Television’s biggest secrets are finally coming to light. On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, E! premiered its highly anticipated investigative docuseries, Dirty Rotten Scandals. The multi-part project dives deep into the alleged toxicity and behind-the-scenes controversies of some of the small screen’s most iconic hits. Airing at 9 p.m. ET/PT, the series promises a raw, unfiltered look at the industry's darker side through the eyes of those who lived it.

The series specifically scrutinizes the production practices of The Dr. Phil Show, America’s Next Top Model, and The Price Is Right. Former guests and crew members provide firsthand accounts of their experiences, alleging patterns of exploitation, harassment, and manipulative tactics used to drive ratings. According to reports from Boston Today, the segments regarding The Dr. Phil Show focus heavily on the treatment of vulnerable guests who sought help on the program.

While other documentaries have touched on reality TV culture, Dirty Rotten Scandals features whistleblowers and ANTM alumni who have not previously shared their stories on other platforms. The series aims to reveal the human cost of high-stakes entertainment and the systems that allowed these alleged behaviors to persist for decades. Viewers can tune in weekly to see the full breakdown of these long-standing industry secrets.