Series synopsis
Shatner's Raw Nerve is an American talk television series that premiered on Bio. on December 2, 2008. It ended on March 14, 2011. It stars William Shatner.
Shatner's Raw Nerve is a TV program on The Biography Channel. In it, William Shatner sits down with various celebrities and conducts offbeat interviews with them. Some celebrities who have appeared are Tim Allen, Drew Carey, Kelsey Grammer, Walter Koenig, Rush Limbaugh, Judith Sheindlin, "Weird Al" Yankovic, Jenna Jameson, and Leonard Nimoy. It is produced by Scott Sternberg Productions.
Premise
Shatner's Raw Nerve is a TV program on The Biography Channel. In it, William Shatner sits down with various celebrities and conducts offbeat interviews with them. Some celebrities who have appeared are Tim Allen, Drew Carey, Kelsey Grammer, Walter Koenig, Rush Limbaugh, Judith Sheindlin, "Weird Al" Yankovic, Jenna Jameson, and Leonard Nimoy. It is produced by Scott Sternberg Productions.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- William Shatner as Self - Host
Guest cast
- Valerie Bertinelli as Self
- 'Weird Al' Yankovic as Self
- Jenna Jameson as Self
- Tim Allen as Self
- Jimmy Kimmel as Self
- Kelsey Grammer as Self
- Judith Sheindlin as Self
- Leonard Nimoy as Self
- Jon Voight as Self
- Fran Drescher as Self
- Scott Baio as Self
- Drew Carey as Self
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 39 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | December 2, 2008 | February 24, 2009 |
| Season 2 | 13 | December 6, 2009 | February 9, 2010 |
| Season 3 | 13 | January 31, 2011 | March 14, 2011 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Valerie Bertinelli Host, William Shatner has a personal conversation with actress, Valerie Bertinelli. Shatner talks to Bertinelli about her previous marriage to rock and roll superstar Eddie Van Halen, her son Wolfgang and her past addictions to food. Bertinelli shares her outlook on life in her 40's and openly talks about her new boyfriend. |
December 2, 2008 |
| 2 |
Tim Allen Host William Shatner and actor, comedian Tim Allen sits down to discuss raw topics. Shatner learns of Allen's stint with alcoholism, the loss of his father and how he made it in show business after going to prison for cocaine possession. Allen talks about his passion for cars and motorcycles and how he feels like he is finally running his own race in life. |
December 2, 2008 |
| 3 |
Jenna Jameson In an exclusive interview, Host William Shatner has a one-on-one discussion with the world's most famous porn star, Jenna Jameson. Shatner talks to Jameson about the loss of her mother to cancer, her rough upbringing and her fascinating career in the adult entertainment business. Jameson speaks about her newfound passion for PETA and the love of her life, former UFC champion, Tito Ortiz. |
December 9, 2008 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rush Limbaugh | December 6, 2009 |
| 2 | Regis Philbin | December 6, 2009 |
| 3 | Henry Winkler | December 13, 2009 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carol Burnett | January 31, 2011 |
| 2 | Marilu Henner | January 31, 2011 |
| 3 | Rick Springfield | February 7, 2011 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Bio. |
|---|---|
| First aired | December 2, 2008 |
| Last aired | March 14, 2011 |
| Runtime | 30 minutes |
| Status | Ended |