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Superstar USA
Superstar USA

Superstar USA

8.0/10

60 Minutes

Country:US

Seasons:1

Networks:The WB

2004-05-17 - 2004-06-14

RealityComedy
Spoken Languages: English

Overview:

The WB's Superstar USA is a television show which spoofed the popular show American Idol. Essentially that show's polar opposite, Superstar USA told contestants they were looking for the best singer when they were actually looking for the worst. Hosted by Brian McFayden, people first audition before three judges in four cities across the United States. Finalists were chosen based on the lie that they were the most likely to be able to parlay their win into a successful recording contact based on talent. However, the audition process was the opposite of American Idol as good singers were mocked and told no while bad singers were given gushing praise and passed to the next round. Said finalists were subjected to makeovers where they were encouraged to emulate pop stars. Contestants would then be falsely encouraged and praised by the judges as well as the stylists, choreographers and vocal coaches; in particular, they would be encouraged to try and stretch their vocal range far beyond what they could actually reach. Contestants with charistmatic personalities, such as the singer/songwriter pro-cheerleader Nina "Diva", were heavily encouraged to follow all of the producer driven directives.

Seasons

1

Episode Runtime

60 Minutes

First Air Date

2004-05-17

Rating

8.0

Production companies

Genre

Reality, Comedy

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