Several reality shows that were popular on the broadcast networks in the 2000s have been revived.
happen again with a forthcoming documentary about her life that promises to be a more authentic depiction than the “character” on Fox's hit “The Simple Life” . And HBO Max is essentially aping “The Apprentice” with"The Big Shot," a new reality show featuringThe desire to bring back recognizable titles is understandable in an industry that isand viewing habits: Reality TV is far from the only genre in the remake/revival/reboot business these days.
“Extreme,” at first glance, seems like a natural fit for HGTV’s remodeling-obsessed audience, but it has very little in common with the network’s most successful series, like the recently concluded “Fixer Upper” or"Property Brothers." The inspiration-porn of a TV show ignores a big part of what's successful on HGTV now: Before-and-after reveals, accessible design, and realistic budgets.
The design is not nearly as important as the emotion of the family receiving a home, and the camera never lingers on the house, which is often new, rather than a thoughtful, surprising renovation. The designers aren't nearly as talented as the people behind “Good Bones” or “Property Brothers,” preserving the “Extreme” tradition of building ugly McMansions that celebrate excess .
The other programs similarly fail to adapt. “Supernanny” may talk about limiting screen time to keep up with modern parenting fears, but the show is still an exercise in judging people deemed bad parents. “Wife Swap” has remained essentially the same, even as modern marriages evolve. “Idol” no longer produces superstars on the level of Kelly Clarkson or Carrie Underwood – the music industry finds the next Billie Eilish elsewhere.
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