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[02/11/16 - 02:33 PM]
CMT's "Party Down South" Boosts Thursday Night Programming Block with Strong Premiere and Double-Digit Growth in Week 2
CMT further spins the numbers for Thursday, January 28 and Thursday, February 4.

[01/19/16 - 01:45 PM]
CMT Reveals Complete Cast and First Sneak Peek for "Redneck Island: Battle at the Lake," Premiering January 28 at 10PM ET/PT
The half-veteran, half-rookie cast will duke it out, with plenty of drama in tow, for the $100,000 cash prize and a chance at the winning title.

[12/22/15 - 09:02 AM]
Melissa Rycroft Joins Steve Austin as Co-Host on All-New Season of CMT's "Redneck Island: Battle at the Lake" Premiering January 28 at 10PM ET/PT
Returning for another shot at the money are season three contestants Becky, Bradley, Cody, Heather, Hunter, Jorden, Josh, Lucas, Margaret, Nicole, Riley and Tessa.

[05/22/15 - 06:01 AM]
CMT to Kickoff "Friday Night Lights" Memorial Day Event with the Network Premiere of the Film, And a Marathon of the Series Hosted by Jessie James Decker Featuring Fan-Voted Poll Results of Favorite Series Characters
Fans can head over to CMT's Facebook page to vote for their favorite "Friday Night Lights" characters from season one.

[12/12/14 - 10:24 AM]
Christmas Comes Early When "Party Down South: Christmas Hangover" Premieres Thursday, Dec. 18 at 8 P.M., ET/PT on CMT
The one-hour special will lead into new episodes of "Party Down South 2" and "Redneck Island."

[12/11/14 - 08:22 AM]
New Year, New Programming: CMT Kicks Off 2015 with a January Filled with New and Returning Shows and Specials
Highlights include the return of "Steve Austin's Broken Skull Challenge" on Sunday, January 4 at 8:00/7:00c.

[11/13/14 - 10:00 AM]
Let the Games Begin as CMT's All-New "Redneck Island" Cast Is Revealed
Hosted by Steve Austin and Jessie James Decker, the 10-episode series is filled with hijinks and hookups as 12 guys and 12 girls discover a new twist to the game which pairs male and female teammates up as bunkmates.

[10/08/14 - 09:01 AM]
"Redneck Island" Set to Return to CMT with Hot New Twist and Hot New Co-Host on December 4
Country singer/songwriter and TV personality Jessie James Decker joins wrestling icon Steve Austin as masters of ceremonies on the "island" this season, tucked away at a lake in North Georgia.

[09/17/14 - 10:52 AM]
Time to Set the DVR: A Guide to CMT's Fall Lineup
Among the newly announced dates are the return of "Redneck Island" and two one-hour specials from "Party Down South."

[07/02/13 - 12:42 PM]
CMT Closes Out 2nd Quarter with Double-Digit Gains Across Prime and Total Day
CMT spins the numbers for the second quarter of 2013.

[05/30/13 - 10:59 AM]
CMT Stays Cool with "Six-Pack Summer" Featuring New Series and Music Specials, Returning Favorites and More
Newcomers include "Bounty Hunters," the network's first animated comedy featuring the voices of Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall and Larry the Cable Guy.

[05/16/13 - 02:47 PM]
"Redneck Island" Set to Return to CMT for an All-New Season on June 5
The show will then regularly air Saturdays at 9:00/8:00c starting June 8.

[03/05/13 - 10:35 AM]
CMT Broadens Its Appeal with Bold New Series, News & Docs, Returning Favorites and More Projects in Development Than Ever
The network's returning class includes "Redneck Island," "Swamp Pawn," "Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team" and "My Big Redneck Vacation."

[11/12/12 - 12:17 PM]
CMT's Return of "Redneck Island" Hosted by Steve Austin Delivers as Network's Highest-Rated Season Premiere in History
CMT spins the numbers for Saturday, November 10.

[10/31/12 - 08:39 AM]
CMT Reveals the New Cast of "Redneck Island," the Ultimate Redneck-Style Competition Series Debuting November 10
Plus: fans can join in the fun as host Steve Austin tweets live during the November 10 premiere via @steveaustinBSR.

[10/15/12 - 08:13 AM]
CMT Lines Up Big Premieres for November with Returning Favorite "Redneck Island" Along with New Series "Chainsaw Gang" and "Big Texas Heat"
Said trio kicks off Saturday, November 10 beginning at 9:00/8:00c.

[05/24/12 - 09:41 AM]
The Ultimate Redneck-Style Competition Series "Redneck Island," Hosted by WWE Superstar Steve Austin, Set to Premiere June 9 on CMT
Look for a special two-hour premiere on said night at 10:00/9:00c.

[05/07/12 - 12:20 PM]
CMT Inks Development Deal With Steve Austin; Taps to Host New Series "Redneck Island"
The redneck-style competition series will debut in June, paired with a second season of "My Big Redneck Vacation."







REDNECK ISLAND (CMT)
BROADCAST HISTORY:
6/9/12 - 3/31/16
STATUS:
canceled/ended (2015-2016 season)
TIME SLOT:
completed airing its current season
SEASON(S):
5 (50 episodes, 0 of which have yet to air)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
a show on hiatus for longer than 12 months - without any news about its future - is assumed to be canceled
DESCRIPTION:
(from CMT's press release, January 2016) CMT has announced the 24 contestants that will compete for the ultimate prize and glory at "Redneck Island: Battle at the Lake," premiering January 28 at 10 p.m., ET/PT. The half-veteran, half-rookie cast will duke it out, with plenty of drama in tow, for the $100,000 cash prize and a chance at the winning title. Also returning as master of ceremonies is wrestling icon Steve Austin, along with new co-host and TV personality Melissa Rycroft. Things heat up fast as an epic showdown between two of the game's toughest competitors will go head-to-head to avoid elimination in the premiere episode. Returning fan-favorites Becky, Bradley, Cody, Heather, Hunter, Jorden, Josh, Lucas, Margaret, Nicole, Riley and Tessa are back with a point to prove and pre-established relationships (and breakups!) that are sure to be tested by the 12 new faces ready to give the veterans a run for their money: Bo, Brittney, Caleb, Connar, Deidre, Dustin, Dutch, Gary, Katie, Kayla, Shane and Tuff.
PRINCIPAL CAST INFORMATION:
· Melissa Rycroft as Host (Season 5- )
· Steve Austin as Host
RECURRING/PREVIOUS CAST INFORMATION:
· Jessie James Decker as Host (Season 4)
CREW INFORMATION:
· Christian Sarabia as EP
· Fred Birkhead as EP
· Jayson Dinsmore as EP (CMT)
· Morgan Selzer as EP (CMT)
· Steve Austin as EP
GENRE(S):
· reality (all)
· reality (competition)
STUDIO INFORMATION:
· 51 Minds Entertainment
· Broken Skull Ranch Productions