The Kids in the Hall: Comedy Punks
Overview
Through never before-seen archive material, interviews with celebrities, industry insiders, rabid fans and the Kids In The Hall themselves – this documentary tells the wild story of this cult-famous comedy troupe from the 1980s to the present day.
Key Crew
Producer: Nick McKinney, Jennifer Harkness, Laura Michalchyshyn, Michael MacMillan, Reginald Harkema
Director: Reginald Harkema
Top Cast
Dave Foley
Mark McKinney
Scott Thompson
Bruce McCulloch
Kevin McDonald
Seasons
Season 1 (2022)
No overview available.
2 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: The Kids in the Hall: Comedy Punks – Part 1
2022-05-20This episode tracks the troupe from their obscure beginnings at a 1980s punk rock club in Toronto, to their discovery by legendary star-maker Lorne Michaels and through the growing pains of getting their controversial series on the air. Through never before seen archive this episode also reveals the complicated childhoods and life challenges that shaped the troupe’s surreal brand of humour.
Runtime: 48 minEpisode 2: The Kids in the Hall: Comedy Punks – Part 2
2022-05-20The troupe perfect their craft over 5 seasons of their hit series. Taking the logical next step – the troupe tackles a feature film, only to find that personal infighting and creative differences are destined to blow the troupe apart… for a time, at least. Reuniting for a series of successful tours leads the troupe to further TV work and newfound fame with a whole new generation of fans.
Runtime: 48 minVideos
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