Shows Like MTV Video Music Awards

If you liked MTV Video Music Awards (1984), a talk series, here are 20 shows with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

1
Kids' Choice Awards (1987)
★ 8.8/10Also talk
Honoring the year's biggest in television, film, music, and sports as voted by viewers worldwide of Nickelodeon networks. Winners receive a hollow orange blimp figurine which also functions as a kaleidoscope.
2
The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019)
★ 6.3/10Also talk
Kelly Clarkson presents the biggest newsmakers and names in film, television and music; as well as emerging new talent and everyday people who are beacons of hope in their communities.
3
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (1999)
★ 6.3/10Also talk
American version of the tense gameshow where contestants tackle a series of multiple-choice questions to win large cash prizes.
4
The Dick Cavett Show (1968)
★ 6.8/10Also talk
The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks.
5
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962)
★ 7.6/10Also talk
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight Show franchise from 1962 to 1992. It originally aired during late-night. For its first ten years, Carson's Tonight Show…
6
8 Out of 10 Cats (2005)
★ 7.2/10Also talk
A weekly, topical panel show based around a huge series of opinion poll surveys carried out around Britain.
7
StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson (2015)
★ 6.7/10Also talk
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson brings together celebrities, scientists and comedians to explore a variety of cosmic topics and collide pop culture with science in a way that late-night television has never seen before…
8
Cobra Kai: Inside the Dojo (2024)
★ 8.9/10Also talk
Go behind the scenes with the cast and creators of "Cobra Kai" as they break down the action and surprises awaiting fans in Season 6 — the series finale.
9
Crisis Aftermath (2019)
★ 8.1/10Also talk
Join Kevin Smith as he takes you into one of the greatest crossover events in television history.
10
Michael McIntyre's Big Show (2016)
★ 7.1/10Also talk
Big laughs, big stars and big surprises. Michael's up to mischief with a host of celeb guests, whether they're willing or not. It's feelgood family fun.
11
The Big Narstie Show (2018)
★ 4.3/10Also talk
Grime legend and social media sensation Big Narstie hosts an anarchic studio show along with his co-host, and the hottest comedian in town, Mo Gilligan.
12
The Live Lounge Show (2017)
Also talk
Clara Amfo takes us behind the scenes of Radio 1's Live Lounge - the biggest live studio showcase in the world.
13
The Annie Awards (2005)
Also talk
Established by June Foray in 1972, the Annie Awards have become animation’s highest honor. The Annies are dedicated to celebrating distinguished members of our community, past and present, and to recognize the best…
14
The Night Before the Night (2002)
Also talk
An annual Christmas show aired on December 23rd in Norway. The hosts varies from year to year, but the goal is always the same: To get you in the Christmas spirit. It is one of Norway's most viewed shows.
15
Electrical tape Live (2020)
★ 5/10Also talk
Every day we have new interesting guests and the most relevant topics. We stream and discuss important issues with guests. We tell you how to perceive the news correctly so that you do not panic and live in pleasure…
16
Bled Music (1991)
★ 10/10Also talk
"Bled Music" is an Algerian musical television program broadcast on ENTV between 1991 and 1992. directed by Aziz Smati and presented by Kamel Dynamite, Farid Rockeur and Samia Benkherroubi. The show, with its…
17
Live from E! (2002)
★ 3.7/10Also talk
The pre-show to the major award shows that airs on E! Entertainment Television. Live From the Red Carpet covers celebrity arrivals and gets you right up for a first-row seat to see the stars and all the excitement with…
18
VH1 Top 20 Video Countdown (2003)
★ 7.3/10Also talk
VH1 Top 20 Video Countdown is a weekly television show on the VH1 cable television network in the United States. The long-running series began in 1994 as the VH1 Top 10 Countdown, as part of VH1's "Music First"…
19
Singderella (2016)
Also talk
South Korean variety show where the cast and their special guests battle it out through a karaoke singing competition, the winning performers are rewarded with the ingredients needed to make late night snacks.
20
Late Night Big Breakfast (2014)
★ 10/10Also talk
NZ's first and only live, rather pre-recorded 'as live', late night but closer to prime time, highly scripted yet impromptu breakfast entertainment show.