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Explore with Cohen a theme or moment from reality television and sit down with the biggest names in the unscripted world.

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Season 1

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1. Celebs: Just Like Us!?Now viewing2021-03-2543m10.0The Osbournes, The Kardashians, Kendra Wilkinson and Danny Bonaduce reveal the pros and cons of pioneering "celebreality." Host Andy Cohen ambushes Kim, Khloe, Kourtney and Kris on set for behind the scenes stories of their iconic series.
2. Is It Real?2021-04-0143mFind out what was real and what wasn't on some of reality TV's first hit shows when stars like Richard Hatch (Survivor) and Julie Chen (Big Brother) tell all. Andy Cohen reunites four original cast members of The Real World; secrets are revealed.
3. Addicted to Love2021-04-0843mStars of 90 Day Fiancé, Catfish, Rock of Love, and Temptation Island reveal what really happened when they searched for love on reality TV. Jason and Molly Mesnick spill secrets of The Bachelor to host Andy Cohen.
4. How the Other Half Lives2021-04-1543mAndy Cohen and Real Housewives Kyle, Teresa and Caroline look at Reality TV's fascination with the wealthy with never before seen footage. Plus, how hit shows like Love and Hip Hop, Jersey Shore, and Below Deck turned regular people into mega-stars.
5. Makeover My Life2021-04-2243mCarson Kressley, Tabatha Coffey, Ty Pennington, Thom Filicia and Bob Harper share secrets of Makeover TV. Find out if changes last when host Andy Cohen meets up with past contestants from The Swan, The Biggest Loser and Queer Eye For the Straight Guy.
6. Shock and Awe2021-04-2943mHost Andy Cohen looks at how boundary-pushing TV not only shocks and disgusts, with shows like Bad Girls Club, Mama June: From Not to Hot and Fear Factor, but also informs with shows like Botched, and celebrates previously marginalized groups with shows like I am Jazz and RuPaul's Drag Race.
7. Make It Work2021-05-0643mAndy Cohen and stars of America's Next Top Model, American Idol, and The Apprentice reveal secrets of reality competition shows. Plus an inspiring discussion of "Black Girl Magic and Reality TV." with Vivica A. Fox and Kandi Burruss.

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How many seasons does For Real: The Story of Reality TV have?

For Real: The Story of Reality TV has 1 season and 7 episodes.

When did For Real: The Story of Reality TV first air?

For Real: The Story of Reality TV first aired in 2021.

Is For Real: The Story of Reality TV still running?

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For Real: The Story of Reality TV is classified as Documentary.