T.V. Funhouse

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  • TV-MA
  • 2000
  • 1 Season
  • 7.9  (513)

T.V. Funhouse was a puppet and cartoon variety show that premiered on Comedy Central in 2000. It was created by Saturday Night Live writer Robert Smigel and starred Doug Dale, an animated dog voiced by Smigel. The show was a combination of live-action sketches, puppetry, and animation, with Doug Dale serving as the host and narrator. Throughout each episode, Doug Dale would introduce various segments of the show, which ranged from parodies of children's programming to raunchy adult humor.

One of the most popular segments on the show was the "Ambiguously Gay Duo," which featured animated superheroes Ace and Gary who were often mistaken for being in a homosexual relationship. This segment was later spun off into its own animated series on Saturday Night Live.

Another recurring segment on T.V. Funhouse was "The X-Presidents," which featured puppet versions of former U.S. presidents Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, and George H.W. Bush as superheroes fighting various villains. The segment was notable for its subversive humor and satirical commentary on politics.

In addition to the puppetry and animation, the show also featured live-action sketches, such as "The Anipals," which featured actors in animal costumes parodying children's TV shows.

Another notable aspect of T.V. Funhouse was its use of music, with several segments featuring original songs and musical numbers. The show also included musical guests, such as Eminem and Marilyn Manson.

Despite its popularity, T.V. Funhouse only aired for one season on Comedy Central. Some of the show's content was considered too controversial for mainstream audiences, and parent company Viacom reportedly pressured the network to cancel the series.

In the years since its cancellation, T.V. Funhouse has gained a cult following and is considered a cult classic. Many fans appreciate the show's use of humor to challenge societal norms and push the boundaries of comedy.

In conclusion, T.V. Funhouse was a puppet and cartoon variety show that aired on Comedy Central in 2000. It featured a mix of live-action sketches, puppetry, and animation, with Doug Dale serving as the host and narrator. The show was known for its subversive humor, musical numbers, and notable segments such as "The Ambiguously Gay Duo" and "The X-Presidents." Despite only airing for one season, the show has gained a cult following and is still viewed as a groundbreaking example of subversive humor in mainstream media.

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Seasons
Chinese New Year's Day
8. Chinese New Year's Day
January 24, 2001
As Doug celebrates 'Chinese New Year' on the set, the Anipals volunteer to become lab animals for a cosmetics company. John Ritter and George Wendt guest star.
Astronaut Day
7. Astronaut Day
January 17, 2001
Conclusion of the Anipals' two-part road trip to Atlantic City to see their friend Triumph, the Insult Comic Dog. Joe Frazier, Robert Goulet and Hootie and the Blowfish guest star.
Safari Day
6. Safari Day
January 10, 2001
The Anipals abandon Doug's 'Safari Day' plans for a road trip to Atlantic City to see their friend Triumph perform at the Tropicana.
New Year's Resolutions
5. New Year's Resolutions
January 3, 2001
The Anipals make New Year's resolutions. Included: Hojo wants to learn to play the sax.
Mexicans Day
4. Mexicans Day
December 27, 2000
The Anipals appear on a talk show to help an endangered lizard get laid, leaving Doug to celebrate Mexican Day with his friend the tequila worm. Shorts include: Fetal Scooby Doo,Joe camel's tabacco-free cartoon.
Christmas Episode
3. Christmas Episode
December 20, 2000
On this episode, Doug is down and sad, he feels Christmas is a Hallmark Holiday. The Anipals harness Doug's Christmas cheer.
Hawaiian Day
2. Hawaiian Day
December 13, 2000
Doug chooses 'Western Day' as the show's theme, but the Anipals take off for Tijuana instead. Also: a short on mnemonic devices; the cartoon 'Wonderman.'
Western Day
1. Western Day
December 6, 2000
Doug must wrangle up his own fun when the Anipals ditch him to head for high times south of the border to Tijuana, Chickie engages in a cock fight and gets pecked to a bloody pulp, the Anipals head to a Mexican Bordello, and Mr. Whiskers' sister has kittens, one of them is a puppy. Also Doug tries to guess what Terrance the snake ate. Cartoons: (1.) "Wonderman" a spoof of Superman which features a superhero trying to get his alias laid. (2.) "The Baby, the Immigrant, and the Guy on Mushrooms: Construction Site." Plus a Mnuemonics educational film, and a "Day in the Life of a Police Man" educational video.
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  • Premiere Date
    December 6, 2000
  • IMDB Rating
    7.9  (513)
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