Crime and disappearance shows dominated network tv from 2000-2010 and is reflective of the period's art. Local media along with show-creators capitalized off of an older generation's fascination with murder and crime. Embarrassment is a younger generation's horror. Cringe compilations and memes make light of a younger generation's fascination with awkwardness.

Mentions: CSI, Snapped, Terrifier, the Office, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Parks and Rec