Upright Citizens Brigade (1998)
America's Funniest Home Videos meets The Twilight Zone.
The Upright Citizens Brigade is an improvisational comedy and sketch comedy group that emerged from Chicago's ImprovOlympic in 1990. The most recent incarnation consists of Matt Besser, Amy Poehler, Ian Roberts, and Matt Walsh. The original incarnation of the group consisted of Besser, Ali Farahnakian, Drew Franklin, Adam McKay, Roberts, Rick Roman, and Horatio Sanz. Other early members included Neil Flynn, Armando Diaz, and Rich Fulcher.
Upright Citizens Brigade: Season 1 - 10 Episode s
1x1 - The Bucket of Truth
August 19, 1998
A Realtor shows a house featuring the "Bucket of Truth" and a "Hot Chicks Room". Also featuring the Unabomber and his Girl Scout friend Cassie.
1x2 - Poo Stick
September 16, 1998
Big Red Cat gets harassed by a poo stick while performing mini-movies.
1x3 - Saigon Suicide Show
September 30, 1998
In an attempt to destabilize society by eradicating prejudice, the UCB host a benefit featuring the Saigon Suicide Squad.
1x4 - Power Marketing
September 2, 1998
"Power Marketing" guru Duke reveals the secret of his success: a new brain. Also, a new recruit is hired in the hyperminimalist office building, and the secret of the ass pennies is revealed.
1x5 - Children's Revolution
September 9, 1998
A pro-union puppet show at the elementary school incites one boy to stand up to his bullying school-bus driver.
1x6 - The Story of the Toad
August 26, 1998
People use the heartwarming story of the toad to bring meaning to their lives.
1x7 - Lady of The Lake
October 7, 1998
A frat guy dates the Lady of the Lake, who bores him with the story of how she once presented King Arthur with Excalibur.
1x8 - Time Machine
October 14, 1998
Andy goes back in time to play cards with Jesus and President Truman.
1x9 - Cyborgs
October 21, 1998
The UCB's cyborg project goes wrong.
1x10 - The Little Donny Foundation
October 28, 1998
Little Donny has a giant penis....but doesn't know it.
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