Netflix’s new documentary, “Fit for TV: The Reality of the Biggest Loser” just landed on the streamer and it pulls back the curtain on allegations made against producers and former cast members of NBC’s former series “The Biggest Loser.”

It's no wonder then, that Netflix decided to take a deep-dive into The Biggest Loser, interviewing former contestants, coaches, and health experts to expose what it was really like to appear on the hit show. With that being said, here's 12 of the most shocking revelations that Fit for TV uncovers...

The fitness trainer shared numerous screenshots on social media refuting the claims made against her in Netflix’s 'Fit for TV: The Reality of the Biggest Loser'

The Reality of ‘The Biggest Loser’ premiered on August 15, 2025, on Netflix. The three-part docuseries examines NBC’s The Biggest Loser, with all episodes released simultaneously.

The 2025 Netflix documentary shines light on the darker side of the hit 2000s competition show, 'The Biggest Loser'

However, it seems Michaels, 51, has taken umbrage with some of the claims made in the Netflix documentary, with celebrity gossip site TMZ now alleging that she may even sue Netflix, as well as fellow The Biggest Loser coach Bob Harper and the show’s medical advisor, Dr. Robert Huizenga.

The Netflix docuseries Fit for TV revisits The Biggest Loser, revealing contestant health risks, lack of aftercare, and the cultural impact of early 2000s weight-loss television

The documentary Fit for TV: The Reality of the Biggest Loser revealed that weight regain affected the majority of previous contestants. This pattern suggests that the show's extreme methods were not sustainable for long-term health. The lack of aftercare support may have contributed to these disappointing outcomes for the contestants.

From tension between Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels to one contestant nearly dying on the set, the new series was full of secrets.

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The Reality of The Biggest Loser, is shining a bright light on the old weight-loss show, and it’s not looking pretty.