Dan Aykroyd
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Series
Watch Second City: First Family of Comedy (2006) Online
2006NREndedDocumentaryComedy
Synopsis
Traces the evolution of one of the world's most successful comedy troupes from its humble beginnings as a stage production in Chicago to the hit late-night TV show.
Episodes
Miniseries
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- 1. Part OneNow viewing2006-08-2543mDave Thomas traces how a little theatre stage in Chicago launched several generations of famous comedians and revolutionized the world of comedy. We find out what was behind the name "Second City" and who was behind the drive to create comedy that was smart, political, edgy and -- most of all -- improvised.
- 2. Part Two2006-09-0143mScott Thompson charts the inner workings of SCTV, the television incarnation of Second City known for insane movie parodies and wacky characters that became a hit across North America.
- 3. Part Three2006-09-0843mJoe Flaherty explores how Second City revolutionized the world of comedy by pioneering improvisation. Featuring a cast of comedy greats who got their start with Second City, honing their comedic skills by learning to improvise - including Tina Fey, Alan Arkin, Mike Myers, Martin Short, Patrick McKenna, and Colin Mochrie.
Cast
Top Billed Cast
Tina Fey
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Alan Arkin
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Mike Myers
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Harold Ramis
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Martin Short
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Jim Belushi
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Ryan Stiles
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Colin Mochrie
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Dave Thomas
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Joe Flaherty
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Jayne Eastwood
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Paul Shaffer
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No photo Bernie Sahlins
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No photo Sheldon Patinkin
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No photo Joyce Sloane
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Andrew Alexander
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Catherine O'Hara
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Andrea Martin
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Scott Thompson
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Availability
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No legal streaming, rental or purchase options for Second City: First Family of Comedy were reported for this region.
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Is Second City: First Family of Comedy available to watch online?
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How many seasons does Second City: First Family of Comedy have?
Second City: First Family of Comedy has 1 season and 3 episodes.
When did Second City: First Family of Comedy first air?
Second City: First Family of Comedy first aired in 2006.
Is Second City: First Family of Comedy still running?
Second City: First Family of Comedy's status on TMDB is: Ended.
What genre is Second City: First Family of Comedy?
Second City: First Family of Comedy is classified as Documentary, Comedy.