Ep 3. Puppy Dog Ice-T
- TV14
- October 10, 2012
- 20 min
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7.6 (233)
In season 2 episode 3 of Key & Peele, titled "Puppy Dog Ice-T", viewers are in for a treat as the comedic duo takes on a variety of hilarious skits. The opening skit sees Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele playing two gangsters tasked with taking care of an adorable puppy. However, when the puppy's owner fails to pay up, the two men must come up with a plan to keep the dog without getting caught.
Next up, viewers are transported to a fake reality tv show called "Kooky Courtroom". Key plays the judge and Peele is the defendant, a man accused of stealing candy from a baby. The absurd trial showcases the duo's superb physical comedy as they navigate the ridiculousness of the situation.
The third skit is a politically-themed sketch, featuring Peele as President Obama and Key as his inner voice. As Obama prepares to give a speech, his anxiety and lack of confidence are heightened by the naysaying voice in his head. The skit takes a hilarious turn when the tables are turned and Obama's inner voice becomes his biggest cheerleader.
In another skit, Key and Peele tackle the issue of racial profiling in a satirical commercial for a new product: the "Shawshank Injustice System". The over-the-top ad pokes fun at the justice system while also shedding light on the very real issue of racial bias in law enforcement.
The final skit of the episode sees Key and Peele playing a pair of janitors in a small town middle school. When the two men overhear a student talking about their plans to blow up the school, they must come up with a plan to stop the potential tragedy. The skit is full of suspense and dark humor, making for a memorable ending to the episode.
Overall, "Puppy Dog Ice-T" is a standout episode of Key & Peele that showcases the dynamic range of the show's comedy and proves why the duo remains one of the most beloved comedy teams in recent memory.