5.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Real (2014)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.5
Overview
The Real is an American talk show that is hosted by Tamar Braxton, Loni Love, Adrienne Bailon, Jeannie Mai and Tamera Mowry-Housley. The series debuted on July 15, 2013, and airs in seven Fox owned markets: New York, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Phoenix, Houston and Tampa. The Real completed its four week summer in 2013. If approved by Fox, the series will receive a nationwide syndicated launch in 2014. In 2016, it was announced that Tamar Braxton would depart from the series due to her deciding to focus on her music career and to still be on Braxton Family Values.
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Overview
The Real is an American talk show that is hosted by Tamar Braxton, Loni Love, Adrienne Bailon, Jeannie Mai and Tamera Mowry-Housley. The series debuted on July 15, 2013, and airs in seven Fox owned markets: New York, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Phoenix, Houston and Tampa. The Real completed its four week summer in 2013. If approved by Fox, the series will receive a nationwide syndicated launch in 2014. In 2016, it was announced that Tamar Braxton would depart from the series due to her deciding to focus on her music career and to still be on Braxton Family Values.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The show's consistent platforming of diverse voices, focus on social justice issues, and promotion of empathy and empowerment for marginalized groups align with progressive values, positioning it as left-leaning.
The talk show 'The Real' is built around a panel of diverse women, predominantly women of color, which is central to its identity and represents intentional DEI-driven casting. While the show provides a platform for these diverse voices and discusses various social issues, its narrative does not explicitly critique traditional identities.
Secondary
The Real consistently featured LGBTQ+ guests and discussions, offering a platform for diverse voices. The hosts generally engaged with LGBTQ+ topics with empathy and support, promoting acceptance and understanding. This approach contributed to a net positive portrayal, affirming the dignity and experiences of queer individuals.
The show frequently features hosts openly discussing their Christian faith, sharing personal testimonies, and highlighting how their beliefs provide strength and guidance. These portrayals consistently frame Christianity in a positive and affirming light, emphasizing its virtues and personal benefits.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
As a daytime talk show, "The Real" features real-life hosts and guests, not fictional or historical characters with established canonical genders. Therefore, the concept of a gender swap, as defined, does not apply to this program.
The Real is a daytime talk show featuring real hosts, not fictional characters adapted from source material or historical figures. The concept of a 'race swap' does not apply to the hosts of an original talk show.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
4.6
6.4
Critic Ratings
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