Watch The City
- 2009
- 2 Seasons
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5.1 (1,281)
The City was a reality television show that aired on MTV from 2008 to 2010. The show was a spin-off of the popular series, The Hills. Although The Hills centered around Lauren Conrad, The City followed Whitney Port, a former intern at Teen Vogue, as she tried to make it in New York City's fashion industry. The show showcased the glamorous and fast-paced life of New York City through the eyes of young professionals. Whitney, who had recently moved to the city from Los Angeles, landed a job working for Diane von Furstenberg. Throughout the show, viewers got to see her navigate her new job and her personal life. One of the main storylines of the show was Whitney's relationship with her long-time boyfriend, Jay. The two struggled to make their long-distance relationship work while Whitney was living in New York and Jay was still in Los Angeles. Throughout the show, viewers got to see the ups and downs of their relationship, and whether or not they could make it work. Another major storyline of the show was Whitney's friendship with socialite and fashion icon, Olivia Palermo. The two worked together at Diane von Furstenberg, but their friendship was tested when Olivia began to undermine Whitney's work and tried to steal her ideas. Throughout the show, their friendship remained rocky, and viewers were left wondering if they would ever reconcile. The show also introduced several other characters, including Erin, a fellow intern at Diane von Furstenberg, and Roxy, Whitney's new roommate and friend. Erin and Whitney quickly bonded over their shared experience as interns, but their friendship was tested when Whitney was promoted to a higher position than Erin. On the other hand, Roxy's arrival in the city brought a lot of drama, as she clashed with both Whitney and Olivia. As the show progressed, several celebrity guests made appearances, including Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis, Chris Noth, and Kyle MacLachlan from Sex and the City. Other notable guest stars included Ron Livingston, Bridget Moynahan, Blair Underwood, and Mikhail Baryshnikov. Throughout the show, viewers were given a glimpse into the fashion industry in New York City, as Whitney attended fashion shows and events and worked on her own line of clothing. The show also highlighted the challenges of being a young professional in a big city, including dating, making new friends, and navigating the cut-throat world of fashion. One of the most memorable moments of the show was when Whitney received a job offer to work for Diane von Furstenberg in London. The opportunity was a dream come true for Whitney, but it also meant leaving behind her boyfriend, Jay, and her friends in New York. The season ended with Whitney packing her bags and saying goodbye to her old life, leaving viewers wondering what would happen next. Overall, The City was a captivating reality television show that explored the life of a young professional in New York City's fashion industry. Whitney's journey through her career and personal life was entertaining to watch, and the addition of guest stars from Sex and the City only added to the show's appeal. Although the show only ran for two seasons, it remains a beloved part of MTV's programming history.
