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★ 7.6

Season 1 - Best Episodes Of Comedy Bang! Bang!

Overall Rating: ★ 7.6

Season 1 - Best Episodes Of Comedy Bang! Bang!

(Overall Rating: ★ 7.6)

Episode Ratings & Analysis

Explore season 1 episodes of Comedy Bang! Bang!. Explore detailed ratings, episode summaries, and visualize how the show's quality evolved over time.

Based on Scott Aukerman’s popular podcast of the same name, COMEDY BANG! BANG! cleverly riffs on the well-known format of the late night talk show, infusing celebrity appearances and comedy sketches with a tinge of the surreal. In each episode, Aukerman engages his guests with unfiltered and improvisational lines of questioning, punctuated by banter and beats provided by bandleader, one-man musical mastermind Reggie Watts, to reinvent the traditional celebrity interview. Packed with character cameos, filmic shorts, sketches and games set amongst an off-beat world, COMEDY BANG! BANG! delivers thirty minutes of absurd laugh-loaded fun featuring some of the biggest names in comedy.

Based on Scott Aukerman’s popular podcast of the same name, COMEDY BANG! BANG! cleverly riffs on the well-known format of the late night talk show, infusing celebrity appearances and comedy sketches with a tinge of the surreal. In each episode, Aukerman engages his guests with unfiltered and improvisational lines of questioning, punctuated by banter and beats provided by bandleader, one-man musical mastermind Reggie Watts, to reinvent the traditional celebrity interview. Packed with character cameos, filmic shorts, sketches and games set amongst an off-beat world, COMEDY BANG! BANG! delivers thirty minutes of absurd laugh-loaded fun featuring some of the biggest names in comedy.

5 Seasons
110 Episodes
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Overall Rating

★ 7.6
S1 E6
#1
★ 8.4

Paul Rudd Wears a Red Lumberjack Flannel Shirt

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes guest Paul Rudd, and discovers they both have a love of mime. The inventor of the adorable Crowpoke robot attempts to repair it when it breaks down. Huell Howser becomes fascinated by Scott, bandleader Reggie Watts, and everything else. A man who should be dead tells the harrowing tale of how he lost his arm. Scott leads his guests in the game "Ring it or Ding It".

S1 E7
#2
★ 8.3

Ed Helms Wears a Grey Shirt & Brown Boots

Host Scott Aukerman invites guest Ed Helms to display his banjo prowess and make animal noises. Bob Ducca stops by to complain about his ailments. Bandleader Reggie Watts notices that the studio floor is covered with rat traps. All enjoy an energetic performance by the infamous daredevil Level Knevel. Scott hosts the game "Where Are They Going?"

S1 E8
#3
★ 8.3

Elizabeth Banks Wears a Red Dress

When his guest Elizabeth Banks says the word of the day, host Scott Aukerman is forced to take action. While Scott nervously interviews a famous critic who is reviewing the show, a teamster interrupts to invite bandleader Reggie Watts and Scott on a "mind vacation". Smooth Jazz legend Barry R drops in to perform. Scott hosts a round of his game "What Do These Initials Stand For?"

S1 E10
#4
★ 8.3

Weird Al Yankovic Wears a Hawaiian Shirt

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes guest "Weird Al" Yankovic, who smashes all musical conventions. Tenacious D stops by to play a new song. Scott and bandleader Reggie Watts use their new greenscreen technology, with disastrous results.The Potato Chip Woman visits to share the highlights of her incredible collection. Also, Reggie makes Scott a sandwich.

S1 E4
#5
★ 8.2

Michael Cera Wears a Blue Denim Shirt & Red Pants

Michael Cera registers his regret about missing out on his dream role.

S1 E3
#6
★ 8.0

Jon Hamm Wears a Light Blue Shirt & Silver Watch

A film student directs a segment with guest Jon Hamm. Also: a visit from a man who eats bicycles.

S1 E9
#7
★ 8.0

Adam Scott Wears a Red Oxford Shirt & Jeans

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes television star Adam Scott to discuss his workout regimen, but they are interrupted by a surprise visit from a Magic Window. Andrew Lloyd Webber stops by to promote his latest theater project. Bandleader Reggie Watts has his feelings hurt and abandons the show in search of a better life. Scott hosts his guests in a round of his popular game, "What Are They Eating?"

S1 E5
#8
★ 7.9

Seth Rogen Wears a Plaid Shirt & Brown Pants

Host Scott Aukerman interviews Seth Rogen about his recent vacation. Scott uses his psychic powers to listen in on people's most private thoughts. The world's top child bird caller visits and performs. Bandleader Reggie Watts interrupts the show to paint a portrait of Scott. Scott leads everyone in the game "What's Their Ailment?"

S1 E1
#9
★ 7.7

Zach Galifianakis Wears a Blue Jacket & Red Socks

Comic Zach Galifianakis discusses his place in the pantheon of comic actors and talking dogs.

S1 E2
#10
★ 7.6

Amy Poehler Wears a Black Jacket & Grey Pants

Comic Amy Poehler discusses her hair and her feud with Mad Magazine.

S1 E2
#1
★ 7.6

Amy Poehler Wears a Black Jacket & Grey Pants

Comic Amy Poehler discusses her hair and her feud with Mad Magazine.

S1 E1
#2
★ 7.7

Zach Galifianakis Wears a Blue Jacket & Red Socks

Comic Zach Galifianakis discusses his place in the pantheon of comic actors and talking dogs.

S1 E5
#3
★ 7.9

Seth Rogen Wears a Plaid Shirt & Brown Pants

Host Scott Aukerman interviews Seth Rogen about his recent vacation. Scott uses his psychic powers to listen in on people's most private thoughts. The world's top child bird caller visits and performs. Bandleader Reggie Watts interrupts the show to paint a portrait of Scott. Scott leads everyone in the game "What's Their Ailment?"

S1 E3
#4
★ 8.0

Jon Hamm Wears a Light Blue Shirt & Silver Watch

A film student directs a segment with guest Jon Hamm. Also: a visit from a man who eats bicycles.

S1 E9
#5
★ 8.0

Adam Scott Wears a Red Oxford Shirt & Jeans

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes television star Adam Scott to discuss his workout regimen, but they are interrupted by a surprise visit from a Magic Window. Andrew Lloyd Webber stops by to promote his latest theater project. Bandleader Reggie Watts has his feelings hurt and abandons the show in search of a better life. Scott hosts his guests in a round of his popular game, "What Are They Eating?"

S1 E4
#6
★ 8.2

Michael Cera Wears a Blue Denim Shirt & Red Pants

Michael Cera registers his regret about missing out on his dream role.

S1 E7
#7
★ 8.3

Ed Helms Wears a Grey Shirt & Brown Boots

Host Scott Aukerman invites guest Ed Helms to display his banjo prowess and make animal noises. Bob Ducca stops by to complain about his ailments. Bandleader Reggie Watts notices that the studio floor is covered with rat traps. All enjoy an energetic performance by the infamous daredevil Level Knevel. Scott hosts the game "Where Are They Going?"

S1 E8
#8
★ 8.3

Elizabeth Banks Wears a Red Dress

When his guest Elizabeth Banks says the word of the day, host Scott Aukerman is forced to take action. While Scott nervously interviews a famous critic who is reviewing the show, a teamster interrupts to invite bandleader Reggie Watts and Scott on a "mind vacation". Smooth Jazz legend Barry R drops in to perform. Scott hosts a round of his game "What Do These Initials Stand For?"

S1 E10
#9
★ 8.3

Weird Al Yankovic Wears a Hawaiian Shirt

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes guest "Weird Al" Yankovic, who smashes all musical conventions. Tenacious D stops by to play a new song. Scott and bandleader Reggie Watts use their new greenscreen technology, with disastrous results.The Potato Chip Woman visits to share the highlights of her incredible collection. Also, Reggie makes Scott a sandwich.

S1 E6
#10
★ 8.4

Paul Rudd Wears a Red Lumberjack Flannel Shirt

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes guest Paul Rudd, and discovers they both have a love of mime. The inventor of the adorable Crowpoke robot attempts to repair it when it breaks down. Huell Howser becomes fascinated by Scott, bandleader Reggie Watts, and everything else. A man who should be dead tells the harrowing tale of how he lost his arm. Scott leads his guests in the game "Ring it or Ding It".

S1 E1
★ 7.7

Zach Galifianakis Wears a Blue Jacket & Red Socks

Comic Zach Galifianakis discusses his place in the pantheon of comic actors and talking dogs.

S1 E2
★ 7.6

Amy Poehler Wears a Black Jacket & Grey Pants

Comic Amy Poehler discusses her hair and her feud with Mad Magazine.

S1 E3
★ 8.0

Jon Hamm Wears a Light Blue Shirt & Silver Watch

A film student directs a segment with guest Jon Hamm. Also: a visit from a man who eats bicycles.

S1 E4
★ 8.2

Michael Cera Wears a Blue Denim Shirt & Red Pants

Michael Cera registers his regret about missing out on his dream role.

S1 E5
★ 7.9

Seth Rogen Wears a Plaid Shirt & Brown Pants

Host Scott Aukerman interviews Seth Rogen about his recent vacation. Scott uses his psychic powers to listen in on people's most private thoughts. The world's top child bird caller visits and performs. Bandleader Reggie Watts interrupts the show to paint a portrait of Scott. Scott leads everyone in the game "What's Their Ailment?"

S1 E6
★ 8.4

Paul Rudd Wears a Red Lumberjack Flannel Shirt

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes guest Paul Rudd, and discovers they both have a love of mime. The inventor of the adorable Crowpoke robot attempts to repair it when it breaks down. Huell Howser becomes fascinated by Scott, bandleader Reggie Watts, and everything else. A man who should be dead tells the harrowing tale of how he lost his arm. Scott leads his guests in the game "Ring it or Ding It".

S1 E7
★ 8.3

Ed Helms Wears a Grey Shirt & Brown Boots

Host Scott Aukerman invites guest Ed Helms to display his banjo prowess and make animal noises. Bob Ducca stops by to complain about his ailments. Bandleader Reggie Watts notices that the studio floor is covered with rat traps. All enjoy an energetic performance by the infamous daredevil Level Knevel. Scott hosts the game "Where Are They Going?"

S1 E8
★ 8.3

Elizabeth Banks Wears a Red Dress

When his guest Elizabeth Banks says the word of the day, host Scott Aukerman is forced to take action. While Scott nervously interviews a famous critic who is reviewing the show, a teamster interrupts to invite bandleader Reggie Watts and Scott on a "mind vacation". Smooth Jazz legend Barry R drops in to perform. Scott hosts a round of his game "What Do These Initials Stand For?"

S1 E9
★ 8.0

Adam Scott Wears a Red Oxford Shirt & Jeans

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes television star Adam Scott to discuss his workout regimen, but they are interrupted by a surprise visit from a Magic Window. Andrew Lloyd Webber stops by to promote his latest theater project. Bandleader Reggie Watts has his feelings hurt and abandons the show in search of a better life. Scott hosts his guests in a round of his popular game, "What Are They Eating?"

S1 E10
★ 8.3

Weird Al Yankovic Wears a Hawaiian Shirt

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes guest "Weird Al" Yankovic, who smashes all musical conventions. Tenacious D stops by to play a new song. Scott and bandleader Reggie Watts use their new greenscreen technology, with disastrous results.The Potato Chip Woman visits to share the highlights of her incredible collection. Also, Reggie makes Scott a sandwich.

Season Average Rating Episodes Best Episode Worst Episode Rating Range
5 ★ 8.3 20
★ 9.4 Reggie Watts Wears a Purple and Yellow Quilted Sweatshirt
★ 7.4 Nathan Fielder Wears a Blue and Grey Flannel and Jeans
2 ★ 8.2 20
★ 8.8 Andy Dick Wears a Black Suit Jacket & Skinny Tie
★ 7.6 Clark Gregg Wears a Navy Blazer & White Collared Shirt
4 ★ 8.1 25
★ 8.7 Zach Galifianakis Wears Grey Corduroys and Brown Leather Shoes
★ 7.6 Michael Sheen Wears a Plaid Button Down and Grey Blazer
1 ★ 8.1 10
★ 8.4 Paul Rudd Wears a Red Lumberjack Flannel Shirt
★ 7.6 Amy Poehler Wears a Black Jacket & Grey Pants
3 ★ 8.0 14
★ 8.3 Jenna Fischer Wears a Floral Blouse & Black Heels
★ 7.1 Amber Tamblyn Wears a Leather Jacket & Black Booties
Cast

Scott Aukerman

Self - Host

"Weird Al" Yankovic

Self - Co-Host