Fear Factor

2002 – 2004Show3 seasons32 episodesTV-PG

68
GoodGoodWatch score
68
GoodGoodWatch score

Summary

Contestants perform a series of extreme (and not infrequently gross) stunts in hopes of winning a grand prize.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Party vibe

Skip it if

  • You want something quiet and calm

Where to watch

Fingerprint

Not for warmth, laughs or romance.

Shows with

Facts

September 3, 2002 · August 22, 2004 · Ended

First aired
September 3, 2002
Last aired
August 22, 2004
Status
Ended
Length
3 seasons · 32 episodes
Age rating
TV-PG
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Reality
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom, United States
Available in
5 countries

Tropes

Death by Irony, Character Catchphrase, Gross-Out Show +9

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Fear Factor?"

Questions about Fear Factor

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Fear Factor worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68 (IMDb 3.6).

Is Fear Factor okay for kids?

TV-PGViolenceDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-PG in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

How long does it take to watch Fear Factor?

24 h

About 24 hours: 32 episodes in 3 seasons of about 45 minutes each, aired from 2002 to 2004.

Is Fear Factor plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: intrigue (8 of 10) and spectacle (8 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.

Will Fear Factor scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 7 of 10.

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 tropes for it, including Death by Irony, Character Catchphrase, and Gross-Out Show.