Second City: First Family of Comedy (2006)
Synopsis
Traces the evolution of one of the world's most successful comedy troupes from its humble beginnings as a stage production in Chicago to the hit late-night TV show.
First Air Date: 2006-08-25
Last Air Date: 2006-09-08
Number of Seasons: 1
Number of Episodes: 3
Networks: CBC Television
Top Cast
- Dave Thomas as Self
- Joe Flaherty as Self
- Scott Thompson as Self
- Dan Aykroyd as Self
- Tina Fey as Self
- Alan Arkin as Self
- Mike Myers as Self
- Harold Ramis as Self
- Martin Short as Self
- Jim Belushi as Self
Seasons
Miniseries (2006)
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Episodes:
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Ep. 1: Part One
Dave Thomas traces how a little theatre stage in Chicago launched several generations of famous comedians and revolutionized the world of comedy. We find out what was behind the name "Second City" and who was behind the drive to create comedy that was smart, political, edgy and -- most of all -- improvised.
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Ep. 2: Part Two
Scott Thompson charts the inner workings of SCTV, the television incarnation of Second City known for insane movie parodies and wacky characters that became a hit across North America.
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Ep. 3: Part Three
Joe Flaherty explores how Second City revolutionized the world of comedy by pioneering improvisation. Featuring a cast of comedy greats who got their start with Second City, honing their comedic skills by learning to improvise - including Tina Fey, Alan Arkin, Mike Myers, Martin Short, Patrick McKenna, and Colin Mochrie.
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