TV series
Based on Scott Aukerman’s popular podcast of the same name, COMEDY BANG! BANG! cleverly riffs on the well-known format of the late night talk show, infusing celebrity appearances and comedy sketches with a tinge of the surreal. In each episode, Aukerman engages his guests with unfiltered and improvisational lines of questioning, punctuated by banter and beats provided by bandleader, one-man musical mastermind Reggie Watts, to reinvent the traditional celebrity interview. Packed with character cameos, filmic shorts, sketches and games set amongst an off-beat world, COMEDY BANG! BANG! delivers thirty minutes of absurd laugh-loaded fun featuring some of the biggest names in comedy.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Based on Scott Aukerman’s popular podcast of the same name, COMEDY BANG! BANG! cleverly riffs on the well-known format of the late night talk show, infusing celebrity appearances and comedy sketches with a tinge of the surreal. In each episode, Aukerman engages his guests with unfiltered and improvisational lines of questioning, punctuated by banter and beats provided by bandleader, one-man musical mastermind Reggie Watts, to reinvent the traditional celebrity interview. Packed with character cameos, filmic shorts, sketches and games set amongst an off-beat world, COMEDY BANG! BANG! delivers thirty minutes of absurd laugh-loaded fun featuring some of the biggest names in comedy.
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Episode 1
Ty Burrell shows Scott what the world looks like through his eyes, and craft services coordinator Fabrice Fabrice (Nick Kroll) performs spoken word poetry. Meanwhile, Scott premieres a clip of his exciting new detective drama.
Guest stars Davis Desmond, Anthony Turpel, Jason Mantzoukas, Ty Burrell, D'Arcy Carden, Jerry Minor, Matt Besser, Nick Kroll
Episode 2
Maya Rudolph plays "Skirmish of the Sexes," and down on her luck businesswoman Claire Coulter (Maria Bamford) tries a new sales pitch. Also, Undercover Agent Aukerman has gone undercover to apprehend notorious bank robber, Reggie Watts.
Guest stars Maya Rudolph, Maria Bamford, Cameron Esposito, David Alan Grier, Reggie Watts, Oscar Nuñez, Deanna Russo, Twin Shadow
Episode 3
Rapper Schoolboy Q lets us know what it’s like to be "Man of the Year," and Aaron Neville (Horatio Sanz) explains his anti-violence campaign. Reggie is caught in a war between two musical groups vying for his attention.
Guest stars Schoolboy Q, Nathan Barnatt
Episode 4
After one too many pranks, Scott and Reggie are forced to switch show themes with the sports talk show hosts next door. Eddie George reveals the secret behind his greatest plays, and NFL Commissioner Wendell Gazell explains the changes he's making to the game.
Guest stars Eddie George, Kyle Bornheimer
Episode 5
Simon Helberg has to prove he’s not an android. Scott and Reggie get whipped into shape by a cruel drill sergeant and are tasked with a dangerous mission of their own.
Guest stars Ian Nelson, Paul Butcher, Simon Helberg, Jennette McCurdy
Episode 6
In this Valentine’s Day Special, Scott must help Reggie land the girl of his dreams. Scott has a shoot-out with guest Mark Duplass, and etiquette expert Miss Polite dispenses advice
Guest stars Mark Duplass, Jack Antonoff, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Howard Kremer, Jon Gabrus
Episode 7
Rapper Kid Cudi drops by to give Scott a lesson in the art of the prank phone call, and 6-year-old film critic Aiden Tomasetto shares his favorite movies. Reggie tries to mend his broken heart as a contestant on Scott’s new dating show.
Guest stars Kid Cudi, Todd Barry, Noël Wells, Henry Winkler
Episode 8
Jesse Tyler Ferguson explains the great chemistry behind "Modern Family," and cyborg rights activist Nelz Hebber has some ideas for the future. Meanwhile, Scott tries to balance his family life with his career as a talk show host.
Guest stars Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Seth Morris, Beth Dover, Jack Dylan Grazer, George Wendt
Episode 9
Dax Shepard demonstrates the difference between comedic and dramatic acting, and professional gift guesser Bertram Jollymore shows off his talents on the couch. Meanwhile, to deal with rising rent costs, Scott and Reggie find a new roommate.
Guest stars Dax Shepard, Kevin Allison, Natasha Lyonne
Episode 10
It’s a drowsy day in the studio as the cast and crew keep dozing off. Reggie dreams of making music with Tears for Fears. Will Scott find the key to keeping everyone awake?
Directed by Danny JelinekWritten by Scott Aukerman, Neil Campbell, Michael BlaiklockGuest stars Zach Galifianakis, Chris Hardwick, Brett Gelman, Jon Daly, Brent Spiner
Episode 11
Scott discovers he has feelings for his producer; Joseph Gordon-Levitt recruits Reggie for his production company; and a shock jock dishes truths about Taco Tuesday.
Guest stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Allison Tolman, Jon Gabrus
Episode 12
Scott and Reggie try to spend their stunt budget leading to the most action-packed episode ever. Jack Black decides whether to play a famous song on the show. Vigilante J.W. Stillwater talks fan boats, gators and justice.
Directed by Danny JelinekGuest stars Jack Black, Paul F. Tompkins, Adam Scott
Episode 13
Joel McHale talks about his unusual birth; a Hollywood actor discusses his recent firing; Scott's new machine is running the show; Scott receives a warning from the future.
Directed by Danny JelinekGuest stars Joel McHale
Episode 14
Rapper Lil Jon shares his retirement plans and spokesperson Shandy Williams gives Scott a gift from her new hair extension line. Meanwhile, the Quizzler is running loose in the studio and it's up to Scott and Reggie to solve his quizzles!
Directed by Danny JelinekGuest stars Katherine McKalip, Lil Jon, Vince Gilligan, Tom Green, Claudia O'Doherty
Episode 15
A physicist takes Scott, Reggie, and the crew aboard his spaceship, but danger soon arises; Scott wants to be able to interview Colin Hanks and celebrity stylist Trey Booth but the perils of space may get to them first.
Directed by Danny JelinekGuest stars Colin Hanks
Episode 16
Scott is in danger of losing his job if he can't pass his big test, so he enlists a tutor for help. Meanwhile, Skylar Astin reveals his real age and Easy Listening DJ Forsythia reads dedications from her listeners.
Directed by Danny JelinekGuest stars Skylar Astin, Lennon Parham
Episode 17
Michael Sheen teaches Scott about the birds and the bees, and entertainer Victor Diamond explains his various medical conditions. Meanwhile, Scott receives accolades for saving Wonky Cat, the world's weirdest cat.
Directed by Danny JelinekGuest stars Michael Sheen
Episode 18
Scott's secret identity is at risk when his friends win the Comedy Bang! Bang! "Interview a Fan" contest. Meanwhile, Thomas Middleditch proves he's an expert at accent work, and shaman Harmony Moonglass leads the group in a guided mediation.
Directed by Ben BermanGuest stars Thomas Middleditch
Episode 19
Karen Gillan spills movie secrets, and small business owner George Groiny Melendez reveals his less than savory profession. Meanwhile, Scott is torn between his new writers and the comedy of yesteryear.
Directed by Danny JelinekGuest stars Karen Gillan, Bob Einstein, Andrea Savage, Blake Anderson
Episode 20
Scott receives a visit from a reporter writing about the fate of Reggie Watts. Scott remembers their last episode together, with guest Judd Apatow and a special appearance from Scott's daughters.
Directed by Ben Berman, Danny JelinekGuest stars Mary Holland, Judd Apatow
Episode 21
When Scott is assigned Kid Cudi as his new partner, the two of them must settle their differences and learn to work together. Michael Cera shows off his business cards, and German pretzel maker August Lindt shares his odd recommendations for vacation destinations.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Michael Cera
Episode 22
When a wizard appears on-set, Scott agrees to help save his realm if they can perform in a magic show together. James Marsden acts with a real rabbit and discusses his good looks, and Mr. Celebrity shares Hollywood gossip. Scott and Cudi preview their new zombie movie.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars James Marsden, Brett Gelman, Chris Parnell
Episode 23
The Comedy Bang! Bang! crew takes off for summer vacation, leaving Scott and Kid Cudi to finish the season with a ragtag crew of misfits. Meanwhile, Brie Larson plays "What’s In Her Bag?" and orphan boy Fourvel gives tips to stay out of the summer heat.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Brie Larson
Episode 24
Scott fires security guard Zeke and hires someone new to protect the show's belongings. Carly Rae Jepsen premieres a new song, and amusement park owner Tim Duncan explains his scariest ride, the "Samurai Scream."
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Carly Rae Jepsen
Episode 25
Scott and Kid Cudi try to catch a rat in the studio before their annual health inspection. Meanwhile, Mary Elizabeth Winstead celebrates her birthday, and inventor Ahmad Rashad al-Zarqawi shows us his new gadget.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Jonathan Tysor
Episode 26
Tom Lennon demonstrates how very messy he can get, while Scott's editors go on strike, so he shoots the show in one take to air as is. Also, a Broadway director spotlights songs from his hit show.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Thomas Lennon
Episode 27
Scott makes a deal with the devil to land Ken Marino as a guest. A singer from Iceland performs her country's new national anthem.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Ken Marino
Episode 28
Scott wants to wear an unconventional hat to accept his Lifetime Achievement Award, and the staff doesn’t have the heart to argue. Meanwhile, Randall Park plays “Title These Tunes” and Richard Bunn shows how he has written 140 novels with his “Bunn Process."
Guest stars Randall Park
Episode 29
Scott’s personal possessions come to life and go on an epic adventure to reunite with him. Meanwhile, A$AP Rocky visits and shows off his awards, and Scott debuts the trailer to his new sports movie.
Guest stars Noah Staggs, A$AP Rocky
Episode 30
Comedy Bang! Bang! tries to appeal to a female audience by hiring three co-hosts, but Cudi suspects something's not right. Weird Al plays a game of "Celebrity Weird Al Do's" while Cudi enlists the help of paranormal professionals.
Guest stars 'Weird Al' Yankovic
Episode 31
Uzo Aduba shows off her stand-up and concerned citizen Tim Landers (Thomas Middleditch) explains his plan to get back at some pesky neighborhood kids. Meanwhile, future Scott and future Cudi take a time machine back to the present to save comedy from total destruction.
Guest stars Uzo Aduba
Episode 32
Judy Greer shows off her universal audition; the gang looks forward to an appearance by Tom Hanks; Kid Cudi is revealed to be a former hockey star and his rival shows up at the "Comedy Bang! Bang!" studio to challenge him to a rematch.
Guest stars Judy Greer
Episode 33
Created, written by and starring Scott Aukerman (co-creator/director/producer, Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis; writer/performer, Mr. Show) and based on Scott's popular podcast of the same name, Comedy Bang! Bang! infuses celebrity appearances and comedy sketches with a tinge of the surreal. In each episode, Aukerman engages his guests with unfiltered and improvisational lines of questioning, punctuated by banter and beats provided by his bandleader, one-man musical mastermind Reggie Watts (Conan). Packed with character cameos, filmic shorts, sketches and games set amongst an off-beat world, Comedy Bang! Bang! delivers thirty minutes of absurd laugh-loaded fun. The series features some of the biggest names in comedy, including Zach Galifianakis (The Hangover), Amy Poehler (Parks and Recreation), Tenacious D (Jack Black & Kyle Gass) and "Weird Al" Yankovic. Other guests include Will Arnett (Up All Night), David Cross (Arrested Development), Will Forte (SNL), Topher Grace (Valentine's Day, Spiderman 3), Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Gillian Jacobs (Community), Nick Kroll (The League), Thomas Lennon (Reno 911!), Bob Odenkirk (Breaking Bad), Chris Parnell (Archer), Paul F. Tompkins (Mr. Show with Bob and David) and so many more.
Guest stars Stephen Merchant
Episode 34
Robert Kirkman discusses his greatest fears; actor Martin Thomas Newton talks about his new biopic; Scott and his crew get very spooky for Halloween as the "Comedy Bang! Bang!" set turns into a haunted house and gets some odd visitors.
Guest stars Robert Kirkman
Episode 35
David Krumholtz reviews Scott's hosting abilities; Arthur Steinborn teaches everyone his memory technique; Scott and Cudi are visited by an avant-garde painter who wants to give the show a more artistic spin.
Guest stars Dhruv Uday Singh, David Krumholtz
Episode 36
Michelle Monaghan shows off her hog-wrestling skills; Alan Thicke performs personalized theme songs; after Scott suddenly gets rich, he's visited by his long-lost brother Billy.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Michelle Monaghan
Episode 37
Jake Johnson shares dating tips; Scott debuts his new game show; the "Comedy Bang! Bang!" studio is flipped upside down and the gang must do the show hanging from the ceiling.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Jake Johnson
Episode 38
Adam Pally discusses his plans for the holidays; Scott premieres his new dating show; Kid Cudi introduces his new character who becomes an instant celebrity.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Adam Pally
Episode 39
Kathryn Hahn swears up a storm; John Lennon comes back from the dead; Scott teaches the skills needed to host a talk show.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Kathryn Hahn
Episode 40
The crew tries to celebrate Christmas but global warming has turned the set into a beach; Josh Groban performs; Scott falls in love.
Directed by Stoney SharpGuest stars Josh Groban, Katheryne Penny
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Scott AukermanSelf - Host
Reggie WattsSelf - Co-Host
Kid CudiSelf - Co-Host
'Weird Al' YankovicSelf - Co-Host
Mary HollandCreepy Couple
Grant PalmerLeland
Zach GalifianakisSelf
Michael CeraSelf
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