Important Things With Demetri Martin
Important Things with Demetri Martin is a sketch-variety show that aired on Comedy Central starring comedian Demetri Martin. Each episode examined a single theme, the "important thing", such as timing, power, control and money. All sketches, short vignettes, animated segments and stand-up comedy were loosely related to the theme of the episode. The show was produced by Jon Stewart's Busboy Productions, and contains stand-up, prop comedy and musical comedy by Martin, as well as taped sketches. Jon Stewart took an active role in editing the first few episodes.
Genre: Comedy
Cast:H. Jon Benjamin , Demetri Martin , Brian Berrebbi , John Oliver , David Cross , Amanda Peet , Michael Delaney , Tom Virtue , Paul Zies
Important Things with Demetri Martin: Season 1 (2009): Episode 1 - Timing
Demetri has trouble mustering the necessary anger for a breakup, time traveling for noble purposes and measuring his hobo-ness.
Important Things with Demetri Martin: Season 1 (2009): Episode 2 - Power
Demetri ponders the nature of power, proves that bird ownership is arrogant and introduces The Revenger.
Important Things with Demetri Martin: Season 1 (2009): Episode 3 - Brains
Demetri does away with traditional neuroscience and phrenology as he digs into brains.
Important Things with Demetri Martin: Season 1 (2009): Episode 4 - Chairs
Demetri considers the many mysteries surrounding chairs.
Important Things with Demetri Martin: Season 1 (2009): Episode 5 - Safety
Demetri's safety tips: Employ scented candles as a fire alarm, use pubic hair for home security, and maintain a healthy fear of piñatas.
Important Things with Demetri Martin: Season 1 (2009): Episode 6 - Coolness
Demetri is too cool for clear pants, but he still needs professional help before a date.
Important Things with Demetri Martin: Season 1 (2009): Episode 7 - Games
Demetri trades in fun, games and audience threats while reimagining pro sports as animal duels.
