Released on February 16, Netflix's 'Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model' has sparked widespread debate by revealing the troubling dynamics that took place behind the scenes of the influential reality series created by Tyra Banks in 2003. Through three episodes, the documentary utilizes testimonies and previously unseen footage to highlight issues such as manipulation, psychological pressure, and various scandals that have lingered over the show's legacy.

Directed by Mor Loushy and Daniel Sivan, the documentary provides in-depth analysis and interviews with significant contributors, including Tyra Banks herself. It exposes the internal mechanisms of a program that once reached an audience of over 100 million worldwide at the height of its popularity, thereby stirring conversations about the ethical implications of reality television.

The revelations not only confront past practices of the show but also force audiences to evaluate the impact of such reality programs on participants and viewers alike, raising questions about the mental health of contestants and the responsibility of producers in shaping narratives that hold significant influence on public perception and standards of beauty.