'Loser' gains fifth seasonSept 24, 2007, ET
After a promising start to its fourth installment this month, NBC
has picked up a fifth cycle of "The Biggest Loser."
The 14-episode new season of the weight-loss reality series will feature for the first time teams of two -- significant others, relatives, co-workers or best friends -- rather than individual contestants competing for a $250,000 grand prize. Alison Sweeney is set to return as the host of the new installment, which is slated to begin production this fall for a midseason launch. " 'The Biggest Loser' continues to be a top performer and important franchise for NBC, and Season 4 is already off to a great start," said Craig Plestis, NBC executive vp alternative programming, development and specials. The fourth installment of "Loser" premiered with a 3.1 rating/9 share in adults 18-49 on Sept. 11 and grew to a 3.4/9 in its second episode Sept. 18. The series is a produced by Reveille, 25/7 Prods. and 3Ball Prods. Ben Silverman, Dave Broome, J.D. Roth, Todd A. Nelson and Mark Koops executive produce. "The fifth season pickup is a testament to the show's inspiring stories, and the best part is that it also inspires viewers at home to lead healthier lives," Koops said. 'Loser' gains fifth seasonSept 24, 2007, ET
After a promising start to its fourth installment this month, NBC has picked up a fifth cycle of "The Biggest Loser."
The 14-episode new season of the weight-loss reality series will feature for the first time teams of two -- significant others, relatives, co-workers or best friends -- rather than individual contestants competing for a $250,000 grand prize. Alison Sweeney is set to return as the host of the new installment, which is slated to begin production this fall for a midseason launch. " 'The Biggest Loser' continues to be a top performer and important franchise for NBC, and Season 4 is already off to a great start," said Craig Plestis, NBC executive vp alternative programming, development and specials. The fourth installment of "Loser" premiered with a 3.1 rating/9 share in adults 18-49 on Sept. 11 and grew to a 3.4/9 in its second episode Sept. 18. The series is a produced by Reveille, 25/7 Prods. and 3Ball Prods. Ben Silverman, Dave Broome, J.D. Roth, Todd A. Nelson and Mark Koops executive produce. "The fifth season pickup is a testament to the show's inspiring stories, and the best part is that it also inspires viewers at home to lead healthier lives," Koops said.
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