How TV Ruined Your Life

How TV Ruined Your Life (2011)

EndedVariety showComedy

Comedy series in which Charlie Brooker uses a mix of sketches and jaw-dropping archive footage to explore the gulf between real life and television.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 22:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06KnowledgeMar 8, 2011
S01E05ProgressMar 1, 2011
S01E04LoveFeb 15, 2011
S01E03AspirationFeb 8, 2011
S01E02The LifecycleFeb 1, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did How TV Ruined Your Life premiere?

How TV Ruined Your Life premiered on January 4, 2011.

Who is the host of How TV Ruined Your Life?

Charlie Brooker is the host of How TV Ruined Your Life.

What is the format of How TV Ruined Your Life?

How TV Ruined Your Life is a documentary-style series that explores how television has impacted society.

How many episodes are there in How TV Ruined Your Life?

How TV Ruined Your Life has six episodes.

What topics are covered in How TV Ruined Your Life?

How TV Ruined Your Life covers topics such as violence, fear, happiness, love, progress, and knowledge.

What is the tone of How TV Ruined Your Life?

How TV Ruined Your Life has a satirical tone that pokes fun at the negative effects of television.

What is the premise of How TV Ruined Your Life?

The premise of How TV Ruined Your Life is that television has had a negative impact on society and has contributed to many of our social problems.

What is the production company behind How TV Ruined Your Life?

How TV Ruined Your Life was produced by Zeppotron.

Are there any guest stars in How TV Ruined Your Life?

No, there are no guest stars in How TV Ruined Your Life.

Did How TV Ruined Your Life win any awards?

Yes, How TV Ruined Your Life won a British Academy Television Award for Best Specialist Factual Programme in 2012.

Where was How TV Ruined Your Life filmed?

How TV Ruined Your Life was filmed primarily in London, England.

Is How TV Ruined Your Life available on streaming services?

Yes, How TV Ruined Your Life is available on Amazon Prime Video and Sky TV.

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