Netflix is starting to dominate reality TV — here are the 12 best original shows to watch

Gabbi ShawApr 24, 2020, 22:45 IST

Jonathan Van Ness stars in "Queer Eye."Netflix

Every year, Netflix releases dozens of original shows and movies, but recently its reality TV programming has caused the most stir.
From "Queer Eye" to "Nailed It!" to "Love Is Blind," the streaming service is increasingly dominating the reality TV landscape.
Insider picked 12 original Netflix reality series that are worth your time to binge, especially while many of us are stuck at home.
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More and more, reality TV shows are created to cater to every type of TV viewer. Perhaps you like home design and renovations shows. Maybe dating shows are more your jam — or you like acts of physical endurance. Don't worry, Netflix has series for all of those people.

While not every show on this list has become a cultural phenomenon like "Love Is Blind," all 12 are pleasant, feel-good viewing, especially in today's world. You may be stuck at home, but you can live vicariously through the cast of "Singapore Social" or make decisions for Bear Grylls in "You vs. Wild." You can get inspiration from designers on "Next in Fashion," or the pastry chefs on "Sugar Rush."

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"Sugar Rush" is a baking competition in which bakers create cupcakes and other confections for a chance to win $10,000.

"Sugar Rush." Netflix

"Amazing Interiors" focuses on homes that look normal on the outside, but are totally unbelievable on the inside.

"Amazing Interiors." Netflix

"You vs. Wild" is an interactive nature show starring Bear Grylls, in which the viewer gets to decide his every move.

"You vs. Wild." Netflix.

"Singapore Social" is basically "The Hills," but in Singapore. While you may not be able to travel right now, you can always hop on Netflix and pretend you're there.

"Singapore Social." Netflix

"Next in Fashion" is Netflix's foray into the fashion design world, and is hosted by "Queer Eye's" Tan France and Alexa Chung.

"Next in Fashion." Netflix

"Rhythm + Flow" is Netflix's first musical competition show. It's dedicated to finding the next big rapper.

"Rhythm + Flow." Raven Varona/Netflix

"Dating Around's" six episodes each focused on a different person going on five blind dates.

"Dating Around." Netflix

If anything will restore your faith in humanity, it's the new version of "Queer Eye."

"Queer Eye." Christopher Polk/Getty Images

"Nailed It!" will make you feel better about your own failed attempts at Pinterest baked goods.

"Nailed It!" Netflix

"Ultimate Beastmaster" was Netflix's answer to "American Ninja Warrior," though their version added teamwork and an Olympics-esque quality.

"Ultimate Beastmaster." Netflix

On "Love Is Blind," participants in the "experiment" fall in love and get engaged through a wall, before ever seeing each other. But the real fun begins after they've met.

"Love Is Blind." Netflix

On "Love Is Blind," participants in the "experiment" fall in love and get engaged through a wall, before ever seeing each other. But the real fun begins after they've met.

"The Circle" is Netflix's combination of social media, catfishing, and reality TV.

"The Circle." Netflix

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Netflix is starting to dominate reality TV — here are the 12 best original shows to watch

"Sugar Rush" is a baking competition in which bakers create cupcakes and other confections for a chance to win $10,000.

"Amazing Interiors" focuses on homes that look normal on the outside, but are totally unbelievable on the inside.

"You vs. Wild" is an interactive nature show starring Bear Grylls, in which the viewer gets to decide his every move.

"Singapore Social" is basically "The Hills," but in Singapore. While you may not be able to travel right now, you can always hop on Netflix and pretend you're there.

"Next in Fashion" is Netflix's foray into the fashion design world, and is hosted by "Queer Eye's" Tan France and Alexa Chung.

"Rhythm + Flow" is Netflix's first musical competition show. It's dedicated to finding the next big rapper.

"Dating Around's" six episodes each focused on a different person going on five blind dates.

If anything will restore your faith in humanity, it's the new version of "Queer Eye."

"Nailed It!" will make you feel better about your own failed attempts at Pinterest baked goods.

"Ultimate Beastmaster" was Netflix's answer to "American Ninja Warrior," though their version added teamwork and an Olympics-esque quality.

On "Love Is Blind," participants in the "experiment" fall in love and get engaged through a wall, before ever seeing each other. But the real fun begins after they've met.

"The Circle" is Netflix's combination of social media, catfishing, and reality TV.