The Biggest Loser

2009·Show
47Episodes in2Seasons·TV-PG

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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The Biggest Loser fingerprint

A touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Hopeful and moving

  • Hopefulness8
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor4
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Wit & Wordplay1

World

Everyday modern life, pop culture, and sports

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Novelty5

Craft

Standout storytelling

  • Narrative Structure8
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography5
  • Sound Centrality5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure Escapism

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About

Popular reality fare about overweight people competing to drop pounds. Divided initially into teams, the contestants are aided (and bullied) by trainers and must participate in physical reward challenges. At the end of each episode, there's a weigh-in that helps determine who is sent packing.
Reality CompetitionWeight Loss JourneyPersonal TransformationEmotional StrugglesMotivational ContentHealth & FitnessPop Culture PhenomenonHigh StakesHuman Drama

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Biggest Loser

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Biggest Loser legally?

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Is The Biggest Loser worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 4.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Biggest Loser rated?

TV-PG

It's rated TV-PG in the United States.

How many seasons does The Biggest Loser have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 47 episodes.

Is The Biggest Loser based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did The Biggest Loser air?

It ran from 2009 to 2011 and has ended.

What language is The Biggest Loser in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

What tropes does The Biggest Loser use?

Rage QuitAbusive ParentsPyrrhic VictoryMean Character, Nice ActorCluster F-BombEpic FailConfetti DropHumiliation CongaCustom Uniform of SexyInelegant BlubberingPet the DogCaptain Obviousand 27 more

TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for The Biggest Loser, including Rage Quit, Abusive Parents, Pyrrhic Victory.

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