The Pickup Artist

The Pickup Artist (2007-2008)

EndedReality showRomance

Eight socially challenged men move in together to compete for the title of Master Pickup Artist using skills learned from best-selling author Mystery, a social misfit turned seducer extraordinaire. Along with wingmen Matador and J Dog, Mystery will teach contestants the Mystery Method of turning on the charm to make dream women into realities.

Streaming

Watch Now

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E08The Master Pickup ArtistNov 30, 2008
S02E07Friends From HomeNov 23, 2008
S02E06Winging ItNov 16, 2008
S02E05Bikini ModelsNov 9, 2008
S02E04Touchy SubjectNov 2, 2008
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Pickup Artist' premiere?

'The Pickup Artist' premiered on August 6, 2007.

Who was the host of 'The Pickup Artist'?

Mystery (Erik von Markovik) was the host of 'The Pickup Artist'.

Who were the judges on 'The Pickup Artist'?

The judges on 'The Pickup Artist' were J-Dog and Matador.

How many contestants participated in each season of 'The Pickup Artist'?

There were generally 8 to 10 contestants in each season of 'The Pickup Artist'.

What was the format of each episode of 'The Pickup Artist'?

Each episode of 'The Pickup Artist' consisted of a challenge, a group elimination, and a one-on-one elimination.

What kind of challenges did the contestants face in 'The Pickup Artist'?

The contestants in 'The Pickup Artist' faced challenges such as approaching and talking to strangers, improvising pick-up lines, and creating a persona.

What were the prizes for winning 'The Pickup Artist'?

The winner of 'The Pickup Artist' received a cash prize and the opportunity to work with Mystery.

Was 'The Pickup Artist' scripted?

'The Pickup Artist' was not scripted, but it was edited for dramatic effect.

Did 'The Pickup Artist' receive any criticism for its content?

Yes, 'The Pickup Artist' received criticism for promoting objectification and manipulation of women.

What impact did 'The Pickup Artist' have on the seduction community?

'The Pickup Artist' led to an increase in the popularity of the seduction community and the adoption of Mystery's techniques.

Was there any controversy during the filming of 'The Pickup Artist'?

Yes, there was controversy during the filming of 'The Pickup Artist' when one contestant was accused of unsavory behavior towards women.

Cast

View all cast

Characters

View all characters

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
Surviving Earth
Upcoming

Surviving Earth

Surviving Earth will take an incredible journey into prehistory to learn the lessons from past mass extinctions.

Adopting cutting-edge digital technology, each episode transports the viewer back to meet the bizarre and amazing creatures and breathtaking landscapes of a vibrant lost world. Audiences will witness how life finds a way to survive on a planet where meteors fall, super volcanoes erupt, seas boil and the land moves. From the creators of "Walking with Dinosaurs" and "Primeval," these are the stories of the survivors, fighters and lucky ones that shaped the world we live in.

GenreNature
FROM
Running

FROM

FROM unravels the mystery of a nightmarish town that traps all those who enter. As the unwilling residents fight to keep a sense of normalcy and search for a way out, they must also survive the threats of the surrounding forest – including the terrifying creatures that come out when the sun goes down. In season two, hidden truths about the nature and terrifying origins of the town begin to emerge, even as life for its residents is plunged into chaos by the arrival of mysterious newcomers.

Brilliant Minds
Running

Brilliant Minds

Inspired by the extraordinary life and work of world-famous author and physician Oliver Sacks, Brilliant Minds follows a revolutionary, larger-than-life neurologist and his team of interns as they explore the last great frontier - the human mind - while grappling with their own relationships and mental health.

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage
Running

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage follows Georgie and Mandy as they raise their young family in Texas while navigating the challenges of adulthood, parenting and marriage.

NCIS: Origins
Running

NCIS: Origins

In NCIS: Origins, young Leroy Jethro Gibbs starts his career as a newly minted special agent at the fledgling NCIS Camp Pendleton office where he forges his place on a gritty, ragtag team led by NCIS legend Mike Franks.