The Kids in the Hall 

The TV series of the Canadian sketch comedy troupe that, more often than not, puts bizarre, unique, and insane twists in their skits.

Stars:

Dave Foley, Bruce McCulloch, Kevin McDonald

Nominated for 3 Primetime Emmys. Another 10 wins & 15 nominations.

Cast

Complete series cast summary:
Dave Foley	...	Various Characters / ... 103 episodes, 1988-2021
Bruce McCulloch	...	Various Characters / ... 103 episodes, 1988-2021
Kevin McDonald	...	Various Characters 103 episodes, 1988-2021
Mark McKinney	...	Various Characters / ... 103 episodes, 1988-2021
Scott Thompson	...	Various Characters / ... 103 episodes, 1988-2021

Storyline

"The Kids in the Hall" are a sketch comedy troupe, set apart by their cross-dressing antics and seemingly infinite supply of unique characters. Although writer Paul Bellini, various extras, and sometimes even an actual woman appear in the sketches, for the most part, the five main cast members portray every single character themselves. Recurring characters range from the harried corporate executive Danny Husk to Queen Elizabeth, from alienated teen rocker Bobby Tarrance to gay bar owner Buddy Cole, from occult TV show host Simon and his sidekick Hecubus to the gossiping corporate secretaries Cathy and Kathy, and an endless parade of others.

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Plot Keywords:

absurd comedy | dark comedy | sketch | recurring character | comedy troupe | 

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Genres:

Comedy

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Certificate:

TV-PG

Did You Know?

Trivia

Kevin McDonald said that whenever he dressed as a woman, the crew treated him much nicer.

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Quotes

Dave: So you're not from Toronto?
Chicken Lady: No, just moved here, come on in!
Dave: What are you?
Chicken Lady: Gee you're not too bright. I'm a Chicken Lady. And I love life, do you love life?
Dave: Yeah.
Chicken Lady: Good, 'cos I put that in my Personal. "Chicken Lady Loves Life!"
Dave: Chicken Lady? I never took that literally!

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Crazy Credits

During the credits for the last episode, two business men bury the troupe in a grave marked "Kids In The Hall, The TV Show 1989-1995." After, Bellini's music plays and he dances on their grave. It's the Oompah Band music from Daryl's Just-listening-to-the-Band sketch.

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Connections

Referenced in RuPaul's Drag Race: Snatch Game (2014)

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Soundtracks

Having An Average Weekend
(opening theme)
Shadowy Men on a Shadowy Planet

User Reviews

The Best Sketch Comedy Show ('nuff said)

All of all the sketch comedy shows I have seen, The Kids In The Hall is the best damn comedy show ever. The Kids are outstanding and they are very funny and it was a shame that their show ended. I love them!! I was almost into tears when the show ended. I hope that someday they can do another reunion show. The coolest sketch comedy show i have seen in years.

Details

Official Sites:

Comedy Central KITH Fan Site

Country:

Canada

Language:

English

Release Date:

16 October 1988 (USA)

Also Known As:

The Kids in the Hall

Filming Locations:

CBC Studios, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

Broadway Video International, Broadway Video, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

25 min 60 min (pilot)

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Black and White Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1