The Real World: Washington D.C.
The Real World: D.C., also recognized as The Real World: Washington D.C., serves as the 23rd installment of the long-running MTV reality television franchise. This season follows the established format of the series, documenting a group of diverse strangers from various backgrounds who are selected to reside together in a shared house for several months. During this period, cameras record their daily lives and the de
Season 23 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series focuses on seven strangers from diverse backgrounds who audition to live together in a house for several months.
- Cameras follow the housemates to document their daily lives and the development of their interpersonal relationships.
- The show changes its host city for every season to provide a new environment for the cast members.
- The footage captured during the housemates' time together is edited into 22-minute episodes for broadcast.
Season overview
The Real World: D.C., also recognized as The Real World: Washington D.C., serves as the 23rd installment of the long-running MTV reality television franchise. This season follows the established format of the series, documenting a group of diverse strangers from various backgrounds who are selected to reside together in a shared house for several months. During this period, cameras record their daily lives and the development of their interpersonal relationships. The production officially selected Washington, D.C. as the host city, with the announcement occurring on June 10, 2009. Filming for the season commenced on July 2, 2009, and concluded on October 12, 2009. Upon its broadcast, the season premiere on December 30, 2009, attracted 1.9 million viewers. Throughout its run, the season maintained an average weekly viewership of 1.5 million people. The season concluded on March 31, 2010, with a finale that drew 1.1 million viewers, which represented a record low for a season finale of the series at that time. Following the final episode, the network aired a reunion special titled The Real World: Washington D.C. Reunion to conclude the season's narrative arc.
Episode Guide
Season 23 Progress Shield
Looks Can Be D.C.-ving
Dec 30, 2009 · 42 min
The Real World takes on Washington, DC, where eight strangers are eager to make their mark on the nation's capital. The roommates waste no time diving into politics, religion, race
Bipartisan Lovin
Jan 6, 2010 · 42 min
Attraction and tension begins to emerge between Ty and Emily. Mike explores his attraction to both Ashley and to other men. Andrew expresses his attraction to an unreceptive Callie
Playboys and Proper Portions
Jan 13, 2010 · 42 min
Ty's feelings for Emily continue to grow until he learns she's not looking for anything serious. Later, he insults Callie in the worst way possible.
The Princess and the Panda
Jan 20, 2010 · 42 min
The sexual tension between Mike and Ashley leads to hostility. Meanwhile, the ladies decide to help Andrew work on his game.
Love hits a sour note
Jan 27, 2010 · 42 min
Josh's girlfriend visits, and each confronts the other about cheating rumors. Meanwhile, Erika gets a big break with her singing career.
When Push Comes to Shove
Feb 3, 2010 · 42 min
Ashley opens up about her abusive past after getting into a fight with Andrew. Also: Callie looks for a job.
Bitch Begins With BI
Feb 10, 2010 · 42 min
The fur flies between Erika and Ashley causing Erika to think about going home; Mike hangs out with his D.C. fling, but their relationship is tested by Mike's bisexuality.
Out of the Closet and Onto the Stage
Feb 17, 2010 · 42 min
Mike opens up to his mom and siblings about his sexuality as jealousies arise when Josh and Erika both look to form bands in DC.
Laughing Panda, Changing Ty
Mar 3, 2010 · 42 min
Emily reaches her breaking point after Ty drops Andrew off the balcony, and the roommates must decide if they feel safe letting Ty stay in the house.
Girlfriends and Dead Ends
Mar 10, 2010 · 42 min
Andrew falls in love. And time it might be real. With her music career at a dead stop Erika questions her place in the house, and a frustrated Callie calls her out on her lack of d
White House, Glass House
Mar 17, 2010 · 42 min
Ian's visit makes Erika even more certain that she wants to leave the house. Or is she just crying wolf again? And Andrew lands a gig that gets him into the White House.
From D.C., With Love
Mar 31, 2010 · 42 min
As the roommates prepare to leave DC, Callie puts together a gallery to showcase her, Andrew and Emily's work and Mike's dad comes to support him at the HRC National Dinner.