2015 Reality & Docu-series listing

Big Women: Big Love [Lifetime  (USA)] 8 parts docusoap Jan 1, 2015
Dating can be one of the most difficult parts of a woman's life, but being extra curvy can make it that much more complicated. "Big Women: Big Love" examines the lives of five plus-sized women as they navigate the tricky waters of the turbulent and sometimes harsh dating scene, struggling through bad dates and worse judgments. Shining a light on a group of women who are rarely the focus of TV cameras, the show provides a unique point of view on their experiences in love and life.

Korean Food Made Simple [cookingchannel (USA)]  parts cooking Jan 1, 2015
This series is a fascinating introduction to simple, delicious, healthy Korean food, quick and easy to cook. Executive chef and food writer Judy Joo travels back to South Korea and sets off on an incredible culinary journey to visit some of the amazing people and places inspiring her Korean cooking and shares with us her passion for authentic traditional and modern Korean dishes. Back in her kitchen, she shares with us her super-simple recipes, inspiring everyone to try out Korean flavors and ingredients for family and friends.

Child Genius [Lifetime (USA)]  parts competition series Jan 6, 2015
The show features 20 boys and girls ages 8 to 12 from across the country, all competing for a $100,000 college fund and the title of Child Genius 2014 It centers on America's most extraordinary and gifted children and their families as they prepare for a national intelligence competition. In cooperation with American Mensa, the competition takes place over eight weeks and tests the nation's brightest young minds on their knowledge of Math, Spelling, Geography, Memory, the Human Body, U.S. Presidents, Vocabulary, Current Events, Zoology, Astronomy and Space, Inventions, Literature and the Arts, Earth Science and Logic

Wild Transport [A&E (USA)]  parts docu-series Jan 6, 2015
It follows the passionate team at the premier animal rescue, removal and relocation company that specializes in the dangerous and deadly.
The "Wild Transport" team is led by dynamic duo, Rick DeRidder and Andrew Biddle, who are extreme opposites but share a childlike enthusiasm for creatures big and small, taking advantage of any opportunity to get up close and personal with the animals they transport. From lions and tigers to alligators and cobras, each transport proves to be an adventure with its own set of challenges as they travel across the country with unique and risky cargo in tow.
Throughout the season the "Wild Transport" crew tackles a variety of precious cargo including a camel that proves to be smarter than expected, stubborn zedonks that like to bite like a zebra and kick like a donkey, adult tigers and their cubs, who were too cute to leave behind, and a sneaky venomous snake that goes missing. At "Wild Transport" there's never a dull moment when every trip is a high risk, high stakes adventure.

Framework [Spike TV (USA)] 10 parts competition series Jan 6, 2015
It showcase the nation's best emerging furniture designers as they compete for a $100,000 cash prize and the opportunity for their work to be sold by a major manufacturer. The builders will use unconventional materials, rethink classic furniture pieces, and incorporate a variety of techniques and disciplines to demonstrate their mastery of furniture creation. In each episode, a contestant will be eliminated by a panel of judges led by host Common

Expedition Unknown [Travel Channel (USA)] 12 parts Travel Jan 8, 2015
The series chronicles the adventures of the explorer as he searches for truth behind the world's most iconic legends
Gates investigates the latest developments in each unsolved legend before embarking on a fully immersive exploration. To separate fact from fiction, Gates inserts himself in different cultures to understand the world as they do. Whether he's trekking through Fiji in search of Amelia Earhart's remains or diving the deep seas of Panama to locate Captain Morgan's pirate ship, Gates' authentic roughshod adventures lead him one step closer to finding the truth.

Love Thy Sister [We tv (USA)]  parts  docu-soap series    Jan 8, 2015
The series showcases three affluent African-American sisters at the height of Southern society, who shake things up and put the "fun" in dysfunctional

Alaska: Battle on the Bay [Animal Planet (USA)] 8 parts docu-series Jan 8, 2015
In Alaska, fishing is a full-contact sport, and on Thursday, January 8, at 10 PM ET/PT, prepare for war on the water. Animal Planet's eight-part series ALASKA: BATTLE ON THE BAY submerges viewers within a high-stakes fishing drama as 1,800 captains and their crews draw the battle lines to help protect Alaska's ecosystem from the 44 million strong sockeye salmon migration and reel in a massive paydayy
In the most competitive fishery on Earth, which Captain can keep his crew afloat and capitalize on the salmon gold rush in Alaska?

All About Sex [TLC  (USA)]  6 parts    talk show    Jan 10, 2015
The show will feature watercooler talk on the latest sex-related news, open conversations about sex, as well as a social media and viewer component, where the audience can chime in by asking questions via the #AllAboutSexTLC hashtag on Twitter.

My Husband’s Not Gay [TLC (USA)]  parts  reality  Jan 11, 2015
The show follows married Utah Mormon men who are attracted to the same sex despite being married to women who don’t identify themselves as homosexual despite having an attraction to men

Wrestling With Death [WGN (USA)]  parts  Reality Jan 13 , 2015
The Latham family of Osceola, Arkansas, who are morticians by day who run the Wilson Funeral Home, and professional wrestlers by night who run the Mid-Southern Championship Wrestling League.


Barrett-Jackson Live [Discovery Channel (USA)] parts cars Jan 13, 2015
Velocity stars Chris Jacobs of “Overhaulin'” and Ray Evernham of “Americarna’s” will headline “Barrett-Jackson Live” collector car auction coverage in 2015

My Big Fat Fabulous Life [TLC (USA)] 9 parts  docu-series Jan 13 , 2015
After Whitney Thore was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, she quickly gained more than 200 lbs. Once a slender dancer, Whitney felt like a skinny girl trapped in a fat girl's body; she felt as though her life was over. Struggling with self-doubt and societal pressures, but eager to continue sharing her passion for dance with the world, Whitney courageously posted a self-choreographed performance piece on YouTube in January 2014. "A Fat Girl Dancing" became an overnight sensation and turned her life upside down. "My Big Fat Fabulous Life" follows Whitney's life in Greensboro, North Carolina, with all the ups and downs, humor, heart and tears that come with being a fat girl in today's world.
Viewers will get a window into Whitney's life as she tries to find her way in a world that judges people by their size. She recently moved backed in with her parents at the age of 30. Determined to find happiness from the inside out and live her life out loud, Whitney rediscovers her love of dance, pursuing an aggressive dance schedule despite her weight and even teaching her first dance class for "big girls." She's also throwing herself into the dating scene—much to the chagrin of her often-meddlesome parents—and she's waging war on the intolerance that she calls "the last socially acceptable prejudice." From donning a bikini on the beach for the first time in a decade to confronting online bullies who try to body-shame her, Whitney Thore is no longer letting her fear of people's judgment dictate the way she lives her life

Rock This Boat: New Kids on the Block [TVGN  (USA)] 9 parts  Reality Jan 14, 2015
Die-hard fans take the vacation of a lifetime when they board a cruise with the sole intention of being near the members of their favorite band for just a few days. New Kids on the Block (NKOTB), one of the hottest boy bands in music history with more than 80 million albums sold worldwide, will set sail on their wildly popular, sold-out cruise, joining their most loyal fans for a four-day adventure at sea. The cast includes a whole range of NKOTB devotees, including three sisters taking the family cruise they've always dreamt about to and a group of single moms looking to let their hair down by partying with rock stars. Sail on back to your youth with "Rock This Boat" — celebrating fandom like never before. Fans will be able to indulge with nine 30-minute episodes.

Snoop & Son: A Dad's Dream [ESPN (USA)] 5 parts docuseries Jan 14, 2015
An unprecedented look at Snoop Dogg's journey with his football star son Cordell Broadus
With exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Snoop and Cordell as he prepares for the next level, the half-hour show will take viewers into the Broadus home, on Snoop's tour bus as he breaks down game film, and on the sidelines for each game of Cordell's senior season.


The Story Behind [TVGN (USA)]  parts  Reality Jan 14, 2015
"The Story Behind" features new episodes that go behind-the-scenes of TV's greatest hits and most iconic shows, and how they got their start. The series reveals stories straight from the set with exclusive on-camera interviews with all the insider players from cast members to producers to television executives. The one-hour episodes will highlight some of TV's most treasured classics, including "Everybody Loves Raymond," "Home Improvement," "Beverly Hills, 90210," "Will & Grace," "Full House," "Friends" and "ER." "The Story Behind" will be a Pop Media Group production

Breaking Point [Investigation Discovery (USA)]  parts  docudrama  Jan 15, 2015
It features subjects who believe they are participating in a documentary about their life of crime
Told in gripping verite-style, these are the stories of lost souls who walk life's tightrope, edging closer and closer to a great fall, while dragging their loved ones down with them. Through "Breaking Point," the criminals and their families confront their darkest demons with the hope of finally finding a road to redemption. Each episode follows real criminals through their daily lives and starkly reveals the devastation their behavior has brought to themselves, their families and friends.

Whitney [Lifetime (USA)]  parts  biopic  Jan 17 , 2015
Beginning with Houston and Brown's courtship, the film will show “the overwhelming rewards and consequences of the fame and fortune created by Houston's meteoric rise that would soon overshadow them both,” the network said in a statement

Best New Restaurant [Bravo (USA)] parts culinary competition Jan 21, 2015
An out-of-studio culinary competition that tackles the food world from a fresh direction: the restaurant. Restaurateur and host Tom Colicchio, along with his trusted team of experts, pit 16 of the nation’s hottest new restaurants against each other in a series of challenges aimed at determining who provides the best all-around experience. Tom will travel across the nation in search of only one restaurant that deserves a cash prize and the title “Best New Restaurant.”

Nightwatch [A&E (USA)]  parts  Medical    Jan 22, 2015
Nightwatch follows the dangerous and hectic stretch between 9PM and 3AM when emergency responders come across the most unnerving cases. New Orleans is the backdrop for this nonfiction drama series where cameras have unlimited access to the city’s Fire Department and EMS Unit. Those who cover the night shift battle time and circumstance to save lives while they try to keep their own personal lives and relationships in order

Love, Lust or Run [TLC (USA)] 12 parts    fashion    Jan 23, 2015
Features women with major fashion mishaps as they come to Stacy for help in turning their over-the-top looks from WTF to WOW

A Path Appears [PBS (USA) ] 3 parts  docuseries Jan 26, Feb 2 & 9, 2015
In the three-part PBS documentary miniseries A Path Appears, Sheryl WuDunn and Nicholas Kristof focus on solutions to the myriad problems that financially disadvantaged girls and women in America and in poor countries face. WuDunn and Kristof recently published a book called A Path Appears and previously launched the Half the Sky movement, which yielded a book and a PBS series of the same name

Bizarre Foods:Delicious Destinations [Travel Channel] 13 parts Jan 26 , 2015
is an extension of the long-running and popular “Bizarre Foods” franchise. “Bizarre Foods: “Delicious Destinations,” hosted by renowned chef and culinary explorer Andrew Zimmern, is a travel series that digs into the not-to-be-missed unique & exotic foods that define a location. Every traveler wants to try a crepe in Paris, gelato in Florence, fish ‘n’ chips in London or a Po’ Boy in New Orleans.  But how many really know how these foods were invented, where they came from, how they are made, and the right way to eat them; and finally, who makes the best ones?

Duff Till Dawn [Food Network] 6 parts  competition  Jan 29 , 2015
The new series features the "Ace of Cakes" alumnus challenging teams to create original cakes before sunrise.

Earth A New Wild [PBS (USA)] 5 parts  Docu-series  Feb 4, 2015
It takes a fresh look at humankind’s relationship to the planet’s wildest places and most fascinating species. Dr. M. Sanjayan, a leading conservation scientist, takes viewers on a stunning visual journey to explore how humans are inextricably woven into every aspect of the planet’s natural systems. The series features spectacular natural history footage from the most striking places on Earth, filming encounters between wild animals and the people who live and work with them.

Style by Jury [TLC (USA)]  6 parts  fashion  Feb 13, 2015
Each episode of "Style by Jury" features fashion felons accused of committing some of the most terrible "style crimes" as they are put on trial. But this is no ordinary courtroom; they will be secretly critiqued behind a two-way mirror by a jury of their peers, and confronted with what kind of first impression their physical appearance is making to the outside world. The verdict may not be pretty, and each offender will be sentenced to undergo a dramatic makeover transformation to help bring their inner confidence and beauty out for the world to see.
In addition to learning new styling techniques, fashion offenders will undergo hair and makeup improvements to help enhance their dramatic transformations. As the makeover process comes to an end, the fashion offender faces an all new jury and is given a second chance to make a first impression.

THE ITALIAN AMERICANS [PBS (USA)]  Docu-series  Feb 17, 2015
It traces the evolution of a vibrant population from the late 19th Century through today, features notable Italian Americans Tony Bennett, John Turturro, U.S. Representative Nancy Pelosi, U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonin Scalia and more, narrated by Stanley Tucci

Outlaw Country [WGN (USA)] 7 parts  Reality  Feb 24, 2015
set in Buckner, Missouri, and centers on Steve and Mike Cook, brothers who act as Sheriff and head of the Buckner Criminal Task Force. The series will chronicle their clash with John and Josh Monk, brothers they suspect are responsible for the town's surge in crime. Eric Bischoff and Jason Hervey are executive producing for Bischoff Hervey Entertainment (“The Devils Ride,” “Hardcore Pawn: Chicago”), alongside Robert Kaprill and Peter Karlin.


CANCER:THE EMPEROR OF ALL MALADIES [PBS (USA)] 3 parts Docu-series Mar 30, 2015
The program traces the disease from its first documented appearance thousands of years ago to the present day, when scientific breakthroughs have put a cure within reach.

MIRACLE BABY UNIT (w.t) [PBS (USA)]  Docu-series Mar 31, 2015
It takes an intimate look at the groundbreaking scientific frontier of fetal medicine. Never-before-televised procedures and experiments range from surgeries on the world's smallest patients (some only six inches long) to experiments testing the potential of maternal/fetal stem cell transplantation.

Lip Sync Battle [Spike TV (USA)]  competition  Apr 2, 2015
Each "Lip Sync Battle" episode will feature celebrities going head to head — lip synching the song of their choice — battling for the coolest bragging rights on the planet.

LAST DAYS IN VIETNAM [PBS (USA)]  Docu-series  Apr 28, 2015
A new documentary from Rory Kennedy examines the final days of American presence in Saigon and the heroic efforts to help evacuate 135,000 South Vietnamese.
In April of 1975, the North Vietnamese Army was closing in on Saigon as South Vietnamese resistance was crumbling. Approximately 5,000 Americans remained with roughly 24 hours to get out. Their South Vietnamese allies, co-workers, and friends faced certain imprisonment and possible death if they remained behind, yet there was no official evacuation plan in place. Still, over the last days in Vietnam, with the clock ticking and the city under fire, 135,000 South Vietnamese managed to escape with help from a number of heroic Americans who took matters into their own hands, engaging in unsanctioned and often makeshift operations in a desperate effort to save as many people as possible.

FIRST PEOPLES [PBS (USA)] 5 parts  Science Series  Apr 29, 2015
It features the latest research to uncover how the mixing of human genes in prehistoric times helped us survive and ultimately thrive globally.
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8 Minutes (working title) [A&E (USA)] 8 parts reality  , 2015
An edgy new reality show will follow a cop-turned-minister as he hits the streets in search of hookers — so he can try to convince them to leave their lives of prostitution. The catch: he only has eight minutes to do it
New Reality Show Will Try To Convince Prostitutes To Quit

America's Smartest [Discovery Channel (USA)] 9 parts competition  April, 2015
Created as a platform for undiscovered visionaries, the show is looking for out-of-the-box thinkers who are creative problem solvers. In each of the first nine episodes, contestants will creatively attack challenges dealing with social, recreational and educational issues, i.e. they will create something that will make the life of a person with a disability better, show us the classroom of the future, create a new form of energy, demonstrate what home entertainment will look like in the next decade, etc.
The judging is based on three criteria: imagination, ingenuity and impact on the world. The winners of the first nine shows compete against each other on the tenth show for the title of "America's Smartest."

Kobe Bryant's Muse [Showtime (USA)]  parts  docuseries    Feb  , 2015
The documentary will examine Bryant's storied basketball career, detailing his mentorships, allies and rivalries that have helped shape his 18-year tenure in the NBA

Mark & Derek's Excellent Flip [HGTV (USA)] 4 parts competition  April, 2015
Instead of dancing a perfect paso doble, champion dancers Derek Hough and Mark Ballas will be kicking up dust on a new home renovation series on HGTV

Queens of Drama [TVGN (USA)]  parts    docu-series    spring, 2015
From the producers of "Hatfields & McCoys" and "Gene Simmons Family Jewels" comes "Queens of Drama," a new docu-series which follows a group of former daytime and primetime soap stars as they attempt to produce a new primetime serial drama to star in. The cast will need to work in front of and behind the cameras as they develop, pitch and produce this new steamy series hoping to land a pilot deal by the end of the season. The all-star cast is made up of Lindsay Hartley ("All My Children," "Days of Our Lives"), Crystal Hunt ("Guiding Light," "One Life to Live"), Vanessa Marcil ("Las Vegas," "General Hospital"), Chrystee Pharris ("Passions," "General Hospital") and Hunter Tylo ("The Bold and The Beautiful"), together with Donna Mills ("Knots Landing," "Melrose Place"), who will make special appearances on the program. "Queens of Drama" is being produced by Thinkfactory Media, with Adam Reed, Adam Freeman, Aaron Fishman, Tim Laurie, and Leslie Greif, serving as executive producers.

Sex Box [WE tv (USA)] 9 parts  therapy reality    , 2015
"Sex Box" is an extreme therapy reality concept that lets couples discuss their relationship issues with a panel of experts and then retire to a camera-free, soundproof box on the show's set to have sex. They emerge to immediately discuss their experiences in the box and most intimate personal issues with the experts, as the cameras roll before a studio audience.

The Bazillion Dollar Club [Syfy (USA)] 6 parts  Finance  , 2015
The Bazillion Dollar Club follows Dave McClure and Brady Forrest, two men who are high achievers in the world of business. They have both heavily invested in other companies and this new docu-series will follow the aggressive accelerator programs that there companies offer

The Brain with Dr. David Eagleman (working title) [PBS (USA)] 6 parts  Docuseries  , 2015
The series, hosted by Dr. David Eagleman, neuroscientist, New York Times best-selling author and a Guggenheim Fellow, will reveal the human story by blending scientific truth with innovative visual effects and compelling personal stories. With barely a brain scanner or a white coat in sight, "The Brain" focuses on understanding the fundamental truths of what it means to be human now and in the coming centuries, while communicating these elegant and simple ideas as they apply to us and our experiences

The Idris Elba Project (working title) [Discovery Channel  (USA)]  parts , 2015
The series will feature the actor immersing himself in rally driving, street racing, aerobatics and power boating to master not only the discipline of racing, but also the engineering, science and history behind it

Those Girls (working title) [Discovery Life Channel (USA)]  parts  docu-series  March , 2015
It is a documentary series that offers an authentic look at a group of transgender friends living in Kansas City, Mo.
The series follows four pairs couples and friends: best friends Kassidy and Chloe, navigating the challenges of transitioning together; couple Tanya and Jaime, who have moved back into Jaime's parents' house while handling child-related issues with Tanya's ex-wife; married couple Macy and Sharon, facing relationship hurdles since Macy's recent transition, but still very much in love; and Robyn and Andrew, previously best friends before Robyn's transition and are now romantically involved. While their gender identity remains a touch point in each storyline, "Those Girls" focuses more on capturing the essence of these courageous women as they overcome all of the obstacles before them and live their lives with bravery, fun, strength, and humor

Twinning [WGN (USA)] 10 parts  competition  , 2015
“Twinning” (working title) will test identical twins of contestants who once shared a womb
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Travel
“Breaking Borders” pairs Peabody Award-winning correspondent Mariana van Zeller with celebrated chef Michael Voltaggio as they strive to uncover the personal stories, perspectives and rich cultures in well-known conflict zones. Van Zeller and Voltaggio share a simple, but unique goal: to gather people from both sides of the conflict for an amazing meal and an animated discussion in search of common ground. “Breaking Borders,” previously announced as a pilot, is greenlit for 13 one-hour episodes produced by MY Tupelo Entertainment.

“Guiding Alaska” takes viewers on an adventure to one of Alaska’s most unique and remote wilderness resorts. Located 300 miles from civilization, the Tikchik Narrows Lodge, and its savvy and eccentric crew, welcomes the challenge of serving its guests with exhilarating outdoor adventures and world-class cuisine. Whether it’s flying floatplanes in for every single supply (ranging from butter to mattresses), to catching 52-pound king salmon or evading wild bears, viewers witness all the triumphs and hardships that go into running a business in the heart of the Alaskan wilderness. “Guiding Alaska,” previously announced as a pilot, is greenlit for eight one-hour episodes produced by Orion Entertainment.

“Time Traveling with Brian Unger” goes where ordinary travelers can’t, using eye-popping CGI graphics to visually travel back in time and tell stories from yesteryear. Host Brian Unger is the ultimate tour guide, sharing tales that tourists won’t find in the guidebooks. He brings his irreverent humor and point of view to fascinating stories most Americans don’t know yet. In each episode, locals agree to accompany Unger to destinations they’ve never visited before, and are off limits to the general public. “Time Traveling with Brian Unger,” previously greenlit for six episodes, has been upped to 13 one-hour episodes produced by Half Yard Productions.

“Watt's World” chronicles Emmy award-winning reporter and journalist Nick Watt during his travels across the world, discovering all that is surprising and beautiful about planet Earth and its sub-cultures. Having spent 15 years as an overseas correspondent for ABC News in such places as London, Afghanistan and Iraq, Watt's inquisitive nature enables him to dig deep and unearth unique and provocative stories on his journeys. “Watt’s World,” previously announced as a pilot, is greenlit for 13 half-hour episodes produced by ABC Lincoln Square Productions.
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100 Dates lifestyle
This series follows a group of young, successful New York singles as they search for love and live it up in The City That Never Sleeps. Marking the network’s first foray into real-time docu-drama production, each episode will be shot and aired within the same week. Fans will be able to interact with the cast and affect the story via social media in ways that have never been seen before.

Friends to Lovers? lifestyle
A true social experiment exploring what happens when platonic friends leave the comfort of the “friend zone” behind and transition into exclusive romantic relationships. Friends to Lovers? attempts to answer the age-old question, can friends really become lovers, as it follows multiple sets of friends who take a leap of faith and decide to take their relationships to the next level.

Going Going Gone (working title)
A never-before-attempted live televised estate sale where viewers are given the chance to snoop around the most spectacular homes in the country and bid live on what’s inside! From a hand-sewn peacock feather dress modeled by Naomi Campbell at Milan Fashion Week to a stunning worn leather knife roll used by Wolfgang Puck at the time he opened his first Spago, at home viewers will have the opportunity to own some truly unique treasures. 

Tour Group (working title)
This luxury travel docu-series will follow a diverse group of upscale characters on a mind-blowing vacation through the most stunning, eclectic, and exclusive sights and scenes around the globe. With such vibrant and varied personalities forced together in alien environments for two months, this dream holiday could be just that as some might find love under the pink light of the Taj Mahal, or turn into a nightmare for others as the furs fly in seven star resorts from Dubai to the Maldives.

Gen XYZ (working title)
Six ambitious and successful women from four different generations are each on the precipice of taking their career to the next level in the fashion and beauty industries. While working to navigate the delicate balance between their personal and professional realities and aspirations, these trailblazers are grappling with what "having it all" really looks like for women of today in the cutthroat fashion industry. 

Crowd Control (working title)
The ultimate choose-your-own-adventure that puts one person’s fate into the hands of opinionated viewers. Having to rely on social media interactions alone, the day-to-day life of our host will be completely dictated by the audience.

Fempire (working title)
These female CEOs know that making time for a cocktail and a date is sometimes their only salvation from the pressures and responsibility of growing a “Fempire” and commanding respect from the men who work beneath them. Business is personal for these women as they do whatever it takes to dominate their field and smash through the glass ceiling. Will they find happiness on the other side or have they compromised too much to get there?

The Fit Club (working title)
Today’s modern day Greek Gods are also New York City’s hottest trainers. Their client lists include some of Manhattan’s elite, from billionaire investors to famous celebrities. With highly active lives both in and out of the gym, this project chronicles their friendships, romances, and feuds as they fight to stay on top of the ultra-competitive world of fitness training.

Last Chance (working title)
Two exes have the ultimate opportunity to give their relationship one last chance through a series of social experiments over the course of 30 days. The couple will reunite and be pushed to their limits under taxing scenarios  including returning to the scene of one their most difficult times together.

Why Not, Minot? (working title)
Minot, North Dakota, is home of a modern Gold Rush with individuals and families from all over the country flocking to this unexpectedly wealthy area for a chance to strike it rich and ask “Why Not, Minot?”