Jimmy Kimmel Live! Season 1 Episode 1 Pilot
- January 26, 2003
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5.3 (28)
In the debut episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, titled "Pilot," late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel welcomes viewers to his new show, which will air every weeknight on ABC. Kimmel opens with a humorous monologue, poking fun at current events and television programming.
Throughout the show, Kimmel interviews various guests, including musician Macy Gray and actor Edward Norton. He also takes to the streets to get the opinions of everyday people on various topics, and introduces some of his comedy skits, including a parody of MTV's Cribs.
One of the highlights of the episode is a segment called "Unnecessary Censorship," where Kimmel and his team bleep out seemingly innocent words to make them sound suggestive or vulgar. This popular segment would go on to become a regular feature on the show.
Kimmel also introduces his longtime friend and sidekick, Guillermo Rodriguez, who serves as the show's parking lot security guard and occasional on-air personality. Guillermo's interactions with Kimmel and their guests add a unique comedic element to the show.
The episode ends with Kimmel thanking the audience and promising more laughs and surprises in future episodes. Overall, "Pilot" sets the tone for what would become a successful and long-running late night talk show, with Kimmel's unique brand of humor and irreverence at the forefront.