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Faking It

2000·Show
49Episodes in9Seasons·TV-G
46
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis4
  • Romance3

Humor

Some satire and cringe comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody7
  • Cringe Humor6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

Everyday modern life, show business, and society

  • Novelty9
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Faking It was a television programme originating on Channel 4 which has spawned various international remakes, including a United States version which began in 2003 on the TLC network. Devised by Stephen Lambert of RDF Media, the programme's original concept was "a modern-day Pygmalion", referring to the George Bernard Shaw play in which flower girl Eliza Doolittle is trained to appear like an aristocrat.The series ended on Boxing day 2006 with faker Sharon Pallister transforming from cleaner to burlesque performer and featured Wayne Sleep, Miss Immodesty Blaize and Dita von Teese
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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Faking It

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Where can I stream Faking It legally?

Faking It is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Faking It worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Faking It rated?

TV-GSexual content

It's rated TV-G in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.

How many seasons does Faking It have?

9 seasons

It has 9 seasons with 49 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did Faking It air?

It ran from 2000 to 2006 and has ended.

What language is Faking It in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Faking It?

4GBGGIEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Faking It in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Faking It use?

Romantic Fake–Real TurnConfetti DropStylistic SuckLaser-Guided KarmaWaving Signs AroundPrecision F-StrikeCrazy Cat LadyHidden DepthsManly GayDisaster DominoesSkewed PrioritiesLove Triangleand 138 more

TV Tropes lists 150 storytelling tropes for Faking It, including Romantic Fake–Real Turn, Confetti Drop, Stylistic Suck.