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Friday, June 21, 2002

#3 Mr. Show — The funniest TV show of the last decade.


Bob Odenkirk and David Cross were wise enough let their brilliant Mr. Show end on a high note, voluntarily cancelling the show at the height of its popularity. Those who haven't seen this brilliant sketch show now have several opportunities to catch up with the cool kids. The first two seasons are now available on snazzy, new DVD. Those lucky enough to live in the right towns, should seriously consider seeing their touring live show. The live tapings of the episodes were a hoot, much more fun than your typical studio audience experience. Based on their track record, this tour promises to be excellent.

The title of the touring show, Hooray For America was orignally the title of a Mr. Show sketch film. They wound up shooting Run Ronnie Run instead, based on a Cops parody from the first episode. Sadly, New Line has been sitting on the film for ages. The new super-cut is supposed to much improved over the version I saw over a year ago. But never you mind all that. Seek Mr. Show. Bask in the warm glow of comedy goodness.

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