Synopsis
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 11E1Big Mother (a.k.a. Extreme Manipulation: House Edition)The contestants' parents live with them for four days.
Parody of Extreme Makeover and Big Brother30m2E2Shock of LoveCompetitors must seduce foul-mouthed comedian Luenell Campbell.
Parody of Rock of Love and Surreal Life30m3E3The Biggest ChubbyThe comedians compete to gain the most weight.
Parody of The Biggest Loser30m4E4Almost American GladiatorsA series of immigration-themed physical challenges are presented to the contestants.
Parody of American Gladiators and Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?30m5E5So You Think You Can Dive?The contestants participate in a diving competition.
Parody of So You Think You Can Dance, The Bachelor, and The Apprentice30m6E6Hunting With The StarsContestants are paired with D-list celebrities.
Parody of Dancing with the Stars30m7E7The Amazing DisgraceThe bickering escalates in a number of shame and humiliation-based challenges.
Parody of The Amazing Race, Deadliest Catch, and Deal or No Deal30m8E8American Surv-idoler's KitchenThe contestants navigate a mash-up of challenges.
Parody of American Idol, Survivor, and Hell's Kitchen30m
Cast
