Plot Synopsis

The star of the film CATFISH, Nev Schulman, and fellow filmmaker Max Joseph travel across America to unite couples who have fallen in love online but have not met face-to-face. In each 60-minute episode, one hopeful romantic partner goes on an emotional voyage to discover the truth about their significant other, with these journeys often filled with mystery, surprise and sometimes shocking revelations. For each meeting, Nev and Max use their personal experiences, documentarian skills, and a healthy dose of detective work to delve into the intricacies of each relationship. From a young woman who wonders why the guy she's communicated with for over 10 years won't meet her in person, to a single dad who hopes that his online girlfriend is really who she says she is, to a farmer who believes he's dating a former Miss Teen USA/Playboy model, Nev and Max will uncover the truth. Are these relationships based on reality or are they steeped in lies? And is there hope for a positive outcome when these digital romantic partners finally meet face-to-face?

Season 2 debuted on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 10pm ET/PT, with an episode featuring Cassie, who asks for Nev and Max's help to meet her fiance.

CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned for a 10-episode third season on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at 10pm ET/PT on MTV. In Season 3, the series follows family members catfishing each other, celebrities hunting down their super-fan stalkers, Instagram romance, people posing as famous music producers and scams resulting in the loss of tens of thousands of dollars. In addition to the new types of stories, Nev and Max also employ new techniques expanding their investigating repertoire. From new digital based research to more in-person meetings and even bringing the hopeful along for the investigation, Season 3 expands the scope in which they seek to uncover the truth of these possible digital deceptions.

On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 10pm ET/PT, MTV premiered the fourth season of CATFISH: THE TV SHOW. Giving a different twist to Season 4, co-host Max Joseph took a five-episode hiatus to make his feature film directorial debut with WE ARE YOUR FRIENDS. In Max's absence, a variety of guest hosts joined Nev on investigations, including MTV's Charlamagne, Miss Teen USA Cassidy Wolf, recording artist Angel Haze, YouTube sensation Tyler Oakely and actor Alex Shaffer. Max returned for the remainder of the fourth season. After a three-month break, CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned with new episodes on Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at 10pm ET/PT on MTV, immediately following a marathon (2:30-10pm) of encore episodes. In the summer premiere, "Tiana & James," a young woman moves across the country to be with her Internet love after a thee-year relationship, but he is being elusive.

On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 10pm ET/PT, MTV premiered the fifth season of CATFISH: THE TV SHOW, immediately following an all-day marathon (9am-10pm) of encore episodes. In the season opener -- and in a series first -- Nev and Max get two catfishes for the price of one when they discover that Dejay and Malik are being played by the same guy. Sparks fly as they discover just how explosive a love triangle can be. Then, in the season's second episode, a concerned daughter, Shuntay, enlists the help of Nev and Max after her mother, Jeanette, begins talking about marriage and uprooting her family to be with a man who refuses to meet in person. After a three-month break, CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned with new episodes on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 from 10pm-Midnight ET/PT, as MTV premiered back-to-back new episodes immediately following a 12-hour marathon (10am-10pm) of encore episodes. In the summer premiere (10pm), a former Playboy model, Jayme, has learned that her online boyfriend is not only fake, but appears to be catfishing other women as well! She enlists Nev and Max to help find the catfish and put an end to his perverted deception. Then, in the night's second new episode (11pm), after being Catfished by her high school best friend, Larissa turned to her online friend Anthony for support. Feelings between them grew to love but after a few false moves on Anthony's part Larissa is worried he too is lying.

Season 6 of CATFISH: THE TV SHOW premiered on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV. In the sixth season, Nev and Max diving deeper than ever before to uncover the truth behind cyber relationships. Another first for this season, the duo will be checking in with several couples featured to see how their relationships played out once the cameras left. This season the online connections are stronger, mysteries more complex and lies and cover-ups more intense. In the season opener, "Shawny & Jack," Shawny recently split with her husband and calls Nev and Max to help uncover the shadowy identity of her attempt at new love. But things get interesting as they discover that Shawny may have secrets of her own.

On Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at 10pm ET/PT, MTV premiered the seventh season of CATFISH: THE TV SHOW. Nev and Max head to Los Angeles to detangle the deepest, darkest Catfish webs in franchise history as they track down online daters and bring them face-to-face for the first time. In each episode of the new season, Nev and Max dig deeper with each person in the relationship, revealing shocking truths and unexpected twists. Viewers won't only be on the hunt for the Catfish -- the one who created the fake identity to lure the other person, the Hopeful, into the relationship -- but will be on edge as Nev and Max expose other secrets both have kept. From investigations leading to the couple being exes and both acting as the Catfish, to the Hopeful revealing they're in another serious relationship, this promises to be the biggest season of shocking revelations and betrayal yet. For the first time, Nev takes his investigations home with him and lets audiences meet his wife, Laura, and one year-old daughter, Cleo. From protecting his nest, to exploring strangers' online romantic relationships, audiences see how Nev's work impacts his family life. In the season opener, "Sheklia & Talli," a concerned son reaches out when his mom's mysterious online boyfriend seems too shady for comfort. But Mom is hiding secrets of her own, and once Nev & Max find their man, things take a bizarre turn that leave them shocked.

CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned with new episodes on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 9pm ET/PT on MTV, immediately following an all-day marathon (8:30am-9pm) of encore episodes. Nev Schulman is trying to find someone to replace longtime co-host Max Joseph, and in the eight new episodes Nev auditions actors, athletes and influencers to help him track down online daters and bring them face-to-face for the first time. Each week, viewers not only be on the hunt for the "Catfish" -- the one who created the potentially fake identity to lure the "Hopeful" into the relationship -- but also join the search for Max's replacement. Nev and the mystery co-host dig deeper with each person in the relationship, revealing surprising truths and unexpected twists. The investigations promise to have the most shocking revelations yet. Nev also continues to take his investigations home to get assistance from his now pregnant wife, Laura, and their toddler, Cleo. In the fall premiere, Nev and co-host Jane Carrey help aspiring sugar baby Mike choose between his Los Angeles life of leisure and his deep affection for the mysterious Joey, a broke mechanic he fell in love with on Grindr. After a four-month break, CATFISH THE TV SHOW returned with new episodes on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 8pm ET/PT, immediately following a 14-hour marathon (6am-8pm) of encore episodes. In the mid-season premiere, "Mathan & Leah," Nev and co-host Kamie Crawford help Mathan find Leah, a girl he's been talking to for a decade yet can never meet! But Leah has shocking secrets beyond their wildest imaginations that will lead them on one of their toughest chases ever!

Season 8 of CATFISH: THE TV SHOW premiered on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV, immediately following an all-day marathon (9am-8pm) of encore episodes. Longtime host Nev Schulman and new co-host Kamie Crawford are tipped off by friends, family and anonymous sources, unbeknownst to the hooked Hopeful -- because sometimes it takes someone from outside of the relationship to get real about it. In the season opener, "Red & Jalissa," for the last six years, Red's been talking to Jalissa and her group of celebrity besties. Hot on the trail to meet Jalissa in LA, Nev and Kamie help Red uncover a truth that might turn her Hollywood love story into a tragedy?

Following a five-month break, CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned with new Season 8 episodes on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV, with a simulcast on VH1. These new episodes are all-virtual, because they were filmed remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. During their first virtual investigation of the COVID-19 pandemic, Nev and Kamie talk to Jason about his long-distance relationship with a suspicious-seeming model named Keith. After a two-week break, CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned with new episodes on a new night and time -- Tuesdays at 9pm -- beginning December 1, 2020. In the first new episode, "Eric & Lianna," Eric fell hard for sexy Lianna but despite living nearby, she was a no-show to meet up three times. Nev & Kamie try to help Eric get answers but as they dig, they uncover a rabbit hole that runs deeper than they could have imagined.

After a 3.5-month break, CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned with new episodes on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 9pm ET/PT. In the spring premiere, "Tyler & Stefany," Tyler wasn't looking for love when browsing porn sites, but when he saw Stefany's profile, love found him! Nev and Kamie help uncover the elusive Stefany, but will Tyler's love connection prevail once they pull off the sheets.

After a four-month break, CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned with new episodes on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV. In the mid-season premiere, "Myldred, India & KJ," Myldred was in in love with KJ for 4 years when she discovered KJ was also secretly in a relationship with India! Hungry for answers, both ladies join forces with Nev and Kamie to find out who they've really given their hearts to!

After a 3.5-month break, CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned with new Season 8 episodes on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV. In the mid-season debut, "Victoria & Anthony," Victoria calls on Catfish to help her meet the fine man that she's been chatting with for eight years! But what Nev and Kamie uncover chills Victoria to the bone. Has someone she's trusted been lying to her for all this time?

On Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 8pm ET/PT, MTV premiered new episodes of CATFISH: THE TV SHOW, as Nev Schulman, Kamie Crawford, and special guest hosts -- Laura Perlongo, Dylan Sprayberry, Tallulah Willis & Shan Boodram -- travel the country tracking down those that deceive, bringing answers to all those in need! In the first episode, "Malcolm & Missy," when Malcolm was in jail, he was thrilled to get emotional support from his online gf Missy. But once he got out, Missy became elusive! Were Missy's affections a scam? Or can team Catfish help Malcolm meet the love of his life?

After a five-month break, CATFISH: THE TV SHOW returned with new episodes on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV. In this new episode, "Shi & Mira," Shi is convinced his online love Mira also lives in Philadelphia, but after months, she's dodgy about meeting. When Nev and Kamie discovery she might live just five blocks away, they hit the streets of Philly looking for answers.

The ninth season of CATFISH: THE TV SHOW debuted with back-to-back episodes on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 8-10pm ET/PT on MTV. Co-hosts Nev Schulman and Kamie Crawford return for the 15-episode new season, which feature special appearances, including returning co-host, Max Joseph. Season 9 uncovers some of the most important, real-life stories to date including overcoming abuse, disease, racism, and more. In the season opener, "Jeni & Elijah" (8pm), after a decade of not dating, Jeni fell hard for Elijah. But he won't meet, and now Elijah's sending different pictures of what he looks like! Jeni's confused about who she's in love with and calls Nev and Kamie to help untangle Elijah's web of lies. In the second episode, "Kay & Tyreek" (9pm), two years ago, Kay found Tyreek online while looking for a friend, little did she know that he would end up becoming not only her best friend, but her first love! But after excuses of not meeting her, Kay's ready for answers and asks Catfish to help.
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On Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 8pm ET/PT, MTV premiered "Reign & Piers," the Season 9 finale of CATFISH: THE TV SHOW. Young Reign fell fast for Piers, forming a deep connection after meeting in an anime fandom group. Now, seven years later, after a long absence, Piers is back in her DMs! Reign enlists the help of Nev and Kamie to find Piers before he goes ghost again!