Fear Factor

2002·Show
32Episodes in3Seasons·TV-PG
36
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb3.6Metacritic–6.7Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

PrimeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TV

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Fear Factor fingerprint

Relentless energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline10
  • Tension9
  • Fast Pace9

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis4
  • Pathos3
  • Melancholy2

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life

  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty5
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

Contestants perform a series of extreme (and not infrequently gross) stunts in hopes of winning a grand prize.
Extreme StuntsDaredevil ChallengesGross-Out MomentsReality CompetitionHigh StakesAdrenaline RushSurvivalIntense TensionContestants

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Fear Factor

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Fear Factor legally?

PrimeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TV

Fear Factor is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Fear Factor worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 3.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Fear Factor rated?

TV-PGViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Fear Factor have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 32 episodes.

When did Fear Factor air?

It ran from 2002 to 2004 and has ended.

What language is Fear Factor in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Fear Factor?

5CACLCOGBUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Fear Factor in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Fear Factor use?

Death by IronyCharacter CatchphraseGross-Out ShowVomit Discretion ShotBrutish BullsLarge HamRunning GagFlawless VictoryElectric TortureTraumatic HaircutDeadpan SnarkerHistory Repeatsand 40 more

TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for Fear Factor, including Death by Irony, Character Catchphrase, Gross-Out Show.

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