical challenges are presented to the contestants. Parody of American Gladiators and Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?

5. So You Think You Can Dive?

Air Date: 2008-08-14

The contestants participate in a diving competition. Parody of So You Think You Can Dance, The Bachelor, and The Apprentice

6. Hunting With The Stars

Air Date: 2008-08-21

Contestants are paired with D-list celebrities. Parody of Dancing with the Stars

7. The Amazing Disgrace

Air Date: 2008-08-28

The bickering escalates in a number of shame and humiliation-based challenges. Parody of The Amazing Race, Deadliest Catch, and Deal or No Deal

8. American Surv-idoler's Kitchen

Air Date: 2008-09-04

The contestants navigate a mash-up of challenges. Parody of American Idol, Survivor, and Hell's Kitchen

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Rating

10.0/10

Release Date

2008-07-17

Episodes

8 (1 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Michael Ian Black

Michael Ian Black

Host

Kyle Cease

Kyle Cease

Donnell Rawlings

Donnell Rawlings

Amy Schumer

Amy Schumer

Tiffany Haddish

Tiffany Haddish

Bert Kreischer

Bert Kreischer

Theo Von

Theo Von