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MST3K Returns: Nelson Hosts New RiffTrax Experiments
20 Feb
Summary
- Mike Nelson returns to host MST3K after 20 years.
- New season titled 'Mystery Science Theater 3000: The RiffTrax Experiments'.
- Fan-funded revival has raised nearly $2 million so far.
Mystery Science Theater 3000 is set for a revival, with Mike Nelson returning as host for 'Mystery Science Theater 3000: The RiffTrax Experiments.' Nelson, who last hosted in 1999, will be joined by RiffTrax collaborators Kevin Murphy and Bill Corbett. This new iteration marks a significant comeback for the cult classic, which originated in Minneapolis in 1988. A GoFundMe campaign has already raised close to $2 million, demonstrating substantial fan support for the show's return.
The new season will feature riffing on a curated selection of films, with the 1978 Roger Corman film Deathsport announced as one of the first. Original MST3K cast members Frank Conniff and Trace Beaulieu are also slated to make guest appearances. Production is expected to commence following the conclusion of the successful crowdfunding effort, with plans for distribution primarily through the RiffTrax platform.
