Too Funny to Fail: The Life & Death of The Dana Carvey Show

About Too Funny to Fail: The Life & Death of The Dana Carvey Show

"Too Funny to Fail: The Life & Death of The Dana Carvey Show" is a documentary film released in 2017. The highlight of the film is The Dana Carvey Show, a brilliant yet short-lived sketch comedy show spearheaded by Dana Carvey, a popular 'Saturday Night Live' alumnus. The film meticulously explores the creation of the comedy show, the challenges it faced, and the factors that led to its eventual demise.

Making / Production

The documentary was directed by Josh Greenbaum and offers a comprehensive view of the production of 'The Dana Carvey Show'. It delves into the highs and lows of the show's journey, from its inception to its end, highlighting the creative genius of the team behind it.

Actors

• Dana Carvey: Playing himself, Carvey unfolds his experiences and insights into the creation and untimely end of his show.
• Steve Carell: Steve, who was a team member of 'The Dana Carvey Show', revisits the tumultuous journey by playing himself.
• Robert Smigel: As the mainstay writer of the show, Robert gives an in-depth account of the show's creative process.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Dana Carvey Show introduced many now-famous comedic actors, including Steve Carell and Stephen Colbert.
• Although the show was short-lived, it is often praised for its unique creative courage and humor.
• Dana Carvey turned down $3 million to make a film in order to do The Dana Carvey Show.

Quotes

• “Every time I got shot out of a cannon, it was really me.“ - Dana Carvey
• “I don't want to be doing a sketch that I am embarrassed of while I am doing it.“ - Steve Carell

Music, Soundtrack

• "The Dana Carvey Show" theme song, a playful tune that perfectly set the mood for the show's humorous skits.