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Step into the captivating world of reality TV and experience the lives of your beloved stars as they navigate through drama, challenges, and triumphs. From new seasons of popular titles like 90 Day Fiancé, Netflix's Outlast, The Masked Singer, and Jersey Shore Family Vacation to brand new shows like Dark Side of Reality TV, The Money Game, Out There: Crimes of the Paranormal, and Social Studies—escape to the world of reality television and check out September’s top reality TV shows here.
Release date: Sept. 1
Where to watch: Max
This show is about eight Americans in love who travel around the world to meet their partners for the first time after having only ever dated them online.
Release date: Sept. 1
Where to watch: Oxygen
This show goes back to some of the most interesting cases featured on Snapped. It includes interviews with convicted women, new interviews that provide fresh insights into the cases, and experts who examine the psychology of the murderers.
Release date: Sept. 2
Where to watch: National Geographic
Customs and Border Protection and Homeland Security Investigations are working harder to stop large quantities of drugs from entering the United States.
Release date: Sept. 2
Where to watch: FYI
Chef Deborah VanTrece, a best-selling author, introduces viewers to a style of cooking known as "global soul food." This cooking style combines traditional Southern American soul food with various international influences to create something that feels both familiar and new.
Release date: Sept. 3
Where to watch: VICE TV
This show explores the wild world of reality TV and the programs that transformed entertainment in the 21st century.
Release date: Sept. 3
Where to watch: Food Network
The judges, Maneet Chauhan, Scott Conant, Alex Guarnaschelli, and Chris Santos, select four of their top champions to compete in high-stakes battles. In the finale, the winners will cook alongside their chosen judge.
Release date: Sept. 4
Where to watch: Netflix
16 survivalists are competing for a chance to win a massive cash prize in the extreme Alaskan wild. However, these lone wolves must come together as a team to win.
Release date: Sept. 4
Where to watch: HGTV
Lyndsay Lamb and Leslie Davis, Washington's top-selling real estate agents, will help more homeowners in the state to sell their underperforming properties at the best possible price.
Release date: Sept. 4
Where to watch: HGTV
The show features Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas, home renovation experts and partners, as they work to restore Detroit’s iconic American neighborhoods.
Release date: Sept. 4
Where to watch: Food Network
GGG hosts a large team competition where two groups of talented chefs compete in a tag-team tournament.
Release date: Sept. 4
Where to watch: ID
Uncover the extreme measures evil murderers go to in order to avoid getting caught.
Release date: Sept. 4
Where to watch: Discovery Channel
Revisiting incredible engineering projects to uncover why they have become abandoned ruins, places full of mysteries and untold secrets.
Release date: Sept. 5
Where to watch: Max
Four African American families move to Africa, risking everything for new opportunities.
Release date: Sept. 6
Where to watch: Hulu
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives dives into the explosive scandal that made global headlines, shaking the foundations of a tight-knit Mormon community. The series explores the dramatic fallout from the 2022 TikTok controversy, where a group of Mormon mom influencers were caught up in a shocking swinging sex scandal.
Release date: Sept. 6
Where to watch: Netflix
The agents at The Oppenheim Group in LA sell luxury properties to wealthy buyers. Building strong relationships is key, but it can also lead to a lot of drama.
Release date: Sept. 6
Where to watch: The CW
Comedian Aisha Tyler hosts a show where cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne Brady, and Colin Mochrie put their comedy skills to the test.
Release date: Sept. 7
Where to watch: OWN
This TV show focuses on African American families with strong connections to Detroit. They have decided to remain in the city and demonstrate that they can create the best possible lives for their families as the community experiences a revival.
Release date: Sept. 8
Where to watch: National Geographic
The show takes viewers to some of the country’s most beloved natural areas, blending wildlife with stories of culture, history, and landmarks.
Release date: Sept. 8
Where to watch: Travel Channel
This show captures some incredibly exciting and unbelievable moments on camera.
Release date: Sept. 9
Where to watch: ID
This show is about small suburban American towns that have been devastated by murder.
Release date: Sept. 9
Where to watch: ID
This show consists of true stories of dreadful, often complicated crimes that take place in secluded cabins around the country.
Release date: Sept. 10
Where to watch: Prime Video
Get an exclusive look at LSU Athletics with a behind-the-scenes pass. This documentary highlights a crucial moment in the NCAA and shares the extraordinary experiences of LSU's top players, coaches, and administrators.
Release date: Sept. 10
Where to watch: Netflix
Jack Whitehall and his father go on a worldwide trip to seek answers to the important questions that the comedian faces after becoming a dad.
Release date: Sept. 10
Where to watch: Hallmark+
The show will showcase the well-loved Hallmark Channel personality, designer, and philanthropist Lacey Chabert, as she surprises deserving individuals, families, and children who are making a positive impact in their communities by throwing them a memorable celebration.
Release date: Sept. 11
Where to watch: Netflix
In this social experiment and competition show, online players use flirting, befriending, and catfishing to try to win $100,000.
Release date: Sept. 13
Where to watch: Hulu
Learn about the fashion industry in the 90s from the perspective of Vogue editors Hamish Bowles, Edward Enninful, Tonne Goodman, and Anna Wintour.
Release date: Sept. 13
Where to watch: The Roku Channel
A group of cowboys is investigating strange sightings of extraterrestrial activity in the Wild West. The leader of the team is Jeff, an expert in UFOs.
Release date: Sept. 13
Where to watch: OWN
Amina Stevens, a former teacher who is now a real estate agent, helps clients who feel overwhelmed by the complicated process of purchasing a home for the first time.
Release date: Sept. 14
Where to watch: CNN
A comedy panel show delivers funny observations, ranging from satirical to surreal, through the format of a news quiz show.
Release date: Sept. 15
Where to watch: National Geographic, Hulu
Giles Clark, a conservationist, journeys to South Africa to collaborate with two committed teams that rescue and nurture orphaned wildlife.
Release date: Sept. 15
Where to watch: TLC
Now that the Browns have moved away from polygamy, what are their next steps?
Release date: Sept. 16
Where to watch: PBS
The upcoming Vintage episodes, the October Celebrating Native American Heritage special, and November’s Extraordinary Finds specials.
Release date: Sept. 16
Where to watch: Food Network
Hosted by John Henson, Halloween Baking Championship season 10 welcomes ten talented bakers from across the country to compete in creating eerie, awe-inspiring desserts inspired by the haunted science lab, "Henson Laboratories."
Release date: Sept. 17
Where to watch: Peacock
World’s Most Notorious Killers delves into five chilling international murder investigations. Each episode re-examines a different case involving some of the most infamous criminals worldwide.
Release date: Sept. 17
Where to watch: Netflix
In a cooking competition, 80 lesser-known "Black Spoon" cooks with a talent for flavor go up against 20 top "White Spoon" chefs, among 100 participants.
Release date: Sept. 17
Where to watch: Netflix
Live from the Other Side with Tyler Henry is a live weekly series where America’s top medium offers hope and healing to celebrity guests through emotional readings that showcase his unique gifts.
Release date: Sept. 17
Where to watch: ABC and Disney+
Dancing with the Stars is a one-of-a-kind show where famous people team up with professional ballroom dancers to compete live in front of an audience and the nation.
Release date: Sept. 17
Where to watch: MTV
On Caught in the Act: Unfaithful, host Tami Roman helps people who suspect they are being cheated on and tries to catch the cheaters red-handed.
Release date: Sept. 18
Where to watch: Netflix
In What’s Next? The Future with Bill Gates, the tech visionary explores the world’s most pressing issues, from AI to climate change, offering insights into the potential for a brighter, more equitable future.
Release date: Sept. 18
Where to watch: ABC
The Golden Bachelorette will showcase a second opportunity for love for a remarkable woman in her golden years. Twenty-four distinguished gentlemen, at the height of their success and experience, will eagerly step into the spotlight, each seeking to prove that age is just a number and that true love is timeless.
Release date: Sept. 18
Where to watch: CBS
In Survivor season 47, 18 fresh faces, including a mix of superfans, familiar personalities, and brand-new players, are set to embark on the ultimate battle of outwitting, outplaying, and outlasting one another for the $1 million prize.
Release date: Sept. 18
Where to watch: PBS
In the wild Okavango Delta in Botswana, a team of local and international filmmakers follows lions, leopards, and cheetahs around the clock.
Release date: Sept. 18
Where to watch: Bravo
Can the strong bonds formed over recent drama survive when hurtful remarks and spiraling rumors spread throughout the group?
Release date: Sept. 19
Where to watch: MTV
The squad is guiding fans through life's important moments, such as parenthood, adoption, engagements, and heartbreaks, evoking a range of emotions.
Release date: Sept. 22
Where to watch: Food Network
Jonathan Bennett is the host, and Shinmin Li and Aarti Sequeira are the judges. They oversee a competition where eight teams of expert pumpkin carvers, cake bakers, and sugar artists compete to create amazing displays with a monster theme.
Release date: Sept. 22
Where to watch: CNN
The show demonstrates how television has shaped iconic events and influenced our lives.
Release date: Sept. 23
Where to watch: NBC
Four popular music icons lead teams of talented undiscovered singers competing and receiving guidance in the search for the next superstar Voice in America.
Release date: Sept. 24
Where to watch: Hulu
Out There: Crimes of the Paranormal delves into eight captivating true crime cases intertwined with the paranormal. Each episode presents chilling encounters, featuring eyewitness testimonies, expert interviews, and fresh investigations that reveal unsettling truths.
Release date: Sept. 24
Where to watch: HGTV
Designer Alison Victoria from Chicago will handle challenging timelines, budget issues, and client expectations. She'll also find unique pieces and make the most of the available space to create exceptional properties.
Release date: Sept. 24
Where to watch: Food Network
In Last Bite Hotel, eight chefs are invited to a secluded hotel to test their culinary ingenuity and survival skills. The show challenges these chefs to meet the culinary demands of the hotel’s VIP guests, but with a twist—they're allowed to bring only 13 ingredients for their entire stay.
Release date: Sept. 25
Where to watch: Fox
A singing competition where famous people compete while wearing elaborate costumes and full-face masks to keep their identities hidden.
Release date: Sept. 26
Where to watch: WOW Presents Plus
Watch these queens display the finest of the UK drag scene as they compete for the title of UK’s Next Drag Superstar. Handpicked by RuPaul, fierce glamazons are entering the Werkroom for the competition.
Release date: Sept. 26
Where to watch: Fox
Gordon Ramsay hosts a cooking competition where the winner gets the chance to be a head chef, but first must prove themselves.
Release date: Sept. 26
Where to watch: National Geographic
The show explores how different European countries have defended and protected their territory throughout history using various strategies, weapons, and structures.
Release date: Sept. 26
Where to watch: Fox
Bakers need to decipher the type of dessert using only crumbs and some elusive clues.
Release date: Sept. 27
Where to watch: FX
Social Studies showcases a diverse group of Los Angeles teenagers who give a close look at how social media has changed childhood.
Release date: Sept. 27
Where to watch: PBS
In this new three-part series, actor John Leguizamo will explore well-known and lesser-known stories of Latino history, taking viewers on a captivating journey.
Release date: Sept. 29
Where to watch: ABC
The series showcases funny video clips showing spontaneous moments with people and animals.
Release date: Sept. 29
Where to watch: National Geographic
The show provides a modern analysis and interpretation that sheds new light on the causes of these frightening deaths and unjust legal decisions.
Release date: Sept. 29
Where to watch: Food Network
Damaris Phillips is hosting a competition that brings together 14 of the best carvers in the country, forming teams for the first all-star season.