Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Chrisley Family's Reality Show Return Amidst Legal Troubles
The Chrisley family, known for their reality show, faced serious legal trouble.
Todd and Julie Chrisley were found guilty of financial crimes and went to prison.
While they were in prison, a new show was being made about their lives.
Then, President Donald Trump gave them a pardon, which meant they were free.
The new show, "The Chrisleys: Back to Reality," shows how the family dealt with the parents being in prison and what happened when they got out.
The show includes footage from the family and the show's crew to capture their emotional experience.
The family hopes to show the truth of their lives, including the good, the bad, and everything in between.
Todd and Julie Chrisley were convicted of fraud and tax evasion in 2019.
They were released from prison following a presidential pardon from Donald Trump.
A new reality series, "The Chrisleys: Back to Reality," documents their return to life after prison.
The show captures both the logistical challenges and emotional experiences of the family.
The series includes the family's viewpoints and offers a blend of reality and documentary styles.
- Who
- Todd and Julie Chrisley, their family, and reality show producers
- What
- The return of the Chrisley family to a reality show following Todd and Julie's prison release and a presidential pardon.
- When
- Production began after a presidential pardon in May 2024. The show premiered on September 1, 2024.
- Where
- Pensacola, FL; Lexington, KY; and near Nashville. Filming took place across multiple locations.
- Why
- To document the Chrisley family's experience after the parents' release from prison and the impact of legal issues.
- Event
- Release of Todd and Julie Chrisley from prison
- Series Title
- The Chrisleys: Back to Reality
- Charges
- Conspiracy to commit bank fraud, wire fraud, and tax evasion
- Release Date
- September 1, 2024
- Network
- Lifetime
- Pardon
- Granted by Donald Trump