Dark Side of Reality TV, a Vice TV Entertainment series, is set to air on September 3, 2024, at 9 pm ET on the Vice TV Network. The official trailer, released on July 10, 2024, showcased a wide range of celebrities throwing light on what goes behind the camera in reality TV making.
The show is a part of the Dark Side franchise, which has earlier featured 'Dark Side' of sports, comedy, 90s shows, and more. This time, the producers have decided to explore the enormous world of reality TV, uncovering different sides of producers, crew, and stars about their experiences working on reality TV sets.
The official trailer was released three weeks ago on Vice TV's YouTube channel and Instagram.
The description of the trailer reads:
"We're taking a look into the origins, real-life impact, and historic moments over decades that have defined the infamous genre of TV. Hear real-life stories and new first-hand accounts from participants of "Survivor," "The Real Housewives" to "America's Next Top Model" and more."
3 Takeaways from the trailer of Dark Side of Reality TV
1) The only real thing is cameras are always rolling
The trailer commences with well-known celebrities sharing their insights into the behind-the-scenes process of creating a reality TV show and becoming an integral part of it. One of the cast members points out that "the only real aspect of reality TV is the constant presence of rolling cameras."
The audience is given an intimate look at the genuine experiences of the cast set to feature on Dark Side of Reality TV, with the cast members themselves describing the experience of being a part of a reality TV show as "addictive."
2) The huge ensemble from all around the reality TV world
Dark Side of Reality TV features a diverse ensemble cast from several popular reality TV programs, including Survivor, The Real Housewives, The Swan, and America’s Next Top Model. The trailer highlights appearances by well-known personalities such as Vicki Gunvalson from Real Housewives of Orange County, Omarosa Manigault Newman from Celebrity Big Brother season 1, and renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow.
The trailer of Dark Side of Reality TV showcases footage of dramatic makeovers, transformations, and the raw, behind-the-scenes journey of the participants. One member of the cast highlights the mantra of the reality TV show, "The more sensationalized, the better."
3) The producers are going all out to face 'the circle of fire'
The producers of the show have a reputation for crafting intense, nail-biting series that shine a harsh spotlight on the realities of the television industry. Their portfolio includes shows that delve into iconic behind-the-scenes moments, providing audiences with a glimpse beyond the camera lens. The trailer features one of the producers passionately expressing his perspective on the show, stating, "They are going to be in a circle of hell because of producing this show."
With the announcement of Dark Side of Reality TV, the audience can look forward to a "reckoning" of interviews and truths from the cast members.
Dark Side of Reality TV will air on the Vice TV Network on September 3, 2024, at 9 pm ET.