Results: Netflix's Jerry Springer documentary
Published on 01/08/2025
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"Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action," a two-part Netflix documentary (now streaming) reveals how the syndicated daytime "Jerry Springer Show" became such a captivating hit during its 28-season run (1991–2018) that it dethroned the top-rated "The Oprah Winfrey Show" for 26 consecutive weeks. Have you ever watched an episode of the Jerry Springer Show?
Yes
48%
1014 votes
Not a full episode but have seen parts or clips
24%
504 votes
No
28%
582 votes
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"Springer" relied on outlandish antics like inciting guest fights, nudity and sensational show themes, including "I Married a Horse," "I'm Pregnant by My Brother" and "Stripper Wars!" Do you think shows like The Jerry Springer Show have had a lasting negative impact on television? Yes, they lowered the standards of TV entertainment
38%
806 votes
No, they were just one phase of TV history.
22%
472 votes
They had some negative impacts but also brought innovation
12%
242 votes
Undecided
11%
236 votes
Other (please specify)
0%
8 votes
Not Applicable
16%
336 votes
| Other Answers | Percentage | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| 0.11% | 2 | |
| Buddy, you are NOT the father. | 0.06% | 1 |
| It was entertainment and as much a reality TV show as current offerings - no thinking required. | 0.06% | 1 |
| Yes, they led to acceptance of liberal extremism such as today's Democratic party | 0.06% | 1 |
| Great shows, no impacted viwers | 0.06% | 1 |
| Obviously many were affected as we are now living this show in real time | 0.06% | 1 |
| That was and to a large extent still is the Idiocracy that we live in the world, and especially in America... This is why other countries around the globe think we are all morons! | 0.06% | 1 |
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Have you or do you plan to watch the documentary about the show on Netflix? Yes
12%
249 votes
No
57%
1191 votes
Undecided
18%
372 votes
Not Applicable
14%
288 votes
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Do you watch any daytime tv now? Yes
29%
599 votes
No
71%
1501 votes
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