"Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County" is a reality television series that premiered in 2004. The show follows the lives of a group of teenagers living in the coastal city of Laguna Beach, California. It highlights their friendships, relationships, and the challenges they face while growing up in a picturesque beach town. The series is known for its stunning visuals of Laguna Beach's beaches and landscapes, as well as its portrayal of the social dynamics among the cast. It served as a precursor to other reality shows, influencing the genre and contributing to the popularity of reality television in the early 2000s.