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The Program: Cons, Cults, and Kidnapping

A review of a movie, or a restaurant, or a car—or whatever else that typically falls under a critic's domain—is all well and good, and can even be helpful at times. But how can one find out about myriad other experiences that are never tackled in reviews? Enter Forrest MacNeil, a critic who goes beyond overviews of life's more-common subjects—way beyond—to satisfy the curiosity of others: The adrenaline rush of stealing; the danger of drug addiction; the delight of sleeping with a celebrity. MacNeil tries anything suggested by viewers of his TV show, then presents a 1-to-5-star review. But his unwavering commitment to experiencing intense adventures means he must deal with the unintended consequences of such a goal.

Comedy

Comedy Central

Years after being sent to a disciplinary school, a woman still haunted by her experiences exposes the corruption and abuse of the troubled teen industry.

	ReviewComedy Central · 2014	The Program: Cons, Cults, and KidnappingNetflix · 2024
Current Buzz ScoreMay 7, 2026	0.1 #2,269	0.1 #2,268
1-Year Buzz ScoreDaily average	0.1 #2,077	0.1 #2,113
Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average	0.4 Apr 23 – May 22, 2020 #2,534	1.9 Mar 8 – Apr 6, 2024 #1,967

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