Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

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  • TV-PG
  • 2003
  • 10 Seasons
  • 6.3  (4,892)

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition was a feel-good, heartwarming reality TV show that ran on ABC from 2003 to 2020. The show was hosted by Ty Pennington and featured designers Paul DiMeo and Michael Moloney who were responsible for leading a team of builders and volunteers to renovate homes for deserving families in need.

Each episode would begin with a backstory of a family who had been through a difficult time, such as living in sub-standard living conditions or experiencing a tragedy. The audience would get a glimpse of their living conditions before the renovation and see how the makeover would drastically improve their lives.

Ty Pennington would then surprise the family by knocking on their door and shouting the famous catchphrase, "Good morning, [family name]!" as a construction crew and a massive bus rolled in. The family would watch in amazement as their old home was stripped down to the foundation and a new home would be built in just seven days.

The design team, led by Paul DiMeo and Michael Moloney, would create a unique and personalized dream home for each family, taking into account their tastes, hobbies, and unique needs. The final design would often include custom features like a home gym, a music studio, or a playroom for the kids.

The build was a massive operation involving hundreds of builders, volunteers, and even celebrities who would pitch in to help with the renovation. Each family would also receive additional gifts and surprises throughout the renovation process, including a vacation, a new car, and even a scholarship for their children.

The show was not just about transforming the physical space, but it was also about rebuilding people's lives. The show demonstrated how a home could impact someone's whole existence, and it was inspiring to see how much of a difference a new home made for each family and also to the community around them.

In addition, watching the show brought the audience on an emotional rollercoaster, as they felt the families joy, gratefulness, and sometimes overwhelming emotions. The extreme home makeover was not only a building transformation but also emotional and personal transformations for the family.

Since the show aired over a decade ago, it still has a loyal fan base and can be watched online. The series was a huge success and had an impact on the lives of all involved, from the families who received the renovations to the volunteers who contributed to the build. Extreme Makeover: Home Edition was definitely a show that left a lasting impression on the hearts of its viewers.

In conclusion, the ABC show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition was a series that gave hope to families and communities while demonstrating what a difference a new home and a new beginning can make for someone in need. It was a show that touched many lives and can still be watched online today.

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition is a series that ran for 10 seasons (220 episodes) between December 5, 2003 and on ABC

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To Protect and Serve
10. To Protect and Serve
April 5, 2020
A Los Angeles police officer and his family give back to the homeless population on Skid Row.
The Favorite Neighbors
9. The Favorite Neighbors
March 29, 2020
After gang violence struck too close to home, a couple opened their doors to neighborhood kids to provide a safe haven. The home has seen better days, so Jesse, the designers and volunteers give the large family a space to match the size of their hearts.
Serving Those Who Serve Us
8. Serving Those Who Serve Us
March 22, 2020
A family that dedicated their lives to serving the country now serves the less fortunate, but time has not been kind to their 100-year-old Craftsman. It's up to Jesse and the design team to help restore the historical home to its former glory.
From Tornado to Tear Down
7. From Tornado to Tear Down
March 15, 2020
After a tornado damaged the home of a mom and her daughter, the property has been plagued by undesirable living conditions and mold. Jesse and the team step in to give them a French Country-inspired home that makes health concerns a thing of the past.
For Home and Country
6. For Home and Country
March 15, 2020
In a show first, the team surprises two families with a duplex. The military families struggled to adjust to civilian life after active duty, so Jesse and the team enlist volunteers to construct the home in a community built just for veterans.
Renovating a Time Capsule
5. Renovating a Time Capsule
March 8, 2020
The 1970s-style home of a non-profit co-founder gets a facelift.
Starting From Scratch
4. Starting From Scratch
March 8, 2020
A firefighter, his mom and three kids get a new home after a tragic loss.
A Teacher's Journey
3. A Teacher's Journey
March 1, 2020
Even after suffering a major injury, a caring teacher that works with at-risk teens dedicates his life to helping his students. Jesse, the designers, hundreds of volunteers and two special guests work around the clock to renovate his family's home.
This Land is Your Land
2. This Land is Your Land
February 23, 2020
A young man and his siblings relocated to Ogden, UT, as refugees after experiencing a devastating loss in the Congo. Now, Jesse Tyler Ferguson gives the family life-changing news before Tamara Day and volunteers build them a modern-tropical home.
All in the Mosley Family
1. All in the Mosley Family
February 16, 2020
After welcoming three teens deemed "unadoptable" into her home, a single mom with two kids of her own is forced to move her family into her mom's cramped place. Jesse Tyler Ferguson and the team give them a fresh start in a new house with tons of space.
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Where to Watch Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition is available for streaming on the ABC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Extreme Makeover: Home Edition on demand at Philo, Netflix, Hulu, Vudu and HGTV.
  • Premiere Date
    December 5, 2003
  • IMDB Rating
    6.3  (4,892)