Inside Amy Schumer

About Inside Amy Schumer

"Inside Amy Schumer" is an American sketch comedy series that premiered on April 30, 2013, on Comedy Central. Created and hosted by its namesake, Amy Schumer, the show features Schumer in scripted vignettes, stand-up bits, and off-the-street interviews. The series was designed to provide an exploration of everyday life and the relationships of a woman in the modern world, presenting topics with humor and a biting edge.

Making / Production

The series was produced by JAX Media and Comedy Central. Apart from Schumer, the show's production team included Daniel Powell, Steven Ast, and Jessi Klein. "Inside Amy Schumer" went on to air four seasons, with a total of 39 aired episodes. The final episode aired on June 16, 2016.

Actors

• Amy Schumer as herself - The central figure of the show, Schumer offers humorous reflections on her personal experiences and pop culture commentary.
• Kevin Kane as various characters - Kane appeared in multiple sketches, showcasing his range as an actor.
• Mike Houston as various characters - Like Kane, Houston contributed to the series by taking on a variety of different roles.
• Megan Neuringer as various characters - Neuringer often played eccentric but endearing characters on Schumer's show.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show often integrates Amy's stand-up comedy routines, using them as a framing narrative for the sketches.
• Several episodes contain interviews with people on the street, conducted by Amy herself.
• The show often features celebrity guest stars who participate in sketches or interviews.

Awards

The show was critically acclaimed and also had its share of accolades. Its most significant win came in 2015 when it clinched the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Sketch Series.

Quotes

• "You have to pretend like you want to use a condom."
• "I’m not good at the advice; can I interest you in a sarcastic comment?"
• "I get labeled a sex comic. But if a guy got up on stage and pulled his dick out, everybody would say: ‘He’s a thinker.' "

Music, Soundtrack

• The opening theme of the show is "Inside Amy Schumer Theme" composed by Questlove.
• The closing theme song is "Bars" by They Might Be Giants.