Network Greenlight

Reality TV Showrunner Career Simulator & Format Calculator

Inspired by Phil Keoghan, Julie Chen Moonves, and Jeff Probst for TV Insider
Format Archetype: Phil Keoghan
Format Archetypes Quick Presets
Production Mechanics
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12 eps
$2,500k
Source benchmark: Pop Crave coverage of Phil Keoghan, Julie Chen Moonves, and Jeff Probst unscripted franchise leadership.
Primetime Performance Telemetry ● Prime Viability Latch
Rating Share
14.8%
Est. Ad Revenue
$42.5M
Franchise Longevity
24 seasons
Viewer Retention
91.2%
Season Episode Engagement Curve Finale Peak: 16.4M
Network Executive Verdict: Greenlight Confirmed

Global Expedition balances elite physical urgency with high-stakes pacing. With 12 episodes budgeted at $2.5M weekly, the format projects a 14.8% primetime share, driving $42.5M in seasonal advertising yield across a 24-season franchise runway.

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