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Trigger Happy TV

2000·Show
16Episodes in3Seasons·TV-PG
75
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Very funny, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness3
  • Wonder3
  • Nostalgia2

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and cringe comedy

  • Physical Comedy9
  • Cringe Humor9
  • Absurdist Humor9

World

Everyday modern life and show business

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Dialogue Quality6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

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About

Trigger Happy TV is a hidden camera/practical joke reality television series. The original British edition of the show, produced by Absolutely Productions, starred Dom Joly and ran for two series on the British television channel Channel 4 from 2000 to 2003. Although Channel 4 is owned and operated by the Channel Four Television Corporation, he made a name for himself as the sole star of the show, which he produced and directed with cameraman Sam Cadman.
Hidden Camera PranksAbsurdist ComedyCringe HumorPhysical ComedyBritish Sketch ShowUnpredictable SituationsPublic Interaction ComedyIronic HumorEccentric Characters

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Questions about Trigger Happy TV

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Is Trigger Happy TV worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Trigger Happy TV rated?

TV-PGStrong language

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How many seasons does Trigger Happy TV have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 16 episodes of about 23 minutes each.

When did Trigger Happy TV air?

It ran from 2000 to 2001 and has ended.

What language is Trigger Happy TV in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Trigger Happy TV?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Trigger Happy TV in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Trigger Happy TV use?

Feathered FiendThe UnintelligibleNO INDOOR VOICEUncomfortable Elevator Moment"Wanted!" PosterJump ScareAx-CrazySpy SpeakFunny Background EventPolice Are UselessStealth InsultCandid Camera Prankand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Trigger Happy TV, including Feathered Fiend, The Unintelligible, NO INDOOR VOICE.