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Jon Benjamin Has a Van
2011·Show
·10Episodes in1Season·
Jon Benjamin Has a Van fingerprint
Very funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness4
- Wholesome2
- Catharsis2
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and cringe comedy
- Absurdist Humor10
- Cringe Humor9
- Wit & Wordplay8
World
Everyday modern life
- Novelty9
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and dialogue
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Meta Narrative8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Visual Stylization6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of absurdist humor and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor10Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor9Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
Craft
HighStandout performances and dialogue
The performances and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative8Stories about storytelling.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
News travels fast. Jon Benjamin travels faster.
Jon Benjamin Has a Van is a live-action television comedy series that aired in the summer of 2011 on Comedy Central. The series stars Jon Benjamin as a reporter who tours around in a van to deliver uninteresting news to the viewers and to unsuspecting people while utilizing scripted scenes for narrative reasons. The series' cancellation was announced in April 2012.
Special guests include Patton Oswalt, David Cross, Jon Glaser, Eric Wareheim, Tim Heidecker, Matt Walsh, Ian Roberts, Jay Johnston, Bob Odenkirk, Chloé Dumas, Jerry Minor, Andy Richter, Larry Murphy, Rich Fulcher, Chris Parnell, Brendon Small, and Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett.
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Questions about Jon Benjamin Has a Van
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Is Jon Benjamin Has a Van worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Metacritic 52). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Jon Benjamin Has a Van rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How many seasons does Jon Benjamin Has a Van have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 10 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on Jon Benjamin Has a Van?
Critics52
Audiences74
Not quite. Audiences rate Jon Benjamin Has a Van higher (74) than critics (52). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did Jon Benjamin Has a Van air?
S1
It ran from 2011 to 2011 and has ended.
What language is Jon Benjamin Has a Van in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Jon Benjamin Has a Van?
4
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