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MADtv

MADtv

Description: A sketch comedy series, based on the long-running MAD Magazine, that spoofs TV shows, movies, music videos and other pop-culture staples. Celebrity guests stop by from time to time to help the cast members poke fun. Many episodes also feature performances by popular musical acts.
Genre: Comedy, Reality-TV, Talk-Show
Year Released: 1995
Number of seasons: 15
Number of episodes: 329
First episode air date: October 14, 1995
Networks: The CW, Fox Broadcasting Company
Writers: J. J. Philbin
Program Creators: Fax Bahr, Adam Small
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