The Valleys

The Valleys (2012-2014)

EndedReality show

MTV is heading deep into the South Wales Valleys to find a group of young people from areas such as Tonyrefail and Tonypandy to feature in its next non-scripted show. Plucked from the tranquillity of Valley life, the cast will be given the opportunity to leave their hamlet towns and change their lives in the city of Cardiff. Over a 6 week period, audiences will watch as the youngsters balance new job opportunities in a brand new city. However, despite their new lifestyles, ‘home' is never far away as the cast will return to The Valleys throughout the series to visit their families and home towns – a stark contrast between the lives they've left behind and the new lives they are beginning.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E08Episode 8Apr 15, 2014
S03E07Episode 7Apr 8, 2014
S03E06Episode 6Apr 1, 2014
S03E05Episode 5Mar 25, 2014
S03E04Episode 4Mar 18, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Valleys premiere?

The Valleys premiered on September 25, 2012.

Who are the cast members of The Valleys?

The cast members of The Valleys include Carley Belmonte, Chidgey, Lateysha Grace, Leeroy Reed, Liam Powell, Natalee Harris, and Nicole Morris.

What is the premise of The Valleys?

The Valleys is a reality show that follows a group of young people from the South Wales Valleys as they move to Cardiff to pursue their dreams.

What kind of drama is depicted in The Valleys?

The Valleys depicts drama that arises from the cast members trying to achieve fame and success while living together in a new environment.

Was The Valleys a popular show?

The Valleys was a popular show in its early years, with the first season having an average of 775,000 viewers.

Did The Valleys receive any awards or nominations?

The Valleys did not receive any significant awards or nominations during its run.

Did The Valleys have any spin-off shows?

No, The Valleys did not have any spin-off shows.

Was The Valleys criticized for promoting negative stereotypes?

Yes, The Valleys was criticized for promoting negative stereotypes about the Welsh people.

Did The Valleys have any notable guest appearances?

Yes, the show had a notable appearance by Welsh wrestler and actor, The Rock, in season two.

Were there any controversies surrounding The Valleys?

Yes, there were several controversies surrounding The Valleys during its run, including accusations of racism and sexism.

How many episodes are there in The Valleys?

There are a total of 36 episodes in The Valleys.

Was The Valleys scripted?

While The Valleys was not scripted, it was heavily edited to create a narrative and story arcs.

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