Upright Citizens Brigade

Upright Citizens Brigade (1998-2000)

EndedVariety showComedy

The Upright Citizens Brigade T.V. show aired for three seasons between 1998-2000. The show features a hilarious sketch comedy troupe made up of Matt Besser, Matt Walsh, Ian Roberts, and Amy Poehler.

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Scheduleevery Monday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E10Pro Thunderballavr. 3, 2000
S03E09Technologymars 27, 2000
S03E08Small Townmars 20, 2000
S03E07Sexmars 6, 2000
S03E06Collegefévr. 28, 2000
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Upright Citizens Brigade premiere?

Upright Citizens Brigade premiered on August 19th, 1998.

Who were the four founding members of Upright Citizens Brigade?

The four founding members of Upright Citizens Brigade were Matt Besser, Amy Poehler, Ian Roberts, and Matt Walsh.

What type of comedy did Upright Citizens Brigade specialize in?

Upright Citizens Brigade specialized in improvisational and sketch comedy.

Did Upright Citizens Brigade have any recurring characters?

Yes, Upright Citizens Brigade had several recurring characters, including Ass Pennies, the Crazy Drunk Guy, and Bucket of Truth.

Who were some notable guest stars on Upright Citizens Brigade?

Notable guest stars on Upright Citizens Brigade included Adam McKay, Patton Oswalt, and Horatio Sanz.

Did Upright Citizens Brigade ever win any awards?

Yes, Upright Citizens Brigade won the Jury Award for Best U.S. Short Film at the 1998 Sundance Film Festival for their short film, 'Ass Pennies.'

Did Upright Citizens Brigade ever tour?

Yes, Upright Citizens Brigade toured extensively, performing live shows across the United States.

Was Upright Citizens Brigade cancelled or did it end on its own terms?

Upright Citizens Brigade technically ended on its own terms, as the founders moved on to pursue other opportunities. However, Comedy Central did cancel their TV show after three seasons.

What was the format of Upright Citizens Brigade's TV show?

Upright Citizens Brigade's TV show featured a mix of sketch comedy and improv.

How did Upright Citizens Brigade influence comedy?

Upright Citizens Brigade helped to popularize long-form improv and sketch comedy, and many of its alumni have gone on to become successful comedians and writers.

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