Impractical Jokers

About Impractical Jokers

'Impractical Jokers' is an American hidden camera reality TV series that debuted in 2011 on TruTV. It features four lifelong friends, Brian Quinn, James Murray, Joe Gatto, and Sal Vulcano (collectively known as The Tenderloins), who dare each other to perform outrageous and often embarrassing challenges in public. The joker who fails the most challenges in an episode must endure an even more embarrassing or difficult punishment.

Making / Production

The series is produced by NorthSouth Productions, with Charlie DeBevoise and Mark Hickman serving as executive producers. The production initially faced challenges due to the unpredictability of utilizing the public in their challenges, but has successfully created a unique and humorous show that resonates with a large audience.

Actors

• Brian Quinn 'Q': He plays himself in the series. Known for his fear of spiders, Q brings his own unique humor and reaction to the challenges.
• James Murray 'Murr': Playing himself in the series, Murr is often the butt of the joke due to his slight frame and innocent looking face.
• Joe Gatto: Joe is fearless during challenges which often results in hilarious outcomes. He is also known for his contagious laughter.
• Sal Vulcano: Sal is famous for his inability to hide his emotions. His genuine reactions to the pranks make for unforgettable viewing.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The four main cast members have been friends since high school.
• The show's title doesn't refer to the guys joking around, but to the loser of the most challenges being aptly named the 'Impractical Joker' of the episode.
• During production, if a joker cannot complete a challenge, they are automatically 'thumbs-downed'.

Awards

While 'Impractical Jokers' hasn't won any major awards, it has a devoted fanbase and consistently high viewership.

Quotes

• "I'm not good with conflict. That's why I avoid it whenever I can." - Sal Vulcano
• "Just to set the record straight, I'm not scared of everything." - Brian Quinn 'Q'
• "I'm on the right track, baby. I was born this way." - James Murray 'Murr'

Music, Soundtrack

• The show mainly uses a variety of stock or library music. Specific pieces are selected to match the humor and location of the pranks.