The BEST episodes of Comedy Bang! Bang!

Every episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Comedy Bang! Bang!!

Based on Scott Aukerman’s popular podcast of the same name, COMEDY BANG! BANG! cleverly riffs on the well-known format of the late night talk show, infusing celebrity appearances and comedy sketches with a tinge of the surreal.

Last Updated: 12/25/2023Network: IFCStatus: Ended
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Gillian Jacobs Wears A Red Dress With Sail Boats
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9.38
53 votes

#1 - Gillian Jacobs Wears A Red Dress With Sail Boats

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/16/2013

Actors Gillian Jacobs and Jason Mantzoukas stop by Comedy Bang! Bang! in the midst of Scott and Reggie trying to answer cliffhangers throughout the episode. Does Reggie’s new girlfriend have a secret agenda? Will Scott seek revenge over his stolen sandwich? Who’s inside the mysterious coffin on set? Special Guests: Chris Hardwick, Adam Scott and Michaela Watkins.

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“Weird Al” Yankovic Wears A Hawaiian Shirt
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9.24
49 votes

#2 - “Weird Al” Yankovic Wears A Hawaiian Shirt

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/10/2012

Host Scott Aukerman welcomes guest "Weird Al" Yankovic, who smashes all musical conventions. Tenacious D stops by to play a new song. Scott and bandleader Reggie Watts use their new greenscreen technology, with disastrous results.The Potato Chip Woman visits to share the highlights of her incredible collection. Also, Reggie makes Scott a sandwich.

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Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber Wears a Purple Top Hat & Fabrice Fabrice Wears One Pink Fur Leg Warmer
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9.23
48 votes

#3 - Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber Wears a Purple Top Hat & Fabrice Fabrice Wears One Pink Fur Leg Warmer

Season 5 - Episode 20 - Aired 12/2/2016

Scott receives some disturbing news that may mean the end of Comedy Bang! Bang! forever, but before the end, old chums Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber and Fabrice Fabrice stop by to wish the gang goodbye.

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Pee-wee Herman Wears a Halloween Costume
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9.09
57 votes

#4 - Pee-wee Herman Wears a Halloween Costume

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 10/25/2013

Pee-wee Herman casts spells and saves Scott's life for Halloween; Reggie has a surprise costume of his own; Scott finds a killer from his past; Reggie Watts; Pee-wee Herman.

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The Lonely Island Wear Dark Pants and Eyeglasses
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8.99
93 votes

#5 - The Lonely Island Wear Dark Pants and Eyeglasses

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/3/2016

The Lonely Island shows off their new merchandise; Gil Faizon and George St. Geegland discuss their upcoming Broadway show.

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Zoe Saldana Wears A Tan Blouse & Glasses
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8.86
56 votes

#6 - Zoe Saldana Wears A Tan Blouse & Glasses

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/9/2013

Scott welcomes actress Zoe Saldana to the set as she discusses – err spoils – her next movie. Reggie swaps places with a cop, and director “Garry Marshall” talks about his surprising new project. Special Guest: John Carroll Lynch.

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Elizabeth Banks Wears a Red Dress
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8.81
52 votes

#7 - Elizabeth Banks Wears a Red Dress

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/27/2012

When his guest Elizabeth Banks says the word of the day, host Scott Aukerman is forced to take action. While Scott nervously interviews a famous critic who is reviewing the show, a teamster interrupts to invite bandleader Reggie Watts and Scott on a "mind vacation". Smooth Jazz legend Barry R drops in to perform. Scott hosts a round of his game "What Do These Initials Stand For?"

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Andy Dick Wears a Black Suit Jacket & Skinny Tie
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8.74
54 votes

#8 - Andy Dick Wears a Black Suit Jacket & Skinny Tie

Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 11/22/2013

When Scott runs late for work, Reggie and guest Andy Dick explore the endless possibilities that one missed bus can make. A mysterious stranger has dire advice for Scott and his mechanic reveals the best location for underground comedy.

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Jim Gaffigan Wears a Blue Jacket & Plum T-Shirt
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8.73
51 votes

#9 - Jim Gaffigan Wears a Blue Jacket & Plum T-Shirt

Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 11/15/2013

Scott and Reggie welcome guest Jim Gaffigan to the show. Scott's slacker friend takes up residence on the set and everyone's favorite novelty furniture is back: Billy Big Mouth Bass!

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Aziz Ansari Wears A Charcoal Blazer
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8.66
65 votes

#10 - Aziz Ansari Wears A Charcoal Blazer

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/19/2013

Scott's sick! An elite team is dispatched inside his body (Chris Meloni, Echo Kellum, Kulap Vilaysack) to fix him while he interviews Aziz Ansari and craft services coordinator Fabrice Fabrice (Nick Kroll). Scott teaches us an important lesson about bathroom hygiene and gets a little too friendly with Aziz and his bodyguard (Cedric Yarborough).

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Casey Wilson Wears A White Lace Dress & A Black Blazer
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8.64
59 votes

#11 - Casey Wilson Wears A White Lace Dress & A Black Blazer

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/13/2013

Inspired by “I Dreamed A Dream,” Casey Wilson sings her heart out during this week’s musical extravaganza episode. We find out who lives below the studio and learn a valuable lesson about the importance of talking. Special Guest: Thomas Lennon and Paul F. Tomkins.

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Jenna Fischer Wears a Floral Blouse & Black Heels
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8.64
58 votes

#12 - Jenna Fischer Wears a Floral Blouse & Black Heels

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/22/2014

An inspector narrows down the suspects of a murder that occurred in the studio; Jenna Fischer shares a clip from her appearance on the British version of "Comedy Bang! Bang!"

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Seth Rogen Wears a Plaid Shirt & Brown Pants
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8.63
52 votes

#13 - Seth Rogen Wears a Plaid Shirt & Brown Pants

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/6/2012

Host Scott Aukerman interviews Seth Rogen about his recent vacation. Scott uses his psychic powers to listen in on people's most private thoughts. The world's top child bird caller visits and performs. Bandleader Reggie Watts interrupts the show to paint a portrait of Scott. Scott leads everyone in the game "What's Their Ailment?"

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Jessica Alba Wears a Jacket with Patent Leather Pumps
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8.63
57 votes

#14 - Jessica Alba Wears a Jacket with Patent Leather Pumps

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/1/2013

Jessica Alba drops by and meets some very interesting characters, including a visit from The King of Cards. Scott travels the country helping women with their sweater woes.

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Brie Larson Wears a Billowy Long-Sleeve Shirt and White Saddle Shoes
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8.62
50 votes

#15 - Brie Larson Wears a Billowy Long-Sleeve Shirt and White Saddle Shoes

Season 4 - Episode 23 - Aired 7/23/2015

The Comedy Bang! Bang! crew takes off for summer vacation, leaving Scott and Kid Cudi to finish the season with a ragtag crew of misfits. Meanwhile, Brie Larson plays "What’s In Her Bag?" and orphan boy Fourvel (Bobby Moynihan) gives tips to stay out of the summer heat.

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Karen Gillan Wears A Black and White Striped Pullover and Coral Skirt
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8.62
47 votes

#16 - Karen Gillan Wears A Black and White Striped Pullover and Coral Skirt

Season 4 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/28/2015

Karen Gillan spills movie secrets, and small business owner George Groiny Melendez reveals his less than savory profession. Meanwhile, Scott is torn between his new writers and the comedy of yesteryear.

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Cobie Smulders Wears a Strapless Black & White Dress
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8.61
59 votes

#17 - Cobie Smulders Wears a Strapless Black & White Dress

Season 2 - Episode 19 - Aired 12/13/2013

In this special lost episode, we visit the show’s origins with guest Cobie Smulders. Also, a very charming magician drops by the set.

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Sarah Silverman Wears a Black Dress With A White Collar
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8.59
58 votes

#18 - Sarah Silverman Wears a Black Dress With A White Collar

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/30/2013

Scott gets tongue-tied during his interview with Sarah Silverman. The world’s fastest talker goes for the record. Scott reveals his secrets to getting camera ready. Plus: Is Little Ladder’s life in jeopardy? Special Guests: Adam DeVine and Joe Lo Truglio.

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Andy Samberg Wears a Plaid Shirt & Glasses
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8.58
62 votes

#19 - Andy Samberg Wears a Plaid Shirt & Glasses

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/12/2013

Scott welcomes comedian Andy Samberg to the couch to discuss how to pick up girls and stay out of the doctor’s office. Later, renowned psychic Tan Fu (Jordan Peele) stops by, Reggie Watts enters a cybernetic computer world and Scott's rewarded for his unintentional appetite for prunes.

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Andy Richter Wears A Suit Jacket & A Baby Blue Button Down Shirt
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8.58
57 votes

#20 - Andy Richter Wears A Suit Jacket & A Baby Blue Button Down Shirt

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/23/2013

Scott invites Andy Richter to the couch along with actor Mike Hanford. Later, Scott and Reggie visit the big apple to invest their money. Finally, we find out who stole Reggie’s bike. Special Guest: Michael Ian Black.

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Craig Robinson Wears a Bordeaux Button Down & Dark Jeans
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8.55
56 votes

#21 - Craig Robinson Wears a Bordeaux Button Down & Dark Jeans

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/15/2014

Craig Robinson has a question on his mind; Reggie is taken up to space to battle an alien race; Scott helps renovate homes; a comedy team hides a deadly secret.

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Jon Hamm Wears a Light Blue Shirt & Silver Watch
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8.55
60 votes

#22 - Jon Hamm Wears a Light Blue Shirt & Silver Watch

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/22/2012

A film student directs a segment with guest Jon Hamm. Also: a visit from a man who eats bicycles.

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Amy Poehler Wears a Black Jacket & Grey Pants
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8.55
64 votes

#23 - Amy Poehler Wears a Black Jacket & Grey Pants

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/15/2012

Comic Amy Poehler discusses her hair and her feud with Mad Magazine.

Directors: Benjamin Berman
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Fred Armisen Wears Black Jeans & Glasses
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8.54
57 votes

#24 - Fred Armisen Wears Black Jeans & Glasses

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/29/2014

Fred Armisen and Scott are up for the same late night talk show hosting job; Reggie's ultimate fantasy is revealed.

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Chris Hardwick Wears a Black Polo & Weathered Boots
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8.51
53 votes

#25 - Chris Hardwick Wears a Black Polo & Weathered Boots

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 11/14/2014

The new "Comedy Bang! Bang!" secretary; Reggie stars in a new commercial; a visit from the aspiring Honorary Mayor of Hollywood.

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