Good concept, poorly executed.

In other words,this film is a surreal ride.

A lot of perfectly good film show their cards early, establish a unique premise and let the audience explore a topic at a leisurely pace, without much in terms of surprise. this film is not one of those films.

It really made me laugh, but for some moments I was tearing up because I could relate so much.

Technically / visually it's almost its equal, and in terms of character it's more intimate and introspective. But it's also much slower-paced: if Bear alone faced, say, 10 challenges per episode, with a celebrity guest they face, say, 4. There is also one more problem: too much rappelling. It's thrilling to watch the first few times, but when every single episode has it (though I have missed a couple), it gets repetitive. My favorite episode is probably the one with Vanessa Hudgens - she is extremely likable, and the "screen running" at the end makes for an exciting change-of-pace. For this concept at its freshest, see the "Man Vs. Wild" specials "Fan Vs. Wild" and the one with Jake Gyllenhaal. *** out of 4.

Cmon' lets face it, this show is awesome, there's funny moments but also exciting ones too, Love bear he's great and most of his guests (I should say victims really) give some real funny reactions to some stuff that he does. Shaq's episode killed me a little lmao.

Hai Bear really it is a awesome show , i like this show very much because i like you very much.Really you are a real Hero and i want to see you. Iam crazy about you. Wish You a Very HAPPY BIRTHDAY and God Bless You Have a wonderful year and have a long life with your family. Jesus always with you, be happy. this is my hearty wishes once again a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY. Many more happy returns of the day! Have a fruitful and a joyful year! Stay blessed! Happy birthday!LORD, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill? He that Walker uprightly, and worker righteousness, and speaker the truth in his heart. He that backbiter not with his tongue, nor doth evil to his neighbour, nor taker up a reproach against his neighbour. In whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honorer them that fear the LORD. He that swearer to his own hurt, and changer not. He that putter not out his money to usury, nor taker reward against the innocent. He that doth these things shall never be moved.Psalms 15:1-5 (KJV) HAVE A TRUTHFUL DAY

I was truly skeptic when I saw the trailer for this show. "Get Out Alive with Bear Grylls" was forced. But "Running Wild with Bear Grylls" was toned down and felt much more relaxed. The survival techniques and stunts used felt like something a normal mortal person have any chance to use.The episode with Ben Stiller was genuinely funny. The 4 celebrities I've seen so far have all been interesting and all different. It also helps that Bear Grylls seem to be a sympathetic person.This show has managed to renew the somewhat fatigued survival genre. It's nice to be positively surprised sometimes!