The Apprentice (franchise)

The Apprentice is a reality talent game show franchise that originally aired in 2004 in the United States.

Created by Mark Burnett, the show depicts contestants from around the country with various professional backgrounds in an elimination-style competition to become an apprentice to a businessman. The show was originally hosted by Donald Trump, who was also one of the producers. Burnett developed the show after previous success in bringing Survivor to the United States. Since its premiere, The Apprentice has spawned several licensed international versions as well as unlicensed imitations.