13 Fear Is Real

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  • TV-14
  • 2009
  • 1 Season
  • 5.3  (333)

13 Fear Is Real is a reality game show that premiered on The CW in 2009. The show is hosted by actress and scream queen, Brooke Burns. Thirteen contestants are brought together in a creepy setting, where they are challenged to face their fears and compete for a cash prize of $66,666. The show was created by Sam Raimi, the director of the horror classic, Evil Dead.

The contestants are taken to a remote location in the woods, where they are given a series of challenges that are designed to scare them out of their wits. The challenges are based on the 13 common fears that people experience, such as claustrophobia, arachnophobia, and necrophobia. Each challenge has a fear factor rating, ranging from one to five. The contestants must face their fears and survive the challenges to advance to the next round.

Each episode features two challenges, with the contestant with the lowest fear factor rating being sent home. The eliminated contestants are required to leave the set immediately, to create a realistic and suspenseful atmosphere. In addition to the challenges, the contestants are also given clues to find the hidden immunity idol, which can save them from elimination.

The show has a dark and eerie vibe, with the contestants navigating through dark forests, abandoned buildings, and graveyards. The challenges are designed to be as frightening as possible, with the producers using special effects and jump scares to terrify the contestants. However, the show never crosses the line into being gratuitously violent or gory, making it accessible to a wider audience.

13 Fear Is Real is notable for its innovative use of technology. The contestants are outfitted with special GPS bracelets that allow the producers to track their movements and alert them to danger. The contestants are also given hand-held cameras to record their experiences, which are then edited into the show to create a cinematic feel.

The show also features a number of twists and turns that keep the contestants on their toes. There are hidden cameras throughout the set, which record the contestants' conversations and interactions. The producers also have the ability to manipulate the game, adding unexpected challenges or eliminating contestants at their discretion.

The show has a diverse cast of contestants, ranging from a nerdy gamer to a tough Marine. The contestants all have their own unique fears and personalities, which makes for interesting drama and tension. The contestants are not allowed to form alliances or coalitions, which adds an element of paranoia and mistrust to the game.

Overall, 13 Fear Is Real is a unique and entertaining reality show that successfully combines horror with game show elements. The challenges are genuinely terrifying, and the contestants' reactions are both entertaining and relatable. The show balances suspense and drama with humor and heart, making it a must-watch for fans of horror and reality TV alike.

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Seasons
Boom
8. Boom
February 20, 2009
Three remain for the final execution ceremony where one will survive and win $66,666.
Alone
7. Alone
February 13, 2009
The surviving contestants must escape from straight jackets and a room full of horrors.
A Deal With The Devil
6. A Deal With The Devil
February 6, 2009
The contestants finally learn who the killer is once they get to the slaughter house. The killer tries to get to someone else but the unlucky victim tries to form a team in order to protect their place in the competition.
A Lesson In Terror
5. A Lesson In Terror
January 30, 2009
The contestants still left in the competition are taken to an old school where they must live and follow the tasks set out by the mastermind. Also, the secret identity of the killer finally comes to light.
Fort Fear
4. Fort Fear
January 28, 2009
A military fort is the next location for the contestants where they argue who the killer might be. After that, they decide to go in search of ghosts.
A Killer Amongst Us
3. A Killer Amongst Us
January 21, 2009
Despite being the middle of the day, a killer has struck, leaving behind a bloody glove. the contestants are sent on a scavenger hunt where 2 of the players nearly face execution.
The Accused
2. The Accused
January 14, 2009
When a killer is wrongly accused by one of the contestants, he is punished by the mastermind, causing a high alert for everyone. One contestant struggles to stay afloat in this week's ritual. Two players are sent to the execution room where they are left with some rats.
Meet the Mastermind
1. Meet the Mastermind
January 7, 2009
Two contestants are buried alive in the Louisiana Bayou.
Description
  • Premiere Date
    January 7, 2009
  • IMDB Rating
    5.3  (333)