Scratch & Sniff

Genre

Dark Comedy/Reality Competition

Logline

In a world where car enthusiasts and auto painters collide, contestants face off in outrageous challenges that push the limits of creativity and destruction, all while navigating the cringe-worthy consequences of their actions.

Synopsis

Scratch & Sniff is a reality competition series that brings together skilled auto painters, detailers, and car enthusiasts to compete in a series of bizarre and humorous challenges centered around car maintenance and design. Each week, contestants will tackle tasks that require them to create stunning paint jobs, only to have to sabotage their own work in the most outrageous ways possible. From the infamous ‘Gravel Challenge,’ where they must use the dirtiest sponges to scratch their own car creations, to the ‘Blindfolded Detailing’ round, where they must guess the right polish to use while being completely in the dark, the show combines elements of competition, cringe, and comedy. As contestants navigate their own feelings of betrayal toward their beloved cars and each other, they must also engage in witty banter, share their personal stories, and ultimately discover whether the art of auto painting can withstand the test of humor and destruction.

Examples of Content

Contestants create a pristine paint job on a car, then are challenged to use various abrasive materials to ruin their own work while blindfolded.; A ‘Car Confessions’ segment where contestants share their most painful auto mishaps and cringe-worthy moments.; The ‘Ultimate Detailer Showdown,’ where contestants must fix the damage they inflicted in a limited time while racing against the clock.; Fan voting segments where viewers choose the next outrageous challenge, creating an interactive experience.

Rationale

The TikTok video tapped into a unique blend of dark humor and relatable cringe that resonates with car lovers and auto painters alike. The visceral reaction it evoked highlights a shared experience among those who appreciate the craftsmanship behind car painting while also finding humor in the absurdity of destruction. Scratch & Sniff leverages this humor and the emotional connection viewers have with their vehicles to create a competitive format that is both entertaining and engaging. By inviting audiences to witness the delicate balance between artistry and chaos, the show captures the essence of the TikTok phenomenon and translates it into a weekly television event.

Alternative Titles

Auto Anarchy; Car Cringe Challenge; The Painters’ Plight

Alternative Loglines

Watch as auto painters and car enthusiasts navigate a world of hilarious sabotage and creative destruction in a competition that tests their skills and sanity.; Each week, contestants must balance the art of car detailing with the hilarity of self-sabotage, all in the name of humor and competition.; A reality show where the love for cars meets the absurdity of destruction, leading to laugh-out-loud moments and a few emotional breakdowns.

Trend Date

2024-09-16