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The Biggest Loser

  • TV Series
  • 2004–2020
  • TV-PG
  • 42m
IMDb RATING
5.4/10
5.4K
YOUR RATING
The Biggest Loser (2004)
The Biggest Loser: Overcoming Obstacles
Play trailer0:20
48 Videos
99+ Photos
Beauty MakeoverGame ShowReality TV

Contestants transform mentally and physically as they compete to lose weight and win a cash prize.Contestants transform mentally and physically as they compete to lose weight and win a cash prize.Contestants transform mentally and physically as they compete to lose weight and win a cash prize.

  • Creators
    • David Broome
    • Mark Koops
    • Ben Silverman
  • Stars
    • Bob Harper
    • Alison Sweeney
    • Jillian Michaels
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • IMDb RATING
    5.4/10
    5.4K
    YOUR RATING
    • Creators
      • David Broome
      • Mark Koops
      • Ben Silverman
    • Stars
      • Bob Harper
      • Alison Sweeney
      • Jillian Michaels
    • 30User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 8 wins & 5 nominations total

    Episodes

    Videos48

    The Biggest Loser: Phi's Mic Drop-Worthy Speech
    Clip 1:16
    The Biggest Loser: Phi's Mic Drop-Worthy Speech
    The Biggest Loser: Micah Powers Blue Team To Win
    Clip 2:27
    The Biggest Loser: Micah Powers Blue Team To Win
    The Biggest Loser: Micah Powers Blue Team To Win
    Clip 2:27
    The Biggest Loser: Micah Powers Blue Team To Win
    The Biggest Loser: Kim Is Determined To Be The Last One Standing
    Clip 0:40
    The Biggest Loser: Kim Is Determined To Be The Last One Standing
    The Biggest Loser: Red Team Wins Rowing Challenge
    Clip 1:53
    The Biggest Loser: Red Team Wins Rowing Challenge
    The Biggest Loser: The Final Countdown
    Clip 2:43
    The Biggest Loser: The Final Countdown
    The Biggest Loser: Kyle And Kim Hang On
    Clip 2:05
    The Biggest Loser: Kyle And Kim Hang On

    Photos1439

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    Top Cast99+

    Bob Harper
    Bob Harper
    • Self - Trainer…
    • 2005–2020
    Alison Sweeney
    Alison Sweeney
    • Self - Host
    • 2006–2015
    Jillian Michaels
    Jillian Michaels
    • Self - Trainer
    • 2005–2014
    Dolvett Quince
    Dolvett Quince
    • Self - Trainer
    • 2011–2016
    Rob Huizenga
    Rob Huizenga
    • Self - Physician
    • 2005–2016
    J.D. Roth
    J.D. Roth
    • Self - Narrator
    • 2005–2009
    Olivia Ward
    Olivia Ward
    • Self - Contestant…
    • 2010–2014
    Jennifer Widerstrom
    Jennifer Widerstrom
    • Self - Trainer
    • 2014–2016
    Caroline Rhea
    Caroline Rhea
    • Self - Host
    • 2005
    Hannah Curlee
    Hannah Curlee
    • Self - Contestant…
    • 2011–2014
    Irene Alvarado
    Irene Alvarado
    • Self - Contestant
    • 2011
    Sam Poueu
    Sam Poueu
    • Self - Contestant
    • 2010–2012
    Austin Andrews
    Austin Andrews
    • Self - Contestant
    • 2011
    Cara Castronuova
    Cara Castronuova
    • Self - Trainer
    • 2011
    Brett Hoebel
    Brett Hoebel
    • Self - Trainer
    • 2011
    Ashley Johnston
    Ashley Johnston
    • Self - Contestant
    • 2010
    Daris George
    Daris George
    • Self - Contestant
    • 2010
    Koli Palu
    Koli Palu
    • Self - Contestant
    • 2010
    • Creators
      • David Broome
      • Mark Koops
      • Ben Silverman
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews30

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    Storyline

    Did you know

    • Trivia
      Harley Pasternak was originally supposed to be a trainer on the show but once he began negotiating for a better deal he was replaced by Bob Harper.
    • Connections
      Featured in NBC Primetime Preview with the Cast of 'The Office' (2006)

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    FAQ1

    • How do the contestants lose so much weight in a week? 30 lbs. in week one?!!!

    Details

    • Release date
      • October 19, 2004 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • NBC (United States)
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The Biggest Loser 2
    • Filming locations
      • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia(Season 5)
    • Production companies
      • 25/7 Productions
      • Endemol Shine North America
      • Universal Television Alternative Studios
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Tech specs

    • Runtime
      • 42m
    • Color
      • Color

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