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Top 5 Must-Watch Reality TV Shows on Netflix in 2020

Reality TV delivers endless entertainment, and Netflix boasts a stellar lineup of shows that elevate the genre. As a seasoned viewer who's binged countless series, I've selected the top 5 unmissable picks to dive into without restraint.

If you associate reality TV solely with shows like "Les Marseillais" on W9 or "Les Anges de la téléréalité" on NRJ12, think again. Netflix offers diverse formats—from cooking competitions and car restorations to dating experiments—even accessible during free trials. There's truly something for every fan. Here's my curated list of the 5 best.

5 - Everyone at the Table

Top 5 Must-Watch Reality TV Shows on Netflix in 2020

Top Chef enthusiasts will adore Everyone at the Table. Top restaurateurs from around the globe compete in high-stakes challenges themed around different countries, with timers ramping up the tension. Each episode spotlights a nationality, blending mouthwatering cuisine with virtual travel.

4 - Car Masters: Rust to Riches

Top 5 Must-Watch Reality TV Shows on Netflix in 2020

Following in the footsteps of Pimp My Ride, Car Masters: Rust to Riches follows a skilled team of mechanics reviving beat-up cars and trucks. They transform them into stunning, high-value showpieces for maximum resale profit. Ideal for before-and-after addicts.

3 - Terrace House

Top 5 Must-Watch Reality TV Shows on Netflix in 2020

This unique Japanese gem puts six strangers (three women, three men) aged 18-30 under one roof. Unlike typical formats, they're not confined—they maintain their real lives, working and socializing normally, while a panel of commentators dissects their every move.

2 - The Circle

Top 5 Must-Watch Reality TV Shows on Netflix in 2020

The Circle redefines reality TV for the digital age. Contestants in separate apartments communicate solely via an app, choosing to play as themselves or catfishing as someone else. Ratings from challenges determine eliminations; the highest scorer wins it all.

1 - Love is Blind

Top 5 Must-Watch Reality TV Shows on Netflix in 2020

Can love bloom sight unseen? Love is Blind tests this bold premise. Singles connect in isolated pods, proposing after deep conversations. Post-reveal dates lead to engagements—and weddings. Touching, dramatic, and romantic: watch to see which couples endure.