I really 'got' what the guys tried to do every show. Great stuff throughout, even the throwaway stuff to fill 20 seconds was funny. Gruber the Hellchild and Pigboy were clever stuff. I had a bunch of them taped but my mom tossed them when I moved out. That sucked.

If we had some copper tubing we could make a superlative bong. The Jimmy Peters stuff was funny and would have made a good Halloween costume, but the reference is a tad obscure. And who ever thought that a guy not understanding why Chaplin was funny was funny in itself. Does anyone know if the shows are on DVD or how many shows were actually made?

The sketch comedy subgenre consists of a series of short, self-contained scenes or sketches, often connected by a common theme, style, or recurring characters. Each sketch typically lasts a few minutes and presents a humorous situation, scenario, or interaction that delivers a punchline, comedic twist, or funny observation.

Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele in Key and Peele (2012)

Animation is a form of visual storytelling that involves creating visual art and motion through the use of various techniques and technologies. In animation, images are manipulated to create the illusion of movement, bringing characters, objects, and environments to life. Animation can encompass a wide range of styles, themes, and intended audiences, making it a diverse and versatile form of storytelling.

Daveigh Chase, Rumi Hiiragi, and Mari Natsuki in Spirited Away (2001)

The comedy genre refers to a category of entertainment that aims to amuse and entertain audiences by using humor, wit, and comedic situations. Comedies are created with the primary intention of eliciting laughter and providing lighthearted enjoyment. They encompass a wide range of styles, tones, and themes, appealing to various tastes and audiences.

Will Ferrell, Angela Grillo, and Lap-Gei Cheung in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)

The family genre features stories specifically created to be suitable for a wide range of age groups within a family. Family-oriented content is designed to be enjoyed by both children and adults, often providing entertainment that is wholesome, relatable, and appropriate for all members of a family to watch or experience together.

Drew Barrymore and Pat Welsh in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)

David Anthony Higgins, his brother Steven Higgins (the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon) and "Gruber" sit around a set kitchen smoking massive amounts of cigarettes and drinking coffee, shooting the breeze and showing comedy clips.

The Biggest Movies and TV Coming in September

"The Gentlemen" and "Slow Horses" return this fall, while the "Reacher" spin-off series "Neagley" makes its debut. See our guide of the biggest Fall TV and streaming releases.

2026 Fall TV and Streaming Watch Guide

&quot;The Gentlemen&quot; and &quot;Slow Horses&quot; return this fall, while the &quot;Reacher&quot; spin-off series &quot;Neagley&quot; makes its debut. See our guide of the biggest Fall TV and streaming releases.

Get a closer look at these actors from their many TV and streaming series roles.

Streaming Stars, Then and Now

Dave Allen, David Anthony Higgins, and Steve Higgins in Higgins Boys and Gruber (1990)

Higgins Boys and Gruber

Episodes1

Photos1

Top Cast9

User reviews5

More like this

Related interests

Storyline

Did you know

Top picks

Details

Tech specs

Contribute to this page

More to explore

Recently viewed