TV Shows that really sucked! (or still suck)
by jameslouthian | created - 30 May 2014 | updated - 11 Jun 2014 | PublicA list of tv shows that were or are not good at all and that were on much much longer than they should have been and some still maybe because some one season is just to much also. Yes most reality shows are stupid, Deal with it!
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1. Jersey Shore (2009–2012)
TV-14 | 40 min | Comedy, Reality-TV, Romance
A reality-based look at the vapid lives of several New Jersey 20-somethings and their respective friends and/or hook-ups.
Stars: Paul 'Pauly D' DelVecchio, Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola, Nicole Polizzi, Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino
Votes: 24,521
2. Snooki & JWoww (2012–2015)
TV-14 | Reality-TV
Follows Jersey Shore BFF's, Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi and Jenni "JWoww" Farley as they start a new chapter in their lives and take over Jersey City.
Stars: Roger Mathews, Nicole Polizzi, Jenni Farley, Jionni LaValle
Votes: 2,445
3. Here Comes Honey Boo Boo (2012–2017)
TV-PG | 60 min | Reality-TV
A reality-TV show featuring the life of "Toddlers and Tiaras" competitor Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson and her overweight family through their day-to-day lives.
Stars: Jo Shannon, Alana Thompson, June Shannon, Jessica Shannon
Votes: 7,514
4. Road Rules (1995–2007)
TV-14 | 30 min | Adventure, Game-Show, Reality-TV
A diverse group of five to six people in their late teens to mid-20s are chosen to travel together in an RV, completing missions in order to receive a handsome reward. Each season's trip takes place in a different region.
Stars: Adam Larson, Shane Landrum, Susie Meister, Veronica Portillo
Votes: 584
5. The Real World (1992– )
TV-14 | 30 min | Drama, Reality-TV
A new version of the long-running MTV reality show, which looks to unite people from different backgrounds and find a common ground.
Stars: Janelle Casanave, Alton Williams II, Arissa Hill, Brynn Smith
Votes: 4,282
6. Roseanne (1988–2018)
TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy, Drama
A revival of the popular 1990s sitcom "Roseanne," which centered on the everyday life of an American working-class family.
Stars: Roseanne Barr, John Goodman, Laurie Metcalf, Michael Fishman
Votes: 46,366
Reason it sucked: It just ran way too long and got really stupid towards the last 2-3 seasons. It's like the writers just didn't know what to do next.
7. American Idol (2002– )
TV-PG | 42 min | Documentary, Game-Show, Music
Twelve American finalists (six men and six women) compete in a singing contest.
Stars: Ryan Seacrest, Mark Thompson, Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell
Votes: 22,237
Enough Already!
8. Dance Moms (2011–2019)
TV-PG | 42 min | Reality-TV
The series follows doting mothers and their childrens' early steps on the road to stardom, all under the discerning eye of a notoriously demanding and passionate dance instructor.
Stars: Abby Lee Miller, Nia Sioux, Holly Frazier, Kendall Vertes
Votes: 6,974
9. Keeping Up with the Kardashians (2007–2021)
TV-14 | 44 min | Family, Reality-TV
A peek inside the exploits and privileged private lives of the blended Kardashian-Jenner family, including sisters Kim, Kourtney, Khloé, Kendall and Kylie.
Stars: Khloé Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian, Kris Jenner
Votes: 31,486
10. Sister Wives (2010– )
TV-PG | 42 min | Reality-TV
Kody Brown, his four wives Meri, Janelle, Robyn and Christine, and their 17 children try to live as a "normal" family despite looks of disdain.
Stars: Meri Brown, Kody Brown, Christine Brown, Janelle Brown
Votes: 2,945
11. Jon & Kate Plus 8 (2007–2009)
TV-G | 30 min | Documentary, Reality-TV
Documentary-style reality show about a Pennsylvania husband, wife and each of their 8 extremely individualistic children.
Stars: Kate Gosselin, Aaden Gosselin, Joel Gosselin, Leah Gosselin
Votes: 3,610
12. I Am Weasel (1997–1999)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Short, Adventure
The adventures of a highly intelligent, talented and rather generous weasel and a stupid baboon who has no talent at most things.
Stars: Charlie Adler, Michael Dorn, Tom Kenny, Dee Bradley Baker
Votes: 6,004
13. Hee Haw (1969–1997)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Televised comedy/variety show with a country bent.
Stars: Roy Clark, Gunilla Hutton, Buck Owens, Grandpa Jones
Votes: 1,789
14. T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle (2011–2017)
TV-PG | 30 min | Reality-TV
The private and family life of rapper T.I.
Stars: King Harris, Zonnique, Domani Harris, Messiah Harris
Votes: 337
15. Barney & Friends (1992–2010)
TV-Y | 30 min | Family
From pretending to be a pilot on a make-believe airplane to pretending to be a pirate in search of buried treasure, Barney's friends discover that creativity lets them soar in the wings of imagination!
Stars: Bob West, Julie Johnson, Patty Wirtz, Jeff Ayers
Votes: 8,231
16. The Jerry Springer Show (1991–2018)
Not Rated | 60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Among his peers' other talk-shows, Jerry's is of the more passionate and of the more sensational. His topics range from bisexual affairs to rape. His guests are more believable than some other talk-shows.
Stars: Jerry Springer, Peter A Kelly, Steve Wilkos, Chuck Conners
Votes: 4,697
17. Jessie (2011–2015)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
A Texan teen moves to New York City to follow her dreams and ends up as a nanny for a high-profile couple's four children.
Stars: Debby Ryan, Peyton List, Cameron Boyce, Karan Brar
Votes: 18,744
18. Dog with a Blog (2012–2015)
TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
A family adopts a dog named Stan in the hope that two feuding step-siblings will bond over the pet. It works when the siblings soon find out that the dog can talk and write.
Stars: Genevieve Hannelius, Blake Michael, Francesca Capaldi, Stephen Full
Votes: 6,913
19. Full House (1987–1995)
TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
A widowed sportscaster raises his three daughters with assistance from his rock and roll brother-in-law and madcap best friend.
Stars: Bob Saget, John Stamos, Dave Coulier, Candace Cameron Bure
Votes: 63,106
20. Growing Pains (1985–1992)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
The misadventures of a family with a home business father and a journalist mother.
Stars: Alan Thicke, Joanna Kerns, Kirk Cameron, Jeremy Miller
Votes: 16,345
21. Good Luck Charlie (2010–2014)
TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
The Duncan family are adjusting to the surprise birth of their fourth child, Charlie. When parents Amy and Bob return to work they put their latest addition in the care of her three older siblings.
Stars: Bridgit Mendler, Leigh-Allyn Baker, Bradley Steven Perry, Mia Talerico
Votes: 24,586
22. The Ropers (1979–1980)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Stanley and Helen Roper sold their apartment complex and moved into a new one. Their characteristic quirks are intact as they deal with new neighbors and frequent visits from Helen's sister.
Stars: Norman Fell, Audra Lindley, Jeffrey Tambor, Patty McCormack
Votes: 1,138
23. Hardcore Pawn (2009–2015)
TV-14 | 22 min | Reality-TV
Pawnbroker Les Gold and his two children, Seth and Ashley, operate Detroit's largest pawnshop.
Stars: Les Gold, Seth Gold, Ashley Broad, Joel 'Big Joe' Shannon
Votes: 4,989
24. Lizard Lick Towing (2011–2014)
TV-14 | 30 min | Reality-TV
Ronny opened Lizard Lick with one truck. The business grew over 10 years with Ronny's best friend Bobby.
Stars: Ron Shirley, Amy Shirley, Bobby Brantley, Brian Lee
Votes: 2,049
25. Petticoat Junction (1963–1970)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy
The misadventures of the family staff of The Shady Rest Hotel and their neighbors of Hooterville.
Stars: Edgar Buchanan, Linda Henning, Bea Benaderet, Frank Cady
Votes: 3,649
26. She's the Sheriff (1987–1989)
30 min | Comedy
Hildy Granger lives in a town near Lake Tahoe. Her husband's the Sheriff and after his death, she's made his successor. And she tries to balance her work with raising her two children. One ... See full summary »
Stars: George Wyner, Pat Carroll, Lou Richards, Taliesin Jaffe
Votes: 266
27. Bless This House (1995–1996)
30 min | Comedy
A sarcastic postal worker and his equally-snarky wife raise their kids in a small apartment in New Jersey, hoping to move into a more spacious house.
Stars: Andrew Dice Clay, Cathy Moriarty, Don Stark, Raegan Kotz
Votes: 103
28. Queer Eye (2003–2007)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Reality-TV
Five gay men try to improve the lives and confidence of straight men by giving them makeovers and advice.
Stars: Ted Allen, Carson Kressley, Kyan Douglas, Thom Filicia
Votes: 2,536
29. Hannah Montana (2006–2011)
TV-G | 23 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Adventures of a teenage pop star who keeps her identity secret from even her closest friends by using a disguise on-stage.
Stars: Miley Cyrus, Emily Osment, Jason Earles, Billy Ray Cyrus
Votes: 43,768
30. 16 and Pregnant (2009– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Reality-TV
Get an intimate look into the lives of teenagers as they navigate adolescence while facing unplanned pregnancies and go from high school students to parents-to-be.
Stars: Drew Pinsky, Vinnie Vineyard, Ebony Jackson, Joshua Rendon
Votes: 2,798
31. Glee (2009–2015)
TV-PG | 44 min | Comedy, Drama, Music
A group of ambitious misfits try to escape the harsh realities of high school by joining a glee club headed by a passionate Spanish teacher.
Stars: Lea Michele, Jane Lynch, Matthew Morrison, Cory Monteith
Votes: 155,480
32. Shake It Up (2010–2013)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
Two Chicago teens attempt to realize their dream of becoming professional dancers by landing spots on a popular local show.
Stars: Bella Thorne, Zendaya, Davis Cleveland, Roshon Fegan
Votes: 14,454
33. Teletubbies (1997–2001)
TV-Y | 28 min | Family, Fantasy, Musical
Four creatures with televisions in their stomachs have fun in their magical world.
Stars: Rolf Saxon, Jessica Smith, John Simmit, Nikky Smedley
Votes: 8,749
34. My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic (2010–2020)
TV-Y | 22 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
After learning that her friends, as well as herself, are the magical Elements of Harmony, studious unicorn Twilight Sparkle is sent by her mentor, Princess Celestia, to Ponyville to study the magic of friendship with help from her friends.
Stars: Ashleigh Ball, Tara Strong, Tabitha St. Germain, Andrea Libman
Votes: 22,802
35. Operation Repo (2007–2014)
Drama
Take a look inside the fast-paced, high pressure world of car repossession with a team of highly trained professionals from California's San Fernando Valley.
Stars: Froylan Tercero, Matt Burch, Sonia Pizarro, Lou Pizarro
Votes: 1,790
36. The Bachelor (1999)
PG-13 | 101 min | Comedy, Romance
A commitment-phobic man goes in search of a bride, including his fed-up girlfriend, to inherit his grandfather's one hundred million dollar inheritance.
Director: Gary Sinyor | Stars: Chris O'Donnell, Renée Zellweger, Artie Lange, Edward Asner
Votes: 19,015 | Gross: $21.76M
37. The Bachelorette (2003– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV, Romance
A single bachelorette dates multiple men over several weeks, narrowing them down to hopefully find her true love.
Stars: Chris Harrison, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Tayshia Adams, Jesse Palmer
Votes: 5,934
38. Marvin Marvin (2012–2013)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi
An alien boy is sent to Earth because of a war on his home planet.
Stars: Lucas Cruikshank, Victory Van Tuyl, Pat Finn, Mim Drew
Votes: 2,010
39. The Simple Life (2003–2007)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Reality-TV
Paris and Nicole accept various internships along the East Coast. Hilarity ensues as the girls leave their limos behind and travel by Greyhound bus.
Stars: Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie, James DuMont, David Richards
Votes: 5,908
40. Joey (2004–2006)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
In this spin-off of Friends (1994), Joey Tribbiani moves to Los Angeles to pursue his acting career.
Stars: Matt LeBlanc, Paulo Costanzo, Drea de Matteo, Andrea Anders
Votes: 44,189
41. Pauly (1997)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy
Pauly Sherman is a freeloader. His dad brings home a sexy blonde. Pauly's main mission is to ruin the relationship between his father and her, but he is unsuccessful.
Stars: Pauly Shore, Charlotte Ross, Kevin Weisman, Amy Hill
Votes: 163
42. The Swan (2004–2005)
TV-14 | 60 min | Reality-TV
A reality show about an ugly duckling turned beautiful swan, only it's a woman giving herself a physical makeover with plastic surgery, to compete in a beauty pageant.
Stars: Terry J. Dubrow, Amanda Byram, Nely Galan, Randal D. Haworth
Votes: 529
43. Stacked (2005–2006)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
A party girl starts a new life as an employee at a family-run bookstore.
Stars: Pamela Anderson, Brian Scolaro, Christopher Lloyd, Elon Gold
Votes: 1,975
44. The Chevy Chase Show (1993– )
60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Chevy Chase hosts his own short-lived talk show.
Stars: Chevy Chase, Ron Russ, Robert Townsend, Robert De Niro
Votes: 274
45. Sex and the City (1998–2004)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Four female New Yorkers gossip about their sex lives (or lack thereof) and find new ways to deal with being a woman in the late 1990s.
Stars: Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon
Votes: 142,914
46. The Carrie Diaries (2013–2014)
TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Carrie Bradshaw is in her junior year of high school in the early 1980s. She asks her first questions about love, sex, friendship and family while navigating the worlds of high school and Manhattan.
Stars: AnnaSophia Robb, Austin Butler, Ellen Wong, Katie Findlay
Votes: 28,959
47. Survivor (2000– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Adventure, Game-Show, Reality-TV
A reality show where a group of contestants are stranded in a remote location with little more than the clothes on their back. The lone survivor of this contest takes home a million dollars.
Stars: Jeff Probst, Lillian Morris, Jon Dalton, Rob Mariano
Votes: 27,424
48. Teen Mom OG (2009– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Reality-TV
A documentary series that follows four of 16 & Pregnant's first season stars, Farrah, Maci, Amber and Catelynn as they face the challenges of motherhood.
Stars: Amber Portwood, Catelynn Baltierra, Maci Bookout, Farrah Laurel Abraham
Votes: 4,812
49. Flavor of Love (2006– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV, Romance
Flavor flay is on the hunt to find his dream girl! Join him and his female contestants on a show full of laughs and raw chicken.
Stars: Flavor Flav, Ricky B. Head, Dion Graham, Tiffany Pollard
Votes: 2,339
50. Rock of Love with Bret Michaels (2007– )
TV-14 | 43 min | Game-Show, Music, Reality-TV
Through a series of challenges, women compete for a chance to live with rock star Bret Michaels, who rose to fame in the '80s by fronting the band Poison.
Stars: Bret Michaels, Big John Murray, Heather Chadwell, Lacey Sculls
Votes: 2,014
51. Bad Girls Club (2006– )
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Reality-TV
A group of rebellious women are put in a house together in an experiment intended to moderate their behavior.
Stars: Andre Parr, Tanisha Thomas, Natalie Nunn, Neveen Ismael
Votes: 2,904
52. 7th Heaven (1996–2007)
TV-G | 60 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Eric Camden, a minister, and his wife Annie deal with the drama of having seven children, ranging from toddlers to adults with families of their own.
Stars: Stephen Collins, Catherine Hicks, Jessica Biel, Beverley Mitchell
Votes: 26,997
53. Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew (2008– )
60 min | Drama, Reality-TV
Eight celebrities check into rehab under Dr. Drew for 21 days.
Stars: Drew Pinsky, Shelly Sprague, Bob Forrest, William Smith
Votes: 1,478
54. The Apprentice (2004–2017)
TV-PG | 60 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Contestants compete for a job as an apprentice to billionaire American Donald Trump.
Stars: Donald Trump, Kendra Todd, Tana Goertz, Ivanka Trump
Votes: 8,770
55. Boy Meets Boy (2003)
60 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
An American reality television show in which a gay man meets and chooses a mate from a group of 15 potential male suitors. The twist is that the "leading man" does not know the mix of suitors includes both gay and heterosexual men.
Stars: James Getzlaff, Dani Behr, Wes Culwell, Brian Hay
Votes: 211
56. The Anna Nicole Show (2002–2004)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Reality-TV
Reality show starring everyone's favorite plus sized model Anna Nicole Smith!
Stars: Anna Nicole Smith, Daniel Smith, Howard K. Stern, Kim Walther
Votes: 834
57. Are You Hot? The Search for America's Sexiest People (2003– )
TV-14 | 120 min | Comedy, Reality-TV
Women and men are judged to be sexy, or not, using harsh critique and even an evaluating laser pointer.
Stars: Lorenzo Lamas, Rachel Hunter, Randolph Duke, JD Roberto
Votes: 194
58. Britney & Kevin: Chaotic (2005)
TV-14 | 150 min | Music, Reality-TV, Romance
Britney Spears and Kevin Federline will share their love story through never-before-seen home videos they shot themselves during their courtship, engagement and wedding.
Stars: Britney Spears, Kevin Federline, Felicia Culotta, Teresa Espinosa
Votes: 769
59. Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica (2003–2005)
TV-PG | 30 min | Reality-TV, Romance
"Newlyweds" follows the lives of pop stars Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson in the same way "The Osbournes" follows Ozzy's clan.
Stars: Jessica Simpson, Nick Lachey, Drew Lachey, Tina Simpson
Votes: 1,112
60. V.I.P. (1998–2002)
60 min | Action, Comedy, Crime
Vallery, a hot-dog stand employee, accidentally saves a movie star from a fan. Mistaken for a highly skilled bodyguard, she is approached to serve as the now-famous face of an elite bodyguard agency, renamed Vallery Irons Protection.
Stars: Pamela Anderson, Molly Culver, Shaun Baker, Natalie Raitano
Votes: 4,930
61. Baywatch Nights (1995–1997)
TV-PG | 60 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Baywatch veteran Mitch Buchannon moonlights as a P.I. with his two friends Garner and Ryan. In season 2, Diamont replaces Garner, and Mitch's cases suddenly take a hard turn towards supernatural horror.
Stars: David Hasselhoff, Angie Harmon, Eddie Cibrian, Donna D'Errico
Votes: 1,569
62. Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Millionaire? (2000 TV Special)
Reality-TV, Romance
A high-stakes "till-death-us-do-part" Dating Game, but with better prizes. The bride got a $35,000 engagement ring, a free Caribbean cruise honeymoon and an Isuzu Trooper. Total estimated ... See full summary »
Director: Don Weiner | Stars: Anna Agatka, Kate Barnett, Alycia Benn, Michelle Bien
Votes: 190
63. The Chamber (2002– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Family, Game-Show
Short-lived (and very cruel) game show, where contestants competed to answer questions while strapped inside a torture chamber and enduring intense heat and cold.
Stars: Karly Rothenberg, Karen-Eileen Gordon, Jennifer Basa, G.T. Holme
Votes: 44
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