Late-80s launch of a troupe that made weird sketch a 1990s cult language.
Why it matters
Episode guide
109 episodes across 6 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Five comics rotate characters in sharp, strange, often dark sketch comedy.
Network & studio
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1980s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Late-80s launch of a troupe that made weird sketch a 1990s cult language.
Creators
Dave Foley · Bruce McCulloch · Kevin McDonald · Mark McKinney · Scott Thompson
Key cast
- Dave Foley as Various
- Bruce McCulloch as Various
- Kevin McDonald as Various
- Mark McKinney as Various
- Scott Thompson as Various
Flash facts
- CBC/HBO from 1988; CBS later.
- Lorne Michaels executive produced.
- Influential on later alternative comedy.
- Brain Candy and reunion tours extended the myth.
FAQ
What network aired The Kids in the Hall?
The Kids in the Hall is associated with CBC/HBO/CBS (1988–1995).
Why is The Kids in the Hall in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1980s?
Late-80s launch of a troupe that made weird sketch a 1990s cult language.
Who are the key names behind The Kids in the Hall?
Creators and principals include Dave Foley, Bruce McCulloch, Kevin McDonald, Mark McKinney, Scott Thompson.
Official & further reading
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