True Life 1998
What is True Life?
The television series "True Life" premiered on MTV in 1998. The show is a documentary series that follows a particular topic in each episode.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1998
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 323
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Mar 31, 1998
- Last aired
- Jun 1, 2015
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- MTV
- Genres
- Documentary, Reality
- Updated
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Overview
The television series "True Life" premiered on MTV in 1998. The show is a documentary series that follows a particular topic in each episode. A camera crew documents the lives of a series of subjects as they navigate a specific aspect of their lives. The series explores various subjects, including addiction, as seen in the first episode, "Fatal Dose." The show's format involves following the subjects through a certain period of their lives, providing a candid and intimate look at their experiences. The series is created with the intention of showcasing real-life stories and situations, offering a unique perspective on the world. "True Life" has been a part of MTV's programming since its premiere in 1998.
Should you watch it?
“This documentary series explores the personal experiences of individuals navigating specific life challenges and topics.”
- provides intimate access to subjects
- explores diverse social issues
- subject matter can be intense
Watch it if you are interested in documentary storytelling that focuses on real-life experiences.
The series features candid depictions of various social and personal challenges.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Fatal Dose Mar 31, 1998
- E2 No Money, Mo' Problems Apr 7, 1998
- E3 Freaknik Apr 14, 1998
- E4 POV: Road Trip Apr 28, 1998
- E5 Who Is Jesse Camp? May 5, 1998
- E6 Take it Like a Man May 19, 1998
- E7 She's a Player May 19, 1998
- E8 On the Rocks May 26, 1998
- E9 I'm a Porn Star Oct 7, 1998
- E10 Matthew's Murder Nov 11, 1998
Season 2 · 15 episodes
- E1 I'm a Pro Wrestler Aug 16, 1999
- E2 I'm a Hacker Oct 13, 1999
- E3 I Need Sex Rx Oct 20, 1999
- E4 I Am Driving While Black Oct 27, 1999
- E5 I'm a Model Nov 24, 1999
- E6 I'm a Football Hero Jan 19, 2000
- E7 I'm on Crystal Meth Feb 9, 2000
- E8 I'm a Star At Sundance Feb 16, 2000
- E9 I'm The Youngest Tycoon In The World Feb 23, 2000
- E10 I'm A Comic Mar 1, 2000
- E11 I'm On The Runway Mar 8, 2000
- E12 I'm Horny In Miami Mar 15, 2000
- E13 I'm Going To Mardi Gras Mar 29, 2000
- E14 I Live In A Brothel Apr 5, 2000
- E15 The Travelers Apr 19, 2000
Season 3 · 19 episodes
- E1 I'm on Ecstasy Nov 30, 2000
- E2 I'm a Backyard Wrestler Dec 7, 2000
- E3 I'm an NFL Rookie Jan 17, 2001
- E4 I Drive Race Cars Apr 3, 2001
- E5 I'm a Cheerleader Apr 10, 2001
- E6 I'm a Beauty Queen Apr 17, 2001
- E7 I Can't Breathe Nov 14, 2001
- E8 The Aftermath of Terror Jan 2, 2002
- E9 I'm a Private Wrestler Jan 6, 2002
- E10 I'm a True Life VIP Jan 8, 2002
- E11 I'm Getting Plastic Surgery Feb 7, 2002
- E12 I'm Coming Out Jun 27, 2002
- E13 I Have Embarrassing Parents Jul 11, 2002
- E14 I'm in Therapy Jul 18, 2002
- E15 I'm Getting Married Sep 21, 2002
- E16 I'm Going to Fat Camp Dec 7, 2002
- E17 I'm a Heisman Trophy Candidate Dec 22, 2002
- E18 I'm Getting Breast Implants Dec 29, 2002
- E19 Sex2k Jan 5, 2003
Season 4 · 37 episodes
- E1 I Was Famous for 15 Minutes Feb 1, 2003
- E2 I Have a Phobia Feb 6, 2003
- E3 I'm Adopted Feb 13, 2003
- E4 I've Got Baby Mama Drama Feb 20, 2003
- E5 I Live in the Terror Zone Feb 27, 2003
- E6 I'm a Binge Drinker Mar 6, 2003
- E7 I'm a Gamer Mar 13, 2003
- E8 I'm a College Baller Mar 20, 2003
- E9 I'm Breaking Up Mar 27, 2003
- E10 I Have an Eating Disorder Apr 3, 2003
- E11 I'm Shipping Out Apr 10, 2003
- E12 School's Out: The Life of a Gay High School in Texas Apr 17, 2003
- E13 I'm Wasted Apr 24, 2003
- E14 I'm Going to the Prom May 1, 2003
- E15 First Year Jun 12, 2003
- E16 I'm a Fanatic Jul 10, 2003
- E17 I'm a High School Senior Jul 10, 2003
- E18 I'm a Neglected Girlfriend Jul 24, 2003
- E19 I'm Getting Divorced Jul 31, 2003
- E20 I Want the Perfect Body Aug 7, 2003
- E21 I'm Getting Married Sep 21, 2002
- E22 I'm Obsessed with My Dog Aug 14, 2003
- E23 I'm a Street Racer Sep 4, 2003
- E24 I'm Hooked on OxyContin Oct 16, 2003
- E25 I'm a Little Person Oct 23, 2003
- E26 I Live with My Parents Sep 18, 2003
- E27 I'm a Girlfriend (Boyfriend) Sep 25, 2003
- E28 I'm an Urban Cheerleader Oct 2, 2003
- E29 I Have a Friend with Benefits Nov 6, 2003
- E30 I'm a Clubber Nov 13, 2003
- E31 I'm in the System Jan 15, 2004
- E32 I'm an Identical Twin Jan 22, 2004
- E33 I'm a Big Wave Surfer Jan 29, 2004
- E34 I Live in Iraq Feb 5, 2004
- E35 I Live in Iraq Feb 5, 2004
- E36 I'm on Adderall Feb 19, 2004
- E37 I'm Getting Married~~ Sep 21, 2002
Season 5 · 9 episodes
- E1 I'm Gay and I'm Getting Married Jun 24, 2004
- E2 I'm Obese Jul 1, 2004
- E3 I'm Surviving High School Jul 8, 2004
- E4 I Live a Double Life Jul 15, 2004
- E5 I'm a Muay Thai Fighter Jul 22, 2004
- E6 I'm in an Interracial Relationship Jul 29, 2004
- E7 I'll Do Anything For Money Aug 12, 2004
- E8 I Live to Ride Aug 5, 2004
- E10 I'm on Adderall DELETE ME Aug 5, 2004
Frequently asked questions
When did True Life premiere?
The series premiered on March 24, 1998.
What is the format of the show?
Each episode follows specific subjects through a portion of their lives with a camera crew.
What topics does the show cover?
The series covers a wide variety of topics, such as addiction.
What was the first episode titled?
The first episode was titled Fatal Dose.
Where does the series air?
The series airs on MTV.