Upright Citizens Brigade
★ 7.5 · 1998 · 30m · Comedy
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.
Episodes
1. The Bucket of Truth30m · 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.
2. Poo Stick30m · Big Red Cat gets harassed by a poo stick while performing mini-movies.
3. Saigon Suicide Show30m · In an attempt to destabilize society by eradicating prejudice, the UCB host a benefit featuring the Saigon Suicide Squad.
4. Power Marketing30m · "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.
5. Children's Revolution30m · A pro-union puppet show at the elementary school incites one boy to stand up to his bullying school-bus driver.
6. The Story of the Toad30m · People use the heartwarming story of the toad to bring meaning to their lives.
7. Lady of The Lake30m · A frat guy dates the Lady of the Lake, who bores him with the story of how she once presented King Arthur with Excalibur.
8. Time Machine30m · Andy goes back in time to play cards with Jesus and President Truman.
9. Cyborgs30m · The UCB's cyborg project goes wrong.
10. The Little Donny Foundation30m · Little Donny has a giant penis....but doesn't know it.More Like This
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