Ep 2. The Cast of The Good Place: Kristen Bell; William Jackson Harper; Jameela Jamil; D'Arcy Carden; Manny Jacinto

In the second episode of Conan's ninth season, host Conan O'Brien welcomes the cast of the hit NBC comedy series, "The Good Place." Joining Conan on the couch are Kristen Bell, who plays the lovable and quirky Eleanor Shellstrop; William Jackson Harper, who portrays the intellectuals and anxious Chidi Anagonye; Jameela Jamil, who play the materialistic and prideful Tahani Al-Jamil; D'Arcy Carden, who embodies the robotic personal assistant Janet; and Manny Jacinto, who brings to life the lovable and dim-witted Jason Mendoza.

The episode starts off on a hilarious note, with Conan presenting a brief segment that showcases some of the weirdest and most absurd moments from "The Good Place"'s previous seasons. The audience is treated to scenes featuring fart jokes, puns, and witty one-liners from the show, all accompanied by Conan's signature deadpan delivery and comedic timing.

After the brief introduction, the cast of "The Good Place" joins Conan on stage, where they chat about the show, their experiences working together, and the hijinks they get up to behind the scenes. Kristen Bell talks about how much she loves playing Eleanor, and how the character has evolved over the course of the series. William Jackson Harper reveals that while Chidi is his favorite character in the show, he was initially nervous about portraying him, given that Chidi is based off one of the show's creators, Michael Schur. Jameela Jamil talks about how much she enjoys playing Tahani, a character so different from herself, and how she had to learn to master an English accent to play the role.

D'arcy Carden speaks about the challenges of playing Janet, a character who is supposed to be emotionless and robotic, but still manages to convey so much humor and heart. Manny Jacinto, meanwhile, talks about how important it is for him to bring a sense of authenticity and innocence to the character of Jason, and how he tries to infuse the character with his own personal experiences and quirks.

Throughout the episode, Conan and the cast of "The Good Place" engage in a variety of segments and games, including a hilarious game where the cast members have to guess which of their colleagues tweeted a particular message, and a segment where they have to improvise scenes based on random prompts and scenarios. The chemistry and camaraderie between the cast members is evident throughout the episode, and the audience can't help but be swept up in the fun and excitement of it all.

By the end of the episode, it's clear why "The Good Place" has become such a beloved and critically acclaimed comedy. The show's combination of wit, heart, and absurdity is the perfect antidote to the stresses and anxieties of everyday life, and the cast's incredible chemistry and talent make it a joy to watch. Fans of the show will love this episode, which offers a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes world of one of the most successful and beloved comedies on television today.