Reality TV fans, buckle up: Todd and Julie Chrisley are officially returning to cameras — and this time, it’s more jaw-dropping than ever. After their very public legal drama,

prison sentences, and highly controversial pardon, Lifetime is rolling out The Chrisleys: Back to Reality, a raw, unfiltered docu‑series that shows the Chrisley family rebuilding life —

and reputation — from the ground up.

What’s the New Show About?

This isn’t just a reunion special or a fluffy “welcome home.” The Chrisleys: Back to Reality is made to chronicle the entire emotional roller coaster: from Todd and Julie’s time behind bars, to their eventual pardon, and their emotional return to family life. Expect tearful reunions, candid confessions, and secrets laid bare.

Lifetime’s trailer dives right in — calling out everything from Todd’s prison cell phone calls to the complicated family dynamics with adult children Savannah, Chase, Grayson, Chloe … even Nanny Faye returns. For the first time on camera, we’ll also meet Julie’s parents, Harvey and Pam, adding a generational layer to the Chrisley origin story.

Todd hasn’t lost that signature humor, either — in one viral moment from the trailer, he quips he wants out of prison “before I need a facelift.” But beneath the sass lies a serious quest for redemption, closure, and a chance to “set the record straight.”

When & How to Watch

Mark your calendars: The Chrisleys: Back to Reality premieres in a major two-night event on Lifetime:

• Part 1: September 1, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET
• Part 2: September 2, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET
• After that, episodes air weekly on Tuesdays through September 16.

If you don’t have cable, no worries — you can stream it live or on demand via platforms that carry Lifetime, including YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and others.

Why This Matters — The Real Story Behind the Headlines

This is more than reality TV comeback: it’s the Chrisleys’ redemption narrative. After their 2022 convictions for bank fraud and tax evasion — Todd got 12 years, Julie 7 — the couple was granted a full pardon in May 2025 by President Donald Trump. The new Lifetime show will document all of that, giving fans an unflinching look at what life is like after the headline-making moments.

According to exec producers, this series was designed to show “a side of the Chrisleys that has never been seen before” — from broken trust to fierce loyalty, “scandal to redemption.”

Their daughter Savannah confirmed that filming started “literally the night we got home” from prison, promising viewers full access to the fallout, the family reunions, and their real emotions.

What the Critics and Fans Are Saying

Reactions are split. Some fans are desperate to see how Todd and Julie rebuild and claim their story. Others are calling it a “self‑pity fest,” arguing that after everything, this might just be another bid for sympathy — or viewers. Either way, the chatter is fierce.

As one Reddit commenter put it: “They got out of one prison just to go into the next … Reality TV.” But according to Savannah, this show isn’t about forgiveness — it’s about truth, healing, and, yes, a second chance.