Nick Swardson's Pretend Time

Nick Swardson's Pretend Time (2010-2011)

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Nick Swardson's Pretend Time is an irreverent sketch show, where each sketch is filtered through the twisted point-of-view of stand-up comedian Nick Swardson. Swardson takes the viewer into his demented world through a series of sketches.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 22:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E07Legalize MethNov 16, 2011
S02E06Flying StripperNov 9, 2011
S02E05The Mis-Education of Garry GagaNov 2, 2011
S02E04Full Blown EggsOct 26, 2011
S02E03PETA Not on SetOct 19, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time' premiere?

'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time' premiered on October 12, 2010.

Who is the creator and star of 'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time'?

Nick Swardson is the creator and star of 'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time'.

What type of show is 'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time'?

'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time' is a sketch comedy show.

How many episodes were produced for the first season of 'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time'?

The first season of 'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time' consisted of 8 episodes.

Which network aired 'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time'?

'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time' aired on Comedy Central.

Who are some of the recurring characters on 'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time'?

Some of the recurring characters on 'Nick Swardson's Pretend Time' include Gay Robot, Wheelchair Cat, and the Dildo Lady.

What is the name of the sketch where Nick Swardson plays a character who invents a new dance move?

The sketch where Nick Swardson plays a character who invents a new dance move is called "The Dance."

What is the name of the sketch where a group of guys try to outdo each other's pickup lines?

The sketch where a group of guys try to outdo each other's pickup lines is called "Pickup Line Genius."

What is the name of the sketch where a guy goes on a date with a girl who has a strange laugh?

The sketch where a guy goes on a date with a girl who has a strange laugh is called "The Date With the Dead Guy's Laugh."

What is the name of the sketch where Nick Swardson plays a character who claims to be a magician?

The sketch where Nick Swardson plays a character who claims to be a magician is called "Magic Show."

What is the name of the sketch where a guy tries to convince his friends that he has a girlfriend who lives in Canada?

The sketch where a guy tries to convince his friends that he has a girlfriend who lives in Canada is called "Girlfriend in Canada."

What is the name of the sketch where a guy and his friends try to build a clubhouse?

The sketch where a guy and his friends try to build a clubhouse is called "The Clubhouse."

What is the name of the sketch where a guy buys a haunted house?

The sketch where a guy buys a haunted house is called "Haunted House."

What is the name of the sketch where Nick Swardson plays a character who is a bad motivational speaker?

The sketch where Nick Swardson plays a character who is a bad motivational speaker is called "Motivational Speaker."

What is the name of the sketch where a guy tries to get his friends to join his cult?

The sketch where a guy tries to get his friends to join his cult is called "Cult."

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