First-run syndication in the United States, 2000s

These are first-run syndicated television shows that air on commercial broadcast stations in a significant number of markets. If it has only aired in a few markets, it is not significantly important enough to be placed on this list. Note that shows listed here do not necessarily air in every market.

Current Programs

These shows currently air in first-run syndication. New series are noted in bold.

Talk Shows

• Anderson (2011)
• Better (2010)
• The Bill Cunningham Show (2011)
• The Chris Matthews Show (2002)
• The Dr. Oz Show (2009)
• Dr. Phil (2002) (TV-PG)
• Dr. Steve (2011)
• The Doctors (2008)
• The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) (TV-G)
• The Jeremy Kyle Show (2011)
• The Jerry Springer Show (1991) (TV-14)
• Live with Kelly (1988) (TV-PG)
• Maury (1991) (TV-14)
• The Nate Berkus Show (2010–2012) (TV-PG)
• Rachael Ray (2006) (TV-G)
• The Steve Wilkos Show (2007) (TV-14)
• The Wendy Williams Show (2009)

Tabloid/Newsmagazine Shows

• Access Hollywood (1996) (TV-PG)
• Access Hollywood: Live (2010)
• Entertainment Tonight (1981) (TV-PG)
• Extra (1994) (TV-PG)
• Hollyscoop (2011)
• Inside Edition (1989) (not rated)
• The Insider (2004) (TV-PG)
• On The Red Carpet (2010)
• TMZ on TV (2007) (TV-PG)

Game Shows

• Family Feud (1999)
• Jeopardy! (1984)
• On the Spot (2011)
• Wheel of Fortune (1983)
• Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (2002)

Reality Dating Shows

• Excused (2011)

Lifestyle shows

• American Latino TV (2004)
• LatiNation (2004)

Makeover Reality Shows

• Ron Hazelton's HouseCalls (2000)

Movie Talk Shows

• Made in Hollywood (2005)

Reality Court/Judicial Shows

• America's Court with Judge Ross (2010)
• Divorce Court (1999) (TV-PG-D)
• Judge Alex (2005) (TV-PG)
• Judge Joe Brown (1997) (TV-G)
• Judge Judy (1996) (TV-G)
• Judge Mathis (1999) (TV-PG)
• Last Shot With Judge Gunn (2011)
• The People's Court (1981) (TV-PG)
• Swift Justice with Jackie Glass (2011) (TV-G)
• We the People With Gloria Allred (2011)

Reality Shows

• Cheaters (2000) (TV-14)

VIewer-Submitted Video Series

• World's Funniest Moments (2010)
• Whacked Out Videos (2009)
• Whacked Out Sports (2006)

Fictional Series

• Da Vinci's Inquest (2005)
• Heartland (2010)

Entertainment Studios

• The American Athlete (1996)
• Beautiful Homes & Great Estates (2002)
• Cars.tv (2009)
• Comedy.tv (2009)
• Comics Unleashed (2006)
• Entertainers (1993)
• My Destination.tv (2010)
• Pets.tv (2009)
• Who Wants to Date a Comedian (2011)
• Young Icons (2010)

Canceled/Ended Programs

These shows aired between 2000 and 2011, but production on these series has been halted.

Talk Shows

• The Ananda Lewis Show (2001–2002)
• Ask Rita (2003–2004)
• The Bonnie Hunt Show (2008–2010)
• The Brian McKnight Show (2009–2010)
• The Caroline Rhea Show (2002–2003)
• The Cindy Margolis Show (2000–2001)
• Donny & Marie (1998–2000)
• Dr. Joy Browne (1999–2000)
• The Dr. Keith Ablow Show (2006–2007)
• Dr. Laura (2000–2001)
• Forgive or Forget (1998–2001)
• Good Day Live (2002–2005)
• The Greg Behrendt Show (2006–2007)
• Howard Stern Radio Show (1998–2001)
• In the Loop with iVillage (2006–2008)
• Iyanla (2001–2002)
• The Jane Pauley Show (2004–2005)
• The Jenny Jones Show (1991–2003)
• The John Walsh Show (2002–2004)
• Life & Style (2004–2005)
• The Larry Elder Show (2004–2005)
• Leeza (1994–2000)
• Living It Up! With Ali & Jack (2003–2004)
• Martha (moved to The Hallmark Channel in 2010) (2005–2012) (TV-G)
• Martha Stewart Living (1993–2004)
• The Martin Short Show (1999–2000)
• The Megan Mullaly Show (2006–2007)
• Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus (2000–2001)
• The Montel Williams Show (1991–2008) (TV-PG)
• On Air With Ryan Seacrest (2004)
• The Oprah Winfrey Show (1986–2011) (TV-14)
• The Other Half (2001–2003)
• The Queen Latifah Show (1999–2001)
• Richard Simmons' DreamMaker (1999–2000)
• The Ricki Lake Show (1993–2004)
• The Rob Nelson Show (2002–2003)
• The Roseanne Show (1998–2000)
• The Rosie O'Donnell Show (1996–2002)
• The Sally Jessy Raphael Show (1985–2002)
• The Sharon Osbourne Show (2003–2004)
• Shop & Style (2003)
• Talk or Walk (2001–2002)
• The Tony Danza Show (2004–2006)
• The Tyra Banks Show (moved to The CW in 2009) (2005–2010) (TV-PG)
• The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet (2007–2009)
• The Wayne Brady Show (2002–2004)

Tabloid Shows

• Celebrity Justice (2002–2005)
• National Enquirer TV (1999–2001)

Game Shows

• Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? (2009–2011)
• Card Sharks (2001–2002)
• Deal or No Deal (U.S. syndicated game show) (2008–2010)
• Don't Forget the Lyrics! (2010–2011)
• Hollywood Squares (1998–2004)
• Inside the Box (2008)
• Merv Griffin's Crosswords (2007–2008)
• Pyramid (2002–2004)
• Sex Wars (2000–2001)
• Street Smarts (2000–2005)
• Temptation (2007–2008)
• To Tell the Truth (2000–2002)
• Trivial Pursuit: America Plays (2008–2009) (TV-PG)
• Ultimate Poker Challenge (2004–2006)
• Weakest Link (2002–2003)

Reality Dating Shows

• Blind Date (1999–2006)
• Change of Heart (1998–2003)
• Elimidate (2001–2006)
• EX-treme Dating (2002–2004)
• The Fifth Wheel (2001–2004)
• Rendez-View (2001–2002)
• Shipmates (2001–2003)

Lifestyle Shows

• Weekend Vibe (2002–2004)
• Your Total Health (2004–2008)

Makeover Reality Shows

• Ambush Makeover (2003–2004)
• Bob Vila's Home Again (1990–2005)
• Bob Vila (2005–2007)
• Design Invasion (2004–2005)
• Home Delivery (2004–2005)
• Hometeam (2005–2006)
• Live Like a Star (2004–2005)

Movie Review Shows

• At the Movies (1986–2010)
• Hot Ticket (2001–2004)
• Lyons & Bailes Reel Talk (2007–2009)

Newsmagazine Shows

• A Current Affair (2005)
• Geraldo at Large (2005–2007)

Paranormal Reality Shows

• Beyond With James Van Praagh (2002–2003)
• Crossing Over With John Edward (2000–2004)
• Pat Croce Moving In (2004–2005)
• Unexplained Mysteries (2003–2005)

Reality Court/Judicial Shows

• Curtis Court (2000–2001)
• Cristina's Court (2007–2009) (TV-PG-L)
• Eye for an Eye (2003–2008)
• Family Court With Judge Penny (2008–2009)
• Judge David Young (2007–2009)
• Judge Hatchett (2000–2008)
• Judge Jeanine Pirro (2008–2011) (moved from The CW in 2009)
• Judge Karen (2008–2009)
• Judge Karen's Court (2010–2011)
• Judge Maria Lopez (2006–2008) (TV-PG)
• Judge Mills Lane (1998–2001)
• Jury Duty (2007–2008)
• Moral Court (2000–2001)
• Power of Attorney (2000–2002)
• Street Court (2009–2010)
• Texas Justice (2001–2005)
• We the Jury (2002–2003)

Reality Shows

• American Idol Rewind (2006–2010)
• America's Moving To (2002–2003)
• Arrest & Trial (2000–2001)
• Classmates (2003–2004)
• Life Moments (2002–2003)
• Pet Keeping with Marc Morrone (2003–2004)
• Missing (2003–2011)
• NASCAR Angels (2006–2010)
• Starting Over (2003–2006)

Sports Shows

• The George Michael Sports Machine (1984–2007)
• UFC Wired (2007–2009)

Variety Shows

• Dance 360 (2004–2005)
• It's Showtime at the Apollo (1987–2007)
• Soul Train (1971–2006)
• That's Funny (2004–2006)
• The Tom Joyner Show (2005–2006)
• Your Big Break (2000–2001)

Viewer-Submitted Video Series

• Maximum Exposure (2000–2003)
• Real TV (1996–2001)
• Smash Cuts (2009–2011)

Fictional Series

• Adventure Inc. (2003–2004)
• Andromeda (2000–2005, moved to Sci-Fi in 2004)
• Baywatch Hawaii (1999–2001)
• Beastmaster (1999–2002)
• Cleopatra 2525 (2000–2001)
• Cold Squad (2006–2008)
• Earth: Final Conflict (1997–2002)
• The Immortal (2000–2001)
• Jack of All Trades (2000)
• John Woo's Once a Thief (2002–2003)
• Legend of the Seeker (2008–2010)
• The Lost World (1999–2002)
• Masterminds (2006–2008)
• Mutant X (2001–2004)
• Nite Tales (2009)
• Psi Factor: Chronicles of the Paranormal (1996–2000)
• Queen of Swords (2000–2001)
• ReGenesis (2007–2009)
• Relic Hunter (1999–2002)
• She Spies (2002–2004)
• Sheena (2000–2002)
• Starhunter (2003–2004)
• Tracker (2001–2002)
• V.I.P. (1998–2002)
• VIP Passport (2006–2007)
• Xena: Warrior Princess (1995–2001)

Entertainment Studios

• EntertainmentStudios.com (2002–2009)
• Every Woman (2000–2009)
• The Gossip Queens (2010–2011)
• Kickin' It (2002–2011)
• Recipe.tv (2004–2010)

See also

• MyNetworkTV, a broadcast syndication service (formerly a television network)

Sources

• First-run syndication - The TV IV