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Catfish: The TV Show 2012

“It's the season you've been baiting for.”

★ 6.7/10 · 145 votes TV-14 RealityDrama 9 seasons · 245 eps Canceled

Created by Max Joseph, Nēv Schulman, Ariel Schulman

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What is Catfish: The TV Show?

Catfish: The TV Show is an American reality-based documentary television series that premiered on MTV in 2012. The program explores the truths and lies of online relationships.

Type
TV series
Year
2012
Status
Canceled
Episodes
245
Runtime
42 minutes
First aired
Nov 12, 2012
Last aired
Jul 16, 2024
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
MTV
Genres
Reality, Drama
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Overview

Catfish: The TV Show is an American reality-based documentary television series that premiered on MTV in 2012. The program explores the truths and lies of online relationships. Nev Schulman serves as a primary host, working alongside various co-hosts including Max Joseph and Kamie Crawford, as well as occasional celebrity guests. The series follows a team of investigators who assist individuals who have fallen in love online. These participants seek to test the authenticity of their partners' identities and track down their romantic interests in real life. By facilitating these meetings, the show helps people sort out what is fact and what is fiction regarding their online connections. The series is classified under the genres of reality and drama. As a documentary-style production, it focuses on the experiences of those involved in dubious digital relationships as they attempt to uncover the reality behind the people they have met online. The show continues to examine the complexities of modern communication and digital identity.

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Should you watch it?

“Nev Schulman and co-hosts help people uncover the truth behind their online romances.”

# investigative# emotional# dramatic# eye-opening# realistic
Reasons to watch
  • Compelling real-life stories of online deception
  • Strong chemistry between hosts
  • Insightful look at digital relationships
Keep in mind
  • Some cases feel repetitive
  • Limited screen time for investigations

You're curious about the realities of online dating and digital identity.

Suitable for mature teens and adults due to themes of deception and emotional manipulation.

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Cast

Nēv Schulman Self - Host
Kamie Crawford Self - Co-Host
Max Joseph Self - Host
Tallulah Willis Self - Guest Co-Host
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Laura Perlongo Self - Guest Co-Host
Elle King Self - Guest Co-Host
Slick Woods Self - Guest Co-Host
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Justin Combs Self - Guest Co-Host
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Jane Carrey Self - Guest Co-Host
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Rich Dollaz Self
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Nick Young Self
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Rashad Jennings Self - Guest Co-Host

Episode guide

Season 1 · 11 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 15 episodes
Season 3 · 10 episodes
Season 4 · 19 episodes
Season 5 · 20 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Is this show based on a movie?

Yes, it's based on the 2010 documentary film 'Catfish'.

Who are the main hosts?

Nev Schulman has been the consistent host, with Max Joseph and others joining over time.

What network airs this show?

It originally aired on MTV.

Are the stories real?

Yes, the show features actual people investigating their online relationships.

When did the show premiere?

The series premiered in 2012.