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The Dave Thomas Comedy Show
The Dave Thomas Comedy Show was a sketch-based, half-hour, five-week summer replacement series, which aired on CBS in the summer of 1990. The show starred Canadian comedian Dave Thomas, who is best known for an earlier sketch comedy series, SCTV. Thomas himself served as head writer, while the writing staff included Hollywood scriptwriter Ed Solomon and future celebrity Mike Myers. The series debuted May 28, 1990.
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Plot Summary
This short-lived sketch comedy series featured Canadian comedian Dave Thomas as the host and primary performer. Each episode presented a variety of comedic sketches, often with a surreal or satirical bent, exploring everyday situations with an absurd twist. The show aimed to provide a platform for Thomas's unique brand of observational humor and character work.
Critical Reception
The show received mixed to negative reviews during its brief run, with many critics finding its humor too niche or inconsistent. While Dave Thomas's comedic talent was acknowledged, the overall execution and originality of the sketches were often called into question. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, contributing to its quick cancellation.
What Reviewers Say
Some found Dave Thomas's comedic style to be a highlight.
The sketches were often criticized for lacking originality and punch.
The show struggled to find a consistent comedic voice.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific show is not readily available, as it was a short-lived series from the early 1990s.
Fun Fact
Dave Thomas, best known for his work on SCTV, created 'The Dave Thomas Comedy Show' as an attempt to launch a solo sketch series, but it was canceled after only a few episodes.
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