Top 3 Popular Reality Shows

By: liza252 | Posted: 11th June 2009

Reality shows have really taken the TV viewing experience to a different level. Most channels boast of their own list of long lasting reality shows that are popular for one reason or the other. In fact most TV audiences seem to prefer reality shows because they have so much drama in them, compared to real drama series!

American Idol


The best example to site here is the popular American Idol show. It has attracted over 50% of regular TV viewers making it one of the top rated shows in the country. Judges Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson (II) and Paula Abdul of American Idol fame are more popular than contestants for the way they conducted the series. World wide, TV enthusiasts follow this musical reality show with keen interest.

Joe Millionaire

This one is a reality show that had a part II also made in year 2003. This show made the pop culture a cult event, with over 40 million dedicated viewers watching it over and over again. It is based on the concept of choosing brides from a group of hopeful women. Bachelor Evan Marriot was shown as a millionaire, while he was just a working class construction worker.

Survivor

It is an American reality show that's based on a Swedish television series. It is based on stranding a group of strangers in an unknown location; where they have to cater to themselves for food, water etc. The show portrays the physical and emotional challenges they face while trying to compete with each other. Eliminations are done regularly to make the competition tough.

Most of the time, all time favorites like CSI or Friends are also overshadowed because of the popularity of reality show participants. Those who want to catch up with popular episodes can watch on Internet TV. Watching TV shows online is a fun and easy way to catch with our favorite TV shows.
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