Super Dave
Super Dave

Super Dave

1988TV ShowEnded6 SeasonsEnglish

Super Dave is a Canadian/American variety show starring and hosted by the fictional character Super Dave Osborne. It ran from 1987 to 1991 on Showtime in the US and the Global Television Network in Canada. Super Dave was spun off from the sketch comedy series Bizarre, which featured Bob Einstein in recurring roles, including Super Dave. Super Dave made his first appearance on the 1972 TV series The John Byner Comedy Hour. Einstein then regularly played the character on the short-lived 1976 variety show Van Dyke and Company starring Dick Van Dyke.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Ken TralongoGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Super Dave, a fictional stuntman character created and portrayed by Bob Einstein, attempts to demonstrate his daredevil prowess in this comedy special. Featuring his signature brand of slapstick and absurd humor, the special showcases Super Dave's various ill-fated stunts and his interactions with his entourage and celebrity guests. The program aims to highlight the character's misguided confidence and the often-disastrous outcomes of his ambitious performances.

Critical Reception

As a character-driven comedy special, 'Super Dave' received mixed to positive reviews, primarily praised for Bob Einstein's unique comedic persona and the character's signature blend of naivete and bravado. Critics often highlighted the show's absurdity and the entertaining, albeit low-brow, stunts. However, some found the humor repetitive or dated.

What Reviewers Say

  • Bob Einstein's creation of Super Dave is a masterclass in comedic character acting.
  • The special is filled with outlandish stunts and predictable, yet amusing, failures.
  • A nostalgic trip for fans of 80s character comedy, though it may not appeal to all.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Super Dave' is generally positive, with viewers appreciating the character's earnest attempts at heroism and the resulting comedic chaos. Many recall the show fondly as a unique and memorable part of 1980s television comedy.

Fun Fact

The character of Super Dave was a recurring segment on the sketch comedy series 'Bizarre' before getting his own dedicated specials and series.

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