Harsh Realm is a
science fiction television series about humans trapped inside a
virtual reality simulation. It was developed by
Chris Carter, creator of
The X-Files and
Millennium, and began airing on the
FOX Network on October 8, 1999. The series fared poorly in the ratings and was removed from the schedule after just three of its nine episodes had aired. The remaining six episodes premiered on the
FX Network. Repeats of the series began airing Fall 2007 on
CBC Country Canada.
The term "harsh realm" originates from the "
grunge speak"
hoax of 1992, in which it meant 'bummer'.
