Dane Cook's Tourgasm

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  • TV-MA
  • 2006
  • 1 Season
  • 5.2  (533)

Dane Cook's Tourgasm is a hilarious and insightful documentary-style show that follows the journey of comedian Dane Cook and three of his closest friends as they embark on their first national comedy tour. The show was filmed in 2005 and aired on HBO in 2006. The tour takes the group across the United States, performing in front of sold-out crowds and encountering a wide range of experiences along the way.

The four comedians at the heart of the show are Dane Cook, Jay Davis, Gary Gulman, and Robert Kelly. Dane Cook is the leader of the pack, a charismatic and energetic comedian who has made a name for himself on the stand-up circuit. Jay Davis is his best friend and opening act, Gary Gulman is his roommate and a fellow comedian, and Robert Kelly rounds out the crew.

The show offers a unique look at the world of stand-up comedy and the challenges that come with being a touring performer. The group faces a variety of obstacles on their journey, from equipment malfunctions to rough crowds and even unexpected weather conditions. Along the way, they also experience some of the highs and lows of life on the road, from late-night parties to long hours spent driving from one gig to the next.

Despite the challenges they face, the group remains tightly knit and supportive of one another throughout the tour. They share stories, offer advice, and provide each other with constant feedback and encouragement. Their genuine camaraderie is a key element of the show, and viewers will find themselves rooting for them as they navigate the ups and downs of the tour.

Throughout the show, Dane Cook and his fellow comedians offer some great insights into the world of stand-up comedy. They discuss the creative process behind crafting a new set, the dynamics of performing in front of a live audience, and the importance of maintaining a consistent work ethic. They also delve into some of the more controversial aspects of the comedy world, such as what it means to be politically correct and how to navigate the tricky waters of humor that might be deemed offensive.

One of the most interesting aspects of the show is how it gives viewers a glimpse into the personalities and backstories of each of the comedians. Dane Cook, for example, discusses his childhood and how it shaped his sense of humor, while Jay Davis opens up about his struggles with addiction. Gary Gulman talks about his experiences traveling abroad, and Robert Kelly shares some of the challenges he faced when he first started out in the industry.

Overall, Dane Cook's Tourgasm is a highly entertaining and insightful look into the world of stand-up comedy. It offers viewers a unique behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lives of touring comedians, and provides some great insights into what it takes to make it in this highly competitive industry. Whether you're a fan of Dane Cook or simply enjoy a good laugh, this show is definitely worth checking out.

Dane Cook's Tourgasm is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (9 episodes). The series first aired on June 11, 2006.

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Curtain Call
9. Curtain Call
August 6, 2006
In the series finale, Dane and the boys take on a new adventure: Fighter Pilot for a Day school. It's terrifying--and nauseating--but reliving the tour afterward is hilarious, especially with highlights like Jay's porn-filled hotel bill! They conclude that 'Tourgasm' has left them better friends--with most of their dignity and internal organs intact.
Back in the Day
8. Back in the Day
July 30, 2006
With 'Tourgasm' in the can, Dane, Gary, Bobby and Jay turn back the clock to share details on how they started out, how they met, and how they overcame (in some cases) initial animosity to become true friends. This edition features plenty of revealing home movies and photos, including early comedy-club performances by each comic; home documentaries starring Dane's mom; a pantomimed performance special by a young Dane shot while taking a break at a pizzeria; an eye-opening look at how the comic's sense of fashion, hair and comedy has evolved through the years; and more. The episode concludes with Dane reading a graduation letter he'd written, at the request of his high-school writing teacher, to his biggest fan and best friend: Dane Cook.
Beginning of the End
7. Beginning of the End
July 23, 2006
Before a gig at the University of Massachusetts, the boys unwind with a game of miniature golf. Gary prevails, prompting Dane to deadpan, 'It's one of the few times in my life I wish I was Gary.' After the evening performance--the second-to-last 'Tourgasm' show--the bus heads through Boston and on to Arlington High School, where Dane, a graduate, is hailed as a conquering hero. Standing again on the auditorium stage where he first performed, Dane gets emotional and reflective, realizing his career has come full circle. The utopia of his return is dulled the next day, when he must pack up his stuff before the tour ends. The final show, at Boston University, brings out the best in the comics--as well as plenty of good vibes at completing such a memorable journey.
Competitively Speaking
6. Competitively Speaking
July 16, 2006
In Charlottesville, VA, the boys compete in a game of indoor paintball that ends with the ultracompetitive Dane accusing Jay of foul play. Later, Dane's dizzy spell fuels speculation that the show at the University of Virginia will be cancelled, but Gary's 'perfect' set, combined with the crowd's overwhelming support, pull the star through. Dane's competitive juices flow again during a heated poker game, followed by an exhilarating white-water rafting trip near Richmond. The tour then heads north to familiar territory: Massachusetts, where some frenetic 'original' fans at Fitchburg College welcome home their comedic hero.
Determined and Injured
5. Determined and Injured
July 9, 2006
Despite concerns about his injured leg and limited mobility, Bobby performs at Syracuse University. The tour then winds its way through New York City and Philadelphia, where a clueless van driver nearly causes the boys to miss a live TV appearance. In Baltimore, Gary relives one of his darkest moments: last night's heckle-ridden show. The bad vibes are only slightly mitigated by a 45-minute trip to a crab restaurant, where the consensus is that the meat just wasn't worth the work. Dane shows off his internet acumen to Jay, then spearheads a Terrapin prank on the injury-prone Bobby, who's been at the dentist after shattering a tooth on a crab shell. The boys' luck turns in University Park, PA, where they play the tour's biggest gig to some 7,500 raucous Penn State fans. Afterwards, Dane admits that this was one of those highlights when he can say 'I've made it.'
The Best of Times...
4. The Best of Times...
July 2, 2006
Day 15. Dane and the guys arrive at Kent State University (Ohio) for Tourgasm's first show without Gary, who is rumored to be in L.A. with his girlfriend. Despite Gary's absence, not to mention Bobby and Jay's backstage bickering, the show is a killer, with Dane getting a standing ovation on a rock-concert scale. The next day, heading towards Syracuse, NY, the boys play a game of garment-tossing at Niagara Falls, then pair off for the 'Campground Gravel Pit Bowl'--a heated touch-football game that ends with Bobby in the hospital with a badly injured knee. Will he be able to continue performing? Only time will tell.
The United States of Insanity
3. The United States of Insanity
June 25, 2006
Dane's latest malady (a nasty cold), combined with a Madison Square Garden commitment, detours him from Chicago to New York for a quick visit with his doctor. The multiple-medication therapy works wonders--but will Dane make it back to Central Michigan University in time for the gig? On Day 12, Bobby follows Dane to the doctor in Kalamazoo, and the boys play ice hockey before a show at Western Michigan U. Later, in Cincinnati, Dane pouts after losing a go-cart race to Bobby, but recovers when his girlfriend arrives for some TLC before a Day 13 gig at Xavier.
Working It Out
2. Working It Out
June 18, 2006
Outside Bozeman, Montana, on Day 5, the comedy posse saddles up at a dude ranch. Next stop is New Orleans (pre-Katrina), where Jay tests out a new joke at Tulane University, to decidedly mixed results. Later, Dane and Bobby figure out how to lose a couple of female suitors on Bourbon Street.
The First Laugh
1. The First Laugh
June 11, 2006
Stand-up star Dane Cook and three fellow comics--Jay Davis, Robert 'Bobby' Kelly and Gary Gulman--set out on a customized bus from Burbank, CA (destination: Boston, MA) on a 30-day, 20-gig, sold-out 'Tourgasm' of America. Highlights include: a rib-crunching scooter fall that nearly sidelines the headliner for the premier show at Sonoma State University; the first of many heated arguments between Jay and Bobby, this time over the fact that Jay won't join in the group's porn chats; a fish-tossing diversion with cutting consequences for Gary; and a trip up the Space Needle in Seattle before hitting the stage at Washington State University on Day 3.
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Where to Watch Dane Cook's Tourgasm
Dane Cook's Tourgasm is available for streaming on the HBO website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Dane Cook's Tourgasm on demand at Max, Amazon Prime, Amazon, HBO NOW, Vudu, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    June 11, 2006
  • IMDB Rating
    5.2  (533)