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MTV Announces Reimagined Unplugged, Zac Efron Docu-Series
The network's also getting into the true crime biz
MTV announced fourteen new series and specials on Thursday, including a revamped version ofMTV Unplugged.
The long-running series, launched in 1989, featured artists performing live acoustic versions of their hit songs -- including memorable sets by Nirvana, A Tribe Called Quest and even Mariah Carey. Now, MTV will bring Unplugged into 2016 by incorporating multi-platform video.
In addition, Zac Efron will host and executive produce an untitled documentary series about the role food plays in Millennial culture. "The project will look beyond the extravagant and obscure in food to explore the artistry, storytelling and journeys in what we eat, and the issues and experiences surrounding what we find on our plates," the network's release said.
Jumping on the current true crime bandwagon, MTV will also debut a serialized docu-series, MTV's The Investigation, about allegedly, wrongfully convicted prisoners fighting for their freedom. The series will be hosted by Ryan Ferguson, who was wrongfully convicted of murder when he was 19.
On the scripted side, MTV greenlit Sweet/Vicious, a dark one-hour dramedy about a sorority girl and a "stoner-hacker-hellion" who became vigilantes to avenge sexual assault victims on their college campus.
None of that appeal to you? Then check out the other new shows heading to MTV below.
Wonderland: A weekly live music and comedy show.
The Almost Impossible Game Show: A half-hour game show where contestants compete in absurd challenges to win cash.
Acting Out: A comedy series where comedians' stand-up routines are acted out.
Untitled Mark Burnett Music Competition: The Voice andShark Tank producer Mark Burnett will bring undiscovered hip hop talent into the recording studio for their change to impress music moguls.
Stranded with a Million Bucks: Ten contestants are stranded on an island with nothing but a million dollars. Whoever lasts 40 days will split the cash between them, but whatever supplies they choose to buy during their time will come out of the prize money.
Shinesty: A comedic docu-series about the DGAF entrepreneurs behind the Shinesty apparel company in Boulder.
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The Outsiders: A docu-series that follows eight families with polarizing beliefs, from white supremacists to devil worshipers.
Mary+Jane: A comedy about two women who created a weed delivery app in Los Angeles.
Loosely Exactly Nicole: A comedy starring Nicole Byer as she tackles dating and being a struggling comedian.
Going Off: Choreographer Tricia Miranda holds a master class each episode where one contestant will win an opportunity to book a professional gig.