Investigation Discovery has released a trailer for “Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV,” a new four-part docuseries uncovering the toxic and dangerous culture on the sets of Dan Schneider’s Nickelodeon children’s shows in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The series reveals an environment rife with allegations of abuse, sexism, racism, and inappropriate behavior towards underage stars and crew members.
Former Nickelodeon alums, including cast members Giovonnie Samuels, Kyle Sullivan, Bryan Hearne, Katrina Johnson, and director Virgil Fabian, share new allegations in the trailer. One unnamed former employee compares working for Dan Schneider to being in an abusive relationship, while another alum speaks of a toxic environment that eroded trust.
A spokesperson for Schneider issued a statement in response, emphasizing his care for the children on his shows and the challenges they faced as child actors. However, Nickelodeon parted ways with Schneider in 2018 following multiple complaints of abusive behavior from his staff.
The docuseries, directed by Mary Robertson and Emma Schwartz and produced by Maxine Productions and Sony Pictures Television – Nonfiction in association with Business Insider, features interviews with cast and crew members from shows such as “The Amanda Show,” “Zoey 101,” “iCarly,” “Sam & Cat,” “Victorious,” and Marc Summers from “Double Dare.” It provides insight into the toxic and sexist environment in Schneider’s writer’s room and showcases emotional testimony from parents who sought to advocate for their children on these sets.
The interviews are woven together with archival footage, previously unaired scenes, and social media commentary to provide a comprehensive perspective on the troubled history of these shows.
Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV will premiere on Investigation Discovery over two nights, from 9 PM to 11 PM ET/PT on Sunday, March 17, and Monday, March 18.
FAQs
Q: Who is Dan Schneider?
A: Dan Schneider is a former Nickelodeon TV series producer known for creating popular children’s shows in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Q: Why did Nickelodeon part ways with Dan Schneider?
A: Nickelodeon parted ways with Dan Schneider in 2018 following multiple complaints of abusive behavior from members of his staff.
Conclusion
“Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” exposes the troubling culture that existed on the sets of Dan Schneider’s Nickelodeon shows. This docuseries sheds light on allegations of abuse, sexism, racism, and inappropriate dynamics between underage stars and the crew. As Investigation Discovery premieres this compelling series, it serves as a reminder of the importance of creating safe environments for child actors in the entertainment industry. For more updates on the latest trends in entertainment, visit Trends News.
