Penn & Teller: Bullshit! 

The comedy illusionist duo explore various topics and debunk what they consider misconceptions about them.

Creators:

Randall Moldave, Eric Small

Stars:

Penn Jillette, Teller, Shera Pollins

Nominated for 13 Primetime Emmys. Another 1 win & 6 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Penn Jillette	...	Self - Host 89 episodes, 2003-2010
Teller	...	Self - Host 89 episodes, 2003-2010

Storyline

Using a combination of set ups, descriptions, rants and film of practitioners, Penn & Teller show the bullshit that's everywhere. The initial show covers mediums or Talkers to the Dead. Penn Jillette explains in the first program that while calling someone a liar or a con man is actionable, "bullshit" is safe. Each show has a topic such as Mediums, Feng Shui, Medical devices or Penis Enlargement. Using humor and experts, they debunk the bullshit.

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Plot Keywords:

satire | libertarianism | propaganda | 2000s | 2010s | 

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Taglines:

Magic's an illusion. This Bullshit is for real!

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Genres:

Comedy | Documentary

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Certificate:

TV-MA

Did You Know?

Trivia

With Teller, original members of the Aparagus Valley Cultural Society.

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Quotes

[repeated line from "Bible: Fact or Fiction" episode]
Penn Jillette: Elvis didn't do no drugs!

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Crazy Credits

In episode 2.10 ("Profanity") the title sequence ends with the word "Humbug" superimposed on the usual "Bullshit!".

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Connections

Referenced in Californication: The Recused (2011)

User Reviews

It may not be objective, but at least it'll make you think.

This is one of the most interesting shows I've ever seen. OK, so the portrayal of some of the issues is a bit biased, and it does descend into ad-hominem with worrying frequency, but it gets two very important things right: it's thought-provoking, and it's funny. So, although many of the arguments given seem watertight enough to me, if it's a fair and rigorous exploration of the issues that you're after, you're going to be disappointed; however, if you want to be introduced to new, intellectually-stimulating topics in an entertaining way then it's just what you're looking for. Oh, and they do have a talent for picking the funniest nutters imaginable when they're choosing their interview-fodder.

Details

Official Sites:

SHOWTIME

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

24 January 2003 (USA)

Also Known As:

Penn & Teller: Bullsh*t!

Filming Locations:

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Paramount Network Television, Penn & Teller, StarPrice Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Color:

Color