A pattern has emerged in HGTV’s 2025 TV schedule due to the cancellation of several shows, aimed at redesigning interiors. Regrettably, another series has been cut, making it five cancellations for the home renovation network. Alison Victoria, a former host, shared her thoughts on a key factor she believes contributed to the decision to cancel yet another show this year.
In her latest episode on “The Pap Smear Podcast,” Victoria had a conversation with fellow HGTV host and “Parks and Rec” star Retta about the behind-the-scenes workings of their shows. As viewers of reality shows such as “RuPaul’s Drag Race” are well aware, editing plays a crucial role, and it seems that’s equally true for those in the realm of reality home renovations. Here’s why Alison Victoria believes this to be the case during these challenging times:
I participated in a series titled “Battle on the Beach,” which I adored. The program was incredibly entertaining and amusing. However, when I watched an episode, I found myself questioning, ‘Whatever happened to all that excitement?’ Although I understand that fitting so much content into just 42 minutes is challenging, I couldn’t help but wonder where the excellent editing was. A show can easily lose its charm without good editing, and I firmly believe this. Unfortunately, “Battle on the Beach” didn’t get renewed for another season, which is disappointing because it felt like an adult version of spring break. However, my suspicion is that it was the editing that let it down.
As a cinephile, I found myself saddened by the news that yet another beloved HGTV series had come to an end after its fourth season. While it wasn’t as shocking as the abrupt cancellation of “Izzy Does It” following just one season, given its lackluster audience compared to the devoted fanbase it amassed on “Flip or Flop.
Revisiting Alison Victoria’s main argument, there’s a need to scrutinize the post-production editing techniques used in those popular reality shows on HBO Max, as they may raise questions about their authenticity.
For those who are following along, let me share with you the progress of HGTV’s summer cleaning as it stands now:
Or even more informally:
Here’s how HGTV’s summer tidying-up is going so far for those of you keeping track at home!
From January 13, 2022 to May 28, 2025, I was deeply involved in the series “Farmhouse Fixer” (44 episodes). Before that, from March 3, 2021 to June 11, 2024, I worked on another show called “Farmhouse Fixer” (24 episodes). Then, I took on a short project named “Izzy Does It” from February 5, 2025 to March 26, 2025 (8 episodes). Following that, I got busy with “Bargain Block” from April 14, 2021 to November 6, 2024 (34 episodes). Lastly, I was part of the team for “Battle on the Beach” from July 11, 2021 to July 15, 2024 (28 episodes). In essence, my professional life has been quite entwined with real estate-related shows.
As a movie enthusiast, I’d put it this way: Taking the show “Battle on the Beach” as an example, the dynamic duo Taniya Nayak and Ty Pennington skillfully juggle all the elements you’d expect from a reality competition series. They seamlessly transition between challenges, scenic shots of the location, and the high-stakes drama unfolding among the teams. All these elements are compacted into just 42 minutes of screen time, making it quite the balancing act!
This isn’t quite like the TV show “House Hunters,” where the process can be straightforward, involving a brief introduction, quick weighing of pros and cons, and then making a decision. Shows like this sometimes include scenes that seem unnecessary, but it appears that “Battle on the Beach” might have suffered due to its participants enjoying themselves too much, without the skilled editors needed to effectively piece everything together.
If Alison Victoria’s theory is correct, it might be challenging for fans to ascertain the truth, but given that our current host has a deeper understanding of the renovation process, Alison Victoria could provide valuable insights into what transpired throughout a single season.
This summer, Max (HBO Max) maintains its affordable price of $9.99 per month for its ad-supported plan, offering a variety of shows such as “Battle on the Beach” and “The Gilder Age.” If you prefer an ad-free viewing experience, premium tiers are available for your convenience. Check out the deal now!
Through this process, her perspective on which scenes would be captivating for television might vary from an editor who assembles it afterwards. Just as a well-crafted entertainment piece relies on the subjective perception of viewers to make shows like “Battle on the Beach” distinctive compared to other programs like “Bargain Block” on HGTV.
Regrettably, both shows share the fate of being aired on basic cable channels dedicated to classic programming, suggesting that their run may have come to an end on the network. Whether this marks the end of potential losses for the network remains uncertain, as it’s ultimately the decision of the network executives. In the meantime, fans can rewatch Battle on the Beach, all four seasons of which are available on HBO Max for streaming.
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