Tough As Nails
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Status:
Ended -
Season 5:
Ended on July 30, 2023 -
Watched: 0%
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Season: 5
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jul 02, 2023 | ||
| E2 | Jul 02, 2023 | ||
| E3 | Jul 07, 2023 | ||
| E4 | Jul 09, 2023 | ||
| E5 | Jul 14, 2023 | ||
| E6 | Jul 16, 2023 | ||
| E7 | Jul 21, 2023 | ||
| E8 | Jul 23, 2023 | ||
| E9 | Jul 28, 2023 | ||
| E10 | Jul 30, 2023 |
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Why Watch:
Explore how Phil Keoghan’s celebration of the blue-collar workforce changed the face of reality television.Series Analysis:
Tough As Nails redefined the competition genre by centering its narrative on the American workforce. Hosted by Phil Keoghan, the series rejected typical reality TV drama, choosing instead to celebrate the skills of essential workers. Its legacy lies in how it humanized blue-collar professions, ranging from lineworkers to ironworkers. By emphasizing collective success through the "Dirty Hands" team challenges, it offered a refreshing departure from cutthroat solo play. The show served as a meaningful record of the grit required to keep society functioning. Though the final whistle has blown for now, the series remains a profound look at labor that challenged viewers to rethink their definition of strength. Set a reminder for future revivals or spin-offs that might return these heroes to the screen.Tone: Commemorative and Socio-Economic Analysis Last Updated: August 2025
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Network:
CBS -
Seasons:
5 -
Years:
2020 - 2023 -
Genre:
Reality, Game Show -
Country:
United States -
Language:
English -
Rating:
TV-PG