The Real World: Hollywood
The Real World: Hollywood serves as the 20th season of the long-running MTV reality television series. Following the established format of the franchise, the program documents the experiences of a group of diverse strangers in their twenties who are selected from various backgrounds and countries to reside together in a new city for several months. Throughout this period, cameras record their daily lives and the deve
Season 20 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series centers on seven strangers in their twenties chosen from diverse backgrounds and countries.
- Housemates live together in a shared residence for several months while cameras document their lives.
- The program moves to a different major city for each installment to provide a new setting for the participants.
- The narrative focus of the series is the interpersonal relationships and social dynamics that emerge between the cast members.
Season overview
The Real World: Hollywood serves as the 20th season of the long-running MTV reality television series. Following the established format of the franchise, the program documents the experiences of a group of diverse strangers in their twenties who are selected from various backgrounds and countries to reside together in a new city for several months. Throughout this period, cameras record their daily lives and the development of their interpersonal relationships. The season premiered on April 16, 2008, and concluded its broadcast run with a season finale on July 9, 2008. Following the conclusion of the season, a live reunion special was aired on July 12, 2008. As with previous installments of the series, the production focuses on the social dynamics and personal interactions that occur when these individuals are brought together to live in a shared environment. The footage captured during their time in the house is edited into episodes that highlight the challenges and connections formed between the housemates as they navigate living in a major city, continuing the show's tradition of exploring the lives of young adults in different urban settings.
Episode Guide
Season 20 Progress Shield
The Real World XX: Hollywood Premiere
Apr 16, 2008 · 42 min
It's the twentieth season of The Real World and this time, seven strangers move into a house in Hollywood!
Let's Not Get Ghetto
Apr 23, 2008 · 42 min
Kimberly and Sarah confront Brianna about the way she uses her body; Dave and Kimberly get closer; and Sarah tries to set some boundaries with Will.
The Devil Inside
Apr 30, 2008 · 42 min
Dave and Kim hook up and try being friends with benefits. The roommates start an improv acting class. Joey reveals his struggle with addiction, and Brianna dumps him.
The Party's Over
May 7, 2008 · 42 min
Joey hits rock-bottom and the other roommates want to stage an intervention. Brianna must return to Philadelphia to face the pending charges against her.