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SCTV: Netflix Doc Celebrates Unhyped Comedy Gem
25 Sep
Summary
- Netflix documentary explores the influential Canadian sketch show SCTV.
- Legends like Martin Short and Rick Moranis share their experiences.
- Fans like Tom Hanks and Conan O'Brien praise its unique humor.
A Netflix documentary, "SCTV: The Greatest Show You've Never Heard Of," is set to premiere on October 30, celebrating the iconic Canadian sketch comedy series Second City Television. The show originally aired from 1976 to 1984 and is remembered for its unique humor and impact on the comedy landscape.
The documentary features interviews with SCTV alumni, including Martin Short and Rick Moranis, who reflect on the show's significance in their careers. Short describes SCTV as the "high-water mark" of his career, while Moranis recalls its organic discovery by audiences due to a lack of promotion.
Renowned fans such as Tom Hanks and Conan O'Brien also share their appreciation for the series. Hanks fondly remembers watching sketches like "Edith Prickley" and "Johnny LaRue" over a hundred times, while O'Brien emphasizes the show's influential and "cooler" status compared to its contemporaries. The film also includes clips of memorable sketches and performances by the late Joe Flaherty and John Candy.
