IFC is by far the best network for fresh comedy. The independent film channel is currently the home of Comedy Bang! Bang, Portlandia, Bunk and Maron. Two weeks ago IFC launched Birthday Boys produced by Bob Odenkirk. The Birthday Boys are irreverant, goofy and alternative. I’m hoping that Odenkirk’s presence will give the show enough of a bump and people will actually watch it.
While the show may be new, this sketch comedy group has been producing videos for years. Here are some the best old and new sketches from the Birthday Boys.
Pooljumpers
This send up nails the documentary style trailer with film burns and everything. This reminds me a lot of the trailer for Dog Town and the Z-Boys.
Veteran Cop and Veteran Cop
Another trailer but damn these guys are good at them. This one plays on the classic veteran police officer/young hot shot buddy cop movies.
Guy Talk
While not technically a Birthday Boys’ sketch, Guy Talk does feature most of the Birthday Boy’s cast in addition to Paul Rust. There are three episodes of Guy Talk, the first two are awesome, skip the last one.
Thetas
One of the first sketches from the new show on IFC.
Home Alone Neighbor
Pretty straight forward, Kevin McAllister’s neighbor has a lot to say about his wild weekend.
Pinewood Pranksters
The best of Birthday Boys ; the boys get wild.
