About Intervention

Intervention is a powerful and gripping television series which debuted on A&E on March 6, 2005. This American documentary series focuses on the lives of individuals struggling with addiction and the impact it has on their friends and families. Each episode follows a specific individual as they battle their addiction, leading up to an intervention conducted by family and friends, with the help of a professional interventionist, to persuade the addict to go into treatment.

Making / Production

Intervention is produced by GRB Entertainment, known for their reality-based programming. The show has a unique format where the subject believes they are being filmed for a documentary on their addiction. However, the actual reality is an upcoming intervention that is generally organized by one of America's top interventionists.

Actors

• Jeff VanVonderen - One of the interventionists on the show. His empathetic approach to helping those struggling with addiction has made him a fan favorite.
• Candy Finnigan - Candy is a professional interventionist who has been with the show since its inception. She is known for her firm, but loving technique.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show was originally cancelled in 2013 but was then brought back in 2015 due to popular demand.
• Many episodes are filmed in Canada to avoid American health insurance constraints.

Awards

In 2009, Intervention won the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Reality Program, highlighting its impact on viewers and its high-quality production.

Quotes

• "My addiction has no respect for me or for you." - anonymous addict.
• "Addiction is a devastating disease, but it can be treated. We're here to help." - Jeff VanVonderen.

Music, Soundtrack

• "Five Steps" by The Davenports – used as the theme song for Intervention since its inception.