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| Nailed It! | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Reality television |
| Presented by | |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 7 + 3 special seasons |
| No. of episodes | 66 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Running time | 32–34 minutes |
| Production company | Magical Elves |
| Original release | |
| Network | Netflix |
| Release | March 9, 2018 – October 5, 2022 (On hiatus) |
| Related | |
Nailed It! is an American reality television series that premiered on March 9, 2018. The series is exclusively available on Netflix. The series is a bake-off competition in the style of reality television, where three amateur bakers compete to replicate complicated cakes and confectionery in order to win a $10,000 cash prize and the "Nailed It" trophy.
A second season was released on June 29, 2018. A holiday season, dubbed Nailed It! Holiday!, was released on December 7, 2018. The third season was released on May 17, 2019. A second holiday season of Nailed It! Holiday! was released on November 22, 2019.[1] The fourth season was released on April 1, 2020. The fifth season, dubbed Nailed It! Double Trouble, is the series' first spin-off season that features contestants competing in pairs. It premiered on March 26, 2021.[2] The sixth season was released on September 15, 2021.[3] The seventh season, dubbed Nailed It! Halloween, was released on October 5, 2022.[4]
The spin-off The Big Nailed It Baking Challenge was released on August 4, 2023.
The series has received critical acclaim and was nominated for five Primetime Emmy Awards, including three for Outstanding Competition Program and twice for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Competition Program. The latter nomination made Nicole Byer the first Black woman to be nominated for the award.
Premise
[edit]Nailed It! was inspired by the craze of people trying and failing to make elaborate cakes they found on the Internet.[5] Three amateur bakers with demonstrated poor baking skills attempt to re-create edible masterpieces for a $10,000 prize and the Nailed It! trophy. Competitors take part in two challenges over the course of the 35-minute episodes; their efforts are judged by co-hosts Nicole Byer and Jacques Torres, joined by a different guest judge each episode. The "Hero" cakes that the contestants must replicate are created by Charity George: Seasons 1 & 2; Monika Stout and Viki Kane: Seasons 3, 4, 5, Holiday 1 and 2; and Monika Stout and Michelle Boyd: Seasons 6, 7 and The Big Baking Challenge.
The first challenge is called "Baker's Choice", where the contestants pick one of three similar confectionery treats and try to recreate it. The winner of this challenge gets a special prize and is allowed to wear a golden chef's hat.
In the second challenge, "Nail It or Fail It", contestants have two hours to recreate a complicated cake from scratch. They each receive a "Panic Button", which allows them to get three minutes of assistance from one of the judges. The worst-performing baker from the first challenge gets a second button to distract the other bakers – the specific function varies depending on the episode, but normally involves Nicole annoying the bakers.[6] The three judges decide on the winning cake based upon presentation and taste. The winner receives a trophy and the $10,000 prize.[7] However in one episode, celebrity contestant Paul Scheer decided to split the $10,000 between his competitors and keep the trophy and one episode saw three winning contestants.
Cast
[edit]- Nicole Byer, host
- Jacques Torres, judge
- Weston "Wes" Bahr, assistant director
Episodes
[edit]| Season | Episodes | Originally released | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | March 9, 2018 | ||
| 2 | 7 | June 29, 2018 | ||
| Holiday 1 | 7 | December 7, 2018 | ||
| 3 | 6 | May 17, 2019 | ||
| Holiday 2 | 6 | November 22, 2019 | ||
| 4 | 8 | April 1, 2020 | ||
| 5: Double Trouble | 6 | March 26, 2021 | ||
| 6 | 6 | September 15, 2021 | ||
| 7: Halloween | 4 | October 5, 2022 | ||
| The Big Baking Challenge | 10 | August 4, 2023 | ||
Release
[edit]All six episodes of the first season were released exclusively to Netflix on March 9, 2018.[8] The second season features six regular episodes and one bonus episode, and was released on Netflix on June 29, 2018.[9] The season ends with a crossover special, featuring the "Fab Five" of Netflix's Queer Eye series, with the series' food and wine expert Antoni Porowski serving as guest judge. The third season was released on May 17, 2019, with six episodes.[10]
The fourth season was released on April 1, 2020,[11] followed the fifth season premiered on March 26, 2021, and the sixth season on September 15, 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the fifth, sixth, and seventh season featured slight differences such as cake selections being done verbally rather than by running towards them, the rectangular judges panel being replaced by a large semi-circle, and the contestants' kitchens being socially-distanced.[12]
On March 1, 2022, it was reported that production on the series was suspended indefinitely after crew members went to strike to secure a contract with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees.[13] The strike saw the seventh season's episode total halved, as only four of the planned eight episodes had been filmed before the strike commenced.[14]
Awards and nominations
[edit]International versions
[edit]A Mexican version of the show debuted in February 2019. ¡Nailed it! México is hosted by comedian Omar Chaparro and professional chef Anna Ruiz, along with guest judges. Sylvia Weinstock appears in one episode as a guest judge.[24][25] A French version of the show debuted in October 2019. C'est du gâteau! is hosted by humorist Artus and professional chef Noémie Honiat, along with guest judges. Jacques Torres appears in one episode as a judge.[26] The Spanish version of the show, Niquelao!, debuted in October 2019, hosted by actress La Terremoto de Alcorcón and professional chef Christian Escribà, along with guest judges.[27] A German version of the show debuted on Netflix in January 2020, hosted by actress and model Angelina Kirsch.
Other media
[edit]On October 4, 2022, Netflix's game services launched a mobile game based on the series titled Nailed It! Baking Bash.[28]
References
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- ^ Renae, Kirstie. "11 things you probably didn't know about Netflix's 'Nailed It!'". Insider. Retrieved August 16, 2020.
- ^ Worboys, Audrey (March 10, 2018). "LMFAO, There's A New Netflix Show Exclusively For Cake Fails". BuzzFeed. Retrieved March 12, 2018.
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- ^ "Nailed It Season 2". Bustle. March 27, 2018.
- ^ Yang, Rachel (April 23, 2019). "'Nailed It!' Season 3 Sets May Premiere Date at Netflix". Variety. Retrieved February 24, 2020.
- ^ "Video: "Nailed It!" – Season 4 Official Trailer – Netflix". The Futon Critic. March 18, 2020.
- ^ "Did 'Nailed It! Double Trouble' Film on the Same Set as the Original Show?". Distractify. March 26, 2021. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ Kilkenny, Katie (March 1, 2022). "Crewmembers Strike 'Nailed It!' Amid IATSE Contract Dispute". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 5, 2022.
- ^ "'Nailed It! Halloween!' Production Shut Down as Crew Tries to Unionize; Remaining Episodes Won't be Filmed". March 3, 2022.
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- ^ Nolfi, Joey (June 19, 2019). "Game of Thrones, Fleabag, Pose land major TCA Award nominations". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved July 23, 2021.
- ^ Yang, Rachel (August 11, 2019). "Teen Choice Awards 2019: See the full list of winners and nominees". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved July 28, 2020.
- ^ a b c "Nailed It! - Emmy Awards, Nominations and Wins". Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. Retrieved July 23, 2021.
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- ^ Amore, Samson (May 17, 2021). "2021 MTV Unscripted Movie and TV Awards: Complete List of Winners". TheWrap. Retrieved July 23, 2021.
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- ^ "Netflix Gets Real About Reality TV With Mexican 'Nailed It'". Bloomberg.com. August 27, 2018. Retrieved March 22, 2020.
- ^ White, Brett (February 8, 2019). "'Nailed It! Mexico': Everything You Need to Know about Netflix's Latest Baking Show". Decider. Retrieved March 12, 2019.
- ^ Torres, Jacques [@jacquestorres] (October 25, 2019). "It was such and honor to be a guest judge on the @NailedIt family expansion" (Tweet). Retrieved August 16, 2020 – via Twitter.
- ^ de Dios, Marisa (October 24, 2019). "Los desastres culinarios llegan a Netflix con 'Niquelao!'". El Periódico (in Spanish). Retrieved January 10, 2020.
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Nailed It!
View on GrokipediaConcept and Premise
Core Premise
Nailed It! features amateur home bakers, typically self-identified as lacking baking proficiency, who compete to replicate elaborate desserts originally created by professional pastry chefs.[2] Each episode presents three contestants with two timed challenges involving complex recipes, such as multi-tiered cakes or intricate confections requiring precise techniques like fondant work, tempering chocolate, or structural engineering with baked goods.[1] The contestants receive basic instructions and ingredients but must execute under pressure, often resulting in structural collapses, flavor mismatches, or aesthetic disasters that provide the show's primary comedic element.[2] The competition culminates in judging by expert pastry professionals, who evaluate based on appearance, taste, and adherence to the original design, awarding the contestant whose effort most closely approximates success—though relative mediocrity frequently determines the victor—with a $10,000 cash prize and a "Nailed It!" trophy.[1] Unlike conventional baking competitions that emphasize skill mastery and eliminate underperformers harshly, Nailed It! derives its appeal from embracing incompetence as entertainment, framing contestants' failures as relatable human endeavors rather than shortcomings warranting ridicule.[2] This inversion celebrates persistence amid predictable pitfalls, with hosts providing encouragement and humorous commentary to underscore the lighthearted tone.[1] Premiering on Netflix on March 9, 2018, the series taps into a cultural fascination with imperfection in culinary pursuits, positioning baking disasters as a counterpoint to polished shows like The Great British Bake Off.[1] By selecting participants via open casting calls targeting those with documented baking mishaps, the production ensures a baseline of novice-level execution, reinforcing the premise that even modest progress amid chaos merits recognition.[2] The format's success hinges on this authenticity, as verified by consistent viewership across seasons, though it prioritizes spectacle over culinary instruction.[1]Episode Format and Rules
Each episode pits three amateur home bakers against elaborate professional desserts, emphasizing their humorous struggles rather than expertise. Hosted by Nicole Byer, the 30-minute format unfolds in a studio kitchen where contestants receive pre-portioned ingredients, recipe cards, and timers, but no professional assistance beyond the host's encouragement. The model desserts, crafted by expert pastry chefs, are unveiled from under cloches, setting an impossibly high standard for replication.[2][1] The structure comprises two sequential challenges. The initial "quick-fire" round requires completing a modest confection—such as decorated macarons, cupcakes, or cookies—typically within 20 to 30 minutes, testing precision under haste. This leads to the centerpiece "Nail It or Fail It" round, allotting around 90 minutes for an ambitious cake involving baking, stacking, sculpting, and intricate piping or fondant work. Mishaps like collapsing structures or uneven icing are anticipated and celebrated for comedic effect.[1] Judging by pastry professionals Jacques Torres and Christina Tosi focuses on visual fidelity to the model, structural integrity, and flavor balance, with tastings revealing often underwhelming results. The contestant achieving the closest approximation receives a $10,000 prize and a golden trophy. The most egregious failure earns the iconic "Nailed It!" trophy—a small, crowned cake figure—as a badge of resilient participation; select episodes award the loser's nominated charity an equivalent $10,000 donation to underscore the show's lighthearted ethos.[2][1]Production and Cast
Development and Production History
Nailed It! was conceived by the production company Magical Elves, drawing inspiration from viral internet memes depicting amateur attempts to replicate elaborate desserts, often referred to as "Pinterest fails," where home bakers produced comically disastrous results from online recipes.[4] The concept inverted traditional baking competition formats by celebrating incompetence rather than expertise, positioning everyday participants as protagonists in humorous failures rather than skilled professionals.[5] Executive producer Jane Lipsitz, co-founder of Magical Elves alongside Dan Cutforth, described the idea as originating from a development executive who viewed a Pinterest fail video and proposed adapting it into a television series; despite initial skepticism as a "long shot," Netflix acquired the pitch during the meeting in the mid-2010s.[6] Magical Elves, established in 2001 and known for producing competitive reality shows like Top Chef and Project Runway, handled the full development, leveraging their experience in food-related programming to structure the show's challenges around accessible yet challenging dessert recreations.[7] Production emphasized low costs and quick turnaround, with filming conducted in Los Angeles studios to facilitate logistics and incorporate local talent.[5] The first season entered production in 2017, featuring a format where three contestants per episode competed for a $10,000 prize by attempting two baking challenges under time constraints, judged by pastry chef Jacques Torres and hosted by comedian Nicole Byer.[4] Episodes typically required 10 to 14 hours of filming to capture unscripted mishaps and reactions, with minimal post-production editing to preserve authenticity, though behind-the-scenes support ensured safety and basic functionality of kitchen setups.[8] The series premiered on Netflix on March 9, 2018, with six episodes, marking Magical Elves' entry into Netflix's original unscripted content slate and setting the stage for rapid renewals due to its immediate popularity.[4] Subsequent holiday specials and additional seasons followed, expanding production to include themed challenges while maintaining the core emphasis on participant resilience amid inevitable errors.[5]Hosts, Judges, and Key Personnel
Nicole Byer has hosted Nailed It! since its premiere on March 9, 2018, delivering humorous narration, contestant interactions, and occasional judging input across all seven seasons through October 5, 2022.[1] As a comedian and actress, Byer emphasizes the show's lighthearted, failure-celebrating tone, often improvising reactions to contestants' mishaps.[9] Jacques Torres, a master pastry chef and chocolatier dubbed "Mr. Chocolate," serves as the primary judge, providing expert critiques on baking techniques, flavors, and presentation.[10] Torres has appeared consistently from season 1, evaluating replicas of intricate desserts like multi-tiered cakes and themed confections, while maintaining a supportive demeanor toward amateur participants.[11] His professional background includes owning multiple chocolate factories and authoring cookbooks on advanced confectionery.[10] Guest judges rotate per episode, featuring pastry experts such as Christina Tosi, who appeared in challenges involving custom cookies and cakes, and celebrities like Wayne Brady in season 6 episodes focused on exotic animal-themed bakes.[12][13] These guests contribute specialized insights or entertainment value without altering the core judging dynamic led by Torres and Byer.[14] The series is produced by Magical Elves, with executive producers Dan Cutforth, Jane Lipsitz, and Casey Kriley overseeing development and format consistency since inception.[15] Supervising culinary producer Kim Seeley designs the elaborate challenge recipes, ensuring they test contestants' skills while being feasible for replication in controlled studio conditions.[8] Additional key staff, including producer Patrick J. Doody, handle on-set logistics and post-production to amplify the comedic elements.[16]Seasons and Release
Season Overviews and Episode Counts
Nailed It! premiered its first season on March 9, 2018, consisting of six episodes that established the show's format of three amateur bakers competing in two rounds to replicate intricate professional desserts for a $10,000 prize, often resulting in comedic failures under time pressure.[17][18] The second season, released on June 29, 2018, expanded to seven episodes, including themed challenges like high-society cakes and fairy tale-inspired bakes, with one bonus episode highlighting holiday elements.[19][18] Season 3, comprising six episodes, debuted on May 17, 2019, and incorporated pop culture themes such as a Marvel superhero showdown alongside phobias-inspired and prehistoric designs.[20][15] The fourth season aired all six episodes on April 1, 2020, featuring "lit" or illuminated cake concepts and other visually ambitious recreations timed to coincide with April Fools' Day.[21][18] Season 5, subtitled Double Trouble and released on March 26, 2021, maintained six episodes but introduced a twist with pairs of bakers (often family or friends) teaming up for challenges like ungodly messes and oversized cakes.[22][18] The sixth season, with six episodes, launched on September 15, 2021, emphasizing animal-themed "im-paw-sible" cakes and other elaborate constructs judged by guest experts.[23][18] Season 7, a Halloween-themed installment limited to four episodes, premiered on October 5, 2022, drawing inspiration from Netflix originals like Cobra Kai, The Witcher, and The Umbrella Academy for spooky dessert recreations.[24][18]| Season | Episode Count | Premiere Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | March 9, 2018[25] |
| 2 | 7 | June 29, 2018[26] |
| 3 | 6 | May 17, 2019[27] |
| 4 | 6 | April 1, 2020[28] |
| 5 | 6 | March 26, 2021[29] |
| 6 | 6 | September 15, 2021[30] |
| 7 | 4 | October 5, 2022[31] |
Release Timeline and Distribution
Nailed It! premiered exclusively on Netflix on March 9, 2018, with all six episodes of the first season released simultaneously, following the platform's standard model for original content.[1] Subsequent main seasons were also dropped in full batches on their respective premiere dates: Season 2 on June 29, 2018; Season 3 on May 17, 2019; Season 4 on April 1, 2020; Season 5 on October 9, 2020; Season 6 on March 24, 2021; and Season 7 on October 5, 2022.[32][33] In addition to the main series, holiday-themed specials under Nailed It! Holiday! were released on December 7, 2018 (Season 1, five episodes) and December 10, 2019 (Season 2, five episodes), maintaining the binge-release format.[34] As a Netflix original production by Magical Elves Productions, the series is distributed solely through Netflix's subscription video-on-demand service, available to subscribers globally in most regions where the platform operates.[1][2] No traditional broadcast television airings, syndication, or physical media releases have occurred, with access limited to streaming within Netflix accounts.[35] The content remains on-demand without fixed scheduling, though regional licensing restrictions may affect availability in select territories.[2]Reception and Cultural Impact
Critical Reception
Nailed It! received generally positive critical reception, praised for its humorous take on baking failures and the affable interplay between host Nicole Byer and judge Jacques Torres.[32] Critics highlighted the show's appeal in celebrating amateur mishaps rather than perfection, distinguishing it from more competitive formats like The Great British Bake Off.[36] On Rotten Tomatoes, Season 1 garnered a 95% approval rating from 22 reviews, with subsequent seasons maintaining high scores, including 100% for Seasons 3 and 4 based on smaller critic samples.[17][37][38] Reviewers from outlets like The Guardian described the series as a "fun Netflix series" that revels in contestants' inevitable disasters while attempting elaborate desserts, emphasizing its light-hearted schadenfreude without malice.[39] Reality Blurred noted the program's range from "jokey" to "outright farce," crediting the entertainment value in predictable yet engaging reveals of botched bakes.[40] Common Sense Media awarded it 4 out of 5 stars, commending the relatable humor in contestants' errors as suitable for family viewing, though acknowledging occasional crude language.[41] Special editions received more mixed feedback; for instance, Nailed It! Holiday Season 1 scored 67% on Rotten Tomatoes from limited reviews, while Nailed It!: Double Trouble (Season 5 format) earned 62%, with some critiques pointing to format fatigue in duo challenges.[42][22] Metacritic listings for the series lack aggregate scores, reflecting sparse professional aggregation beyond Rotten Tomatoes.[43] Overall, the show's enduring critical favor stems from its unpretentious embrace of imperfection, sustaining appeal across seven seasons through 2022.[32]Audience Response and Viewership Data
Nailed It! has demonstrated consistent audience demand on Netflix, with Parrot Analytics reporting it at 3.0 times the level of an average U.S. TV series over recent 30-day periods, reflecting sustained viewer interest despite fluctuations such as an uptick from 3.7 to 4.1 times TV demand in prior metrics.[44] The series garners a 7.4 out of 10 rating on IMDb from approximately 5,651 user votes, indicating generally favorable reception among viewers who appreciate its lighthearted format.[1] Viewer popularity is evidenced by Netflix's repeated renewals, including multiple seasons and holiday specials through 2022, following its classification as a breakout hit that prompted second-season orders alongside other unscripted successes.[45] In a 2022 Mashed poll on top Netflix cooking shows, Nailed It! received 15.47% of votes, placing third behind High on the Hog and Chef's Table.[46] Audience responses highlight the show's appeal in embracing baking mishaps over perfection, with viewers describing it as a stress-relieving alternative to traditional competitions that fosters relatability and humor.[47] [36] This sentiment aligns with its expansion into international adaptations in markets like Mexico, Spain, Germany, and France, signaling broad global resonance among home bakers and casual audiences.[48] Specific Rotten Tomatoes audience scores vary by season, with holiday editions around 67-71%, though the core series benefits from its niche as an anti-perfectionist baking program.[42]Awards and Nominations
Nailed It! earned nominations in the Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Competition Program in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022, marking four consecutive years in the category without a win.[49][50][51] Host Nicole Byer received nominations for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program in 2020, 2022, and 2023, becoming the first Black woman nominated in the category in 2020.[52][53][3] The series also won one award outside the Emmys: the 2021 MTV Movie & TV Award for Best Lifestyle Show.[3]| Year | Award | Category | Result | Nominees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Primetime Emmy | Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program | Nominated | Nicole Byer[3] |
| 2022 | Primetime Emmy | Outstanding Competition Program | Nominated | Nailed It! production team[51] |
| 2022 | Primetime Emmy | Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program | Nominated | Nicole Byer[53] |
| 2021 | Primetime Emmy | Outstanding Competition Program | Nominated | Nailed It! production team[54] |
| 2021 | MTV Movie & TV | Best Lifestyle Show | Won | Nailed It |
| 2020 | Primetime Emmy | Outstanding Competition Program | Nominated | Nailed It! production team[55] |
| 2020 | Primetime Emmy | Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program | Nominated | Nicole Byer[52] |
| 2019 | Primetime Emmy | Outstanding Competition Program | Nominated | Nailed It! production team[50] |
Adaptations and Extensions
International Versions
Netflix premiered the first international adaptation of Nailed It!, titled ¡Nailed It! México, on February 8, 2019, featuring Mexican amateur bakers competing to recreate elaborate desserts for a cash prize, hosted by comedian Omar Chaparro alongside local pastry chefs.[56][57] This version marked Netflix's initial expansion of the format beyond the United States, emphasizing cultural adaptations in challenges while preserving the humorous focus on baking mishaps.[58] Following the Mexican launch, Netflix announced localized versions for European markets in April 2019, with Niquelao! (also known as Nailed It! Spain) and Nailed It! France both debuting on October 25, 2019.[48][59] The Spanish edition, hosted by actress La Terremoto de Alcorcón, featured contestants vying for €5,000 and a trophy through dessert replication attempts judged by Spanish culinary professionals.[60] Similarly, the French version pitted home bakers against complex confections for a €5,000 prize, hosted by comedian Artus with evaluations from French chefs.[61] Nailed It! Germany followed on January 17, 2020, where participants aimed to win €5,000 by mimicking high-end pastries, with the format highlighting inevitable failures for comedic effect under German hosts and judges.[62][63] These adaptations reflect Netflix's strategy to localize content for global audiences, incorporating regional baking traditions and humor while retaining the original's emphasis on accessible, failure-celebrating competition.[48]| Country | Title | Premiere Date | Prize Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | ¡Nailed It! México | February 8, 2019 | Cash prize [64] |
| Spain | Niquelao! | October 25, 2019 | €5,000 [65] |
| France | Nailed It! France | October 25, 2019 | €5,000 [66] |
| Germany | Nailed It! Germany | January 17, 2020 | €5,000 [67] |
