MTV has cancelled the reality series Catfish: The TV Show after 12 years on air. The groundbreaking docuseries, which first aired in 2012, investigated suspicious online relationships and revealed the real people behind profile pictures.
The show was a spin-off of the 2010 documentary of the same name, following Nev Schulman's own experience of being catfished. Schulman co-hosted with Max Joseph, and together they helped lovestruck internet users uncover the truth about who they were talking to on dating sites, forums, and social media.
Over nine seasons and 300 episodes, the pair filmed stories of deceit with handheld cameras. After Joseph left in 2018, Schulman continued with new host Kamie Crawford until 2024.
Hosts Nev Schulman and Max Joseph addressed the cancellation in a joint Instagram message on 22nd September. Schulman said: 'After 12 years, 300 episodes and just a lot of traveling around this incredible country, Catfish has officially been cancelled. Sorry.'
Joseph praised the show's longevity, saying: 'This was the last decade in cable television. And you did it, with a little help from me and some other people.' He also thanked fans for making the show 'a family event'.
Reports suggest MTV is allowing producers to shop the series to other networks, offering a glimmer of hope for fans. Schulman expressed gratitude to participants, saying: 'Thank you for being a part of this. For turning what was an idea and a documentary into a global conversation about curiosity and compassion.'
