Quick Info
Status: Canceled
Network: HBO
Type: Scripted
Rating: 9.0/10
Hardcore TV
Overview
A short-lived sketch comedy series in the vein of SCTV and Saturday Night Live aired on HBO intermittently between 1992-1994. Written by Tim Blake Nelson, hosted by Dave Konig, and featuring Susie Essman, . SCTV and Saturday Night Live fans were disappointed with the short run. However If you get up off your butt and rotate your antenna... If your cable is screwed up... And if the air is full of electricity... Then somewhere, between channels 36 and 37, you'll come upon a TV universe turned inside out. The tour's leaving now, so grease yourself up, strap yourself in, hide all pets, take small bites, use a number 2 pencil, ignore the squishy sounds, breathe through your mouth, and have your tickets ready... You've entered the world of HARDCORE TV! Featuring “Fairytales From the Darkside,””Rastapiece Theater,””Cindy’s Sex Talk” and “Fly-Fishing Jam,” and other stabs at infomercials and TV ads.
This production, originally released in 1992, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 9.0 across its 2 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Comedy.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Mary Lou Allgood
Miracle Stick Size Six Girl, Bloopers Star
Wendy Johnson
Dumb Chick on the Street / Porn Shop Clerk
Dave Konig
Host
Susie Essman
Sports Lady
Laurence Mason
Rastaman
Deborah Magdalena
Various
Tracy Vilar
Psychic Lisa Lovescope
Mario Cantone
Raging Bullwinkle
Seasons
Season 1
3 Episodes • Aired 1992-10-03
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
8 Episodes • Aired 1994-09-10
No season overview provided for this season.