Whether you love him or hate him, it’s more likely the latter, there’s no denying the impact Jerry Springer had on entertainment. His obsession with the depraved and obscene paved the way for the rise of trashy reality television, a cultural shift that the industry is still grappling with today.
In light of his lasting influence, Netflix has announced a documentary series titled Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action, set to be released on Jan. 7, 2025. The two-part program will explore exactly how Springer and his team managed to bring their shocking final product to the air.
Per Netflix, the upcoming program will feature “extraordinary first-hand testimony” from producers and former guests. Along with “revelations from show insiders,” the production will provide an exclusive look at the thinly veiled darker side of the ’90s hit. Most importantly, it’ll confront a pressing question in the entertainment industry: How far are we
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