Derek and Simon: The Show
| Derek and Simon: The Show | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Davin Wood Tim Heidecker |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Bob Odenkirk |
| Producers | Eric Binns Neil Mahoney Naomi Odenkirk Jason Pardo Simon Helberg Derek Waters |
| Cinematography | Benjamin Pluimer |
| Editor | Neil Mahoney |
| Production company | Type-O Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | Super Deluxe (web) Turner Broadcasting System (TV) |
| Release | May 16 โ August 8, 2007 |
| Related | |
| Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job! Tom Goes to the Mayor Mr. Show with Bob and David | |
Derek and Simon: The Show is a 2007 web based series created by Derek Waters, Simon Helberg, and Bob Odenkirk,[1][2] which aired on the website Super Deluxe.[3] It went through several iterations and names, starting in 2005, before the 13 episode series came to fruition.
History
Derek Waters, Simon Helberg, and Bob Odenkirk first created Derek and Simon in 2005; after meeting with Waters and Helberg, Odenkirk suggested they capitalize on stories from their own lives.
On May 7, 2008,
Series storyline
The show follows the exaggerated exploits of 'Simon' and 'Derek', exploring the tragic missteps that the pair encounter as 'outside' forces constantly work against them as they wander through Los Angeles, spending most of their time in bars and chasing women.
Supporting Characters and Guest Appearances
Derek Waters and Simon Helberg incorporated guest appearances from many of their comedy friends, including Bob Odenkirk, Richard Dunn, Bill Hader, Sue Foley, Samm Levine, Joseph Nunez, June Diane Raphael, Casey Wilson, Marianna Palka, Busy Philipps, Michael Cera, Zach Galifianakis, Jake Johnson, Steve Agee, and Perry Caravello.
Awards and nominations
- 2008, winner, 'Best web video series', Hollywood NetAwards[12]
- 2007, nominated, 'Best Original Web Comedy Series', TV Guide Online Video Awards[13]
References
- ^ a b Gordon, Scott (May 17, 2007). "interview with Bob Odenkirk". The A.V. Club. Retrieved 2009-09-01.
- ^ a b c Dombal, Ryan (May 21, 2007). "Bob Odenkirk: Interview". Blender. Retrieved 2009-09-01.[permanent dead link]
- ^ Gonzalez, Erika (June 2, 2007). "Internet clicks as entertainment". Rocky Mountain News. Archived from the original on July 7, 2007. Retrieved 2009-08-31.
- ^ "HBO Renews 'Entourage,' Sets Dates for 'Curb,' 'Extras' and More". Futon Critic. July 16, 2005. Retrieved 2009-08-31.
- CNET News. Retrieved 2009-09-01.
- ^ Marlow, Jonathan (March 20, 2006). "SXSW review". Green Cine Daily. Archived from the original on September 5, 2009. Retrieved 2009-09-01.
- South by Southwest Film Festival. Archived from the originalon June 18, 2009. Retrieved 2009-08-31.
- Wholphin. Archived from the originalon 2008-07-27. Retrieved 2009-09-01.
- ^ "Film on the Run festival: The Pity Card". Film on the Run. Archived from the original on 2009-07-12. Retrieved 2009-08-31.
- ^ a b Tobey, Matt (January 31, 2007). "Bob Odenkirk's The Pity Card". Comedy Central Insider. Archived from the original on 2010-02-04. Retrieved 2009-09-01.
- ^ Arnold, Thomas K. (April 30, 2007). "Funny business going on online". USA Today. Retrieved 2009-08-31.
- ^ "And the winners are". Hollywood Awards. Archived from the original on 2009-09-03. Retrieved 2009-08-31.
- ^ "TV Guide Announces Online Video Awards Winners". accessmylibrary.com. TV Guide. November 26, 2007. Retrieved 2009-09-01.
External links
- Derek and Simon: The Show at IMDb
