10 Shows and Movies Similar to House Hunters (1999)

Description: Similar to House Hunters, Property Brothers focuses on home buying and renovation, blending real estate hunting with transformation. The show follows the Scott brothers as they help clients find fixer-uppers and renovate them, much like the decision-making process in House Hunters.

Fact: Drew and Jonathan Scott are twin brothers. The show has spawned multiple spin-offs. It airs in over 150 countries.

Description: Shares House Hunters' real estate focus but with more emphasis on the financial and renovation aspects of flipping houses. The property evaluation process is similar to House Hunters' home tours.

Fact: Hosted by a then-married couple. Features risky financial investments. Has multiple spin-offs.

Description: While focusing on tiny homes, this show shares House Hunters' core theme of finding the perfect home. The exploration of different small space solutions mirrors House Hunters' property comparisons.

Fact: Features extreme downsizing. Showcases creative space solutions. Reflects minimalist living trends.

Description: This show shares House Hunters' real estate and renovation focus, though with more celebrity involvement. The property transformation aspect and home evaluation process are similar.

Fact: Hosted by rapper Vanilla Ice. Focuses on high-end Florida properties. Showcases luxury renovations.

Description: Like House Hunters, this show features home transformations, but with a stronger focus on small-town charm and community. The property selection and renovation process follows a similar satisfying narrative arc.

Fact: Set in Laurel, Mississippi. Hosted by a husband-wife team. Emphasizes local craftsmanship.

Description: A direct spin-off of House Hunters, this show maintains the same format but with properties located outside the United States. The cultural aspects of international home buying add an extra layer to the familiar format.

Fact: Features homes in over 80 countries. Often highlights cultural differences in housing. One of HGTV's most popular shows.

Description: While focusing on outdoor spaces, this show shares House Hunters' makeover appeal and property improvement theme. The surprise renovation element provides similar viewer satisfaction.

Fact: Features ambush-style makeovers. Often at home improvement stores. Has multiple 'Crashers' spin-offs.

Description: This show shares House Hunters' theme of home decision-making, presenting homeowners with a choice between renovating their current home or moving to a new one. The format of exploring different properties is very similar.

Fact: Filmed in Canada. Features two hosts with opposing views. Has a UK version.

Description: Shares House Hunters' focus on home improvement, though with more emphasis on historical preservation. The property selection and transformation process has similar appeal to House Hunters viewers.

Fact: Host Nicole Curtis specializes in historic homes. Often works in Detroit. Emphasizes preservation over demolition.

Description: Like House Hunters, this show involves home transformation, though with more focus on renovation. The property selection process and the 'before and after' reveal share similarities with House Hunters' format.

Fact: Made Chip and Joanna Gaines famous. Set in Waco, Texas. Inspired a Magnolia brand empire.