Crank Yankers

Crank Yankers (2002-2022)

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Crank Yankers is an American television show produced by Adam Carolla, Jimmy Kimmel and Daniel Kellison that featured actual crank calls made by show regulars and celebrity guests, and re-enacted onscreen by puppets for a visual aid to show the viewer what is happening in the call. The show premiered in 2002 on Comedy Central and returned to MTV2 on February 9, 2007, running again until March 30, 2007.

Yankerville, a twisted town inhabited solely by puppets, is the setting for re-creations of actual crank phone calls. Comics and celebrities -- a list that includes people such as rapper Eminem and comics Sarah Silverman, Wanda Sykes and Drew Carey -- make the calls. Among the regular pranksters are show creators Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla. Characters featured on the show on a regular basis include Special Ed, Elmer and Bobby Fletcher. The show originated on Comedy Central but new episodes aired for a time on MTV2.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 22:30 (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E20Tracy Morgan, Tim & Eric & Ron FunchesAug. 3, 2022
S06E19Bobby Brown, Heidi Gardner & Jimmy KimmelAug. 3, 2022
S06E18Tiffany Haddish, Meg Stalter & Bobby MoynihanJuli 27, 2022
S06E17Paul Scheer, Wanda Sykes & Adam CarollaJuli 27, 2022
S06E16Tracy Morgan, Heidi Gardner & Kevin NealonJuli 20, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Crank Yankers' premiere?

'Crank Yankers' premiered on June 2, 2002.

Who created 'Crank Yankers'?

'Crank Yankers' was created by Adam Carolla, Daniel Kellison, and Jimmy Kimmel.

What is the premise of 'Crank Yankers'?

'Crank Yankers' is a comedy show that features prank calls made by puppets.

Who are some of the comedians providing voices for the puppets on 'Crank Yankers'?

Some of the comedians providing voices for the puppets on 'Crank Yankers' include Adam Carolla, Jimmy Kimmel, Sarah Silverman, and Tracy Morgan.

How long are the episodes of 'Crank Yankers'?

Each episode of 'Crank Yankers' has a runtime of approximately 22 minutes.

What network aired 'Crank Yankers'?

'Crank Yankers' aired on Comedy Central.

Can you share some memorable characters from 'Crank Yankers'?

Some memorable characters from 'Crank Yankers' include Special Ed, Elmer Higgins, Bobby Fletcher, and Terrence Catheter.

How many seasons of 'Crank Yankers' were there?

'Crank Yankers' had a total of five seasons.

Why was 'Crank Yankers' controversial?

'Crank Yankers' was controversial due to its explicit and sometimes offensive content, which included profanity and sexual references.

Did 'Crank Yankers' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'Crank Yankers' received a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Animated Program in 2003.

Were there any celebrity guest stars on 'Crank Yankers'?

Yes, 'Crank Yankers' featured numerous celebrity guest stars, including Eminem, Snoop Dogg, and David Alan Grier.

How was 'Crank Yankers' received by critics?

'Crank Yankers' received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its irreverent humor while others found it crude and tasteless.

Did 'Crank Yankers' have any spin-offs or related shows?

Yes, 'Crank Yankers' had a spin-off called 'The Man Show' which aired from 1999 to 2004.

Did 'Crank Yankers' have any catchphrases?

Yes, one of the catchphrases from 'Crank Yankers' was "I got mail, yay!" which was often said by the character Special Ed.

Did 'Crank Yankers' have any censored or banned episodes?

Yes, 'Crank Yankers' had some episodes that were censored or banned due to their explicit content or controversial nature.

Is 'Crank Yankers' available for streaming or on DVD?

Yes, 'Crank Yankers' is available for streaming on various platforms and is also available on DVD.

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