Late to the party but What We Do in The Shadows is among the funniest TV shows I've ever watched

Submitted by AudioCinematic t3_10lfolh in television

The amount of scenes in it that cripple you from laughter are endless.

Jackie Daytona, taking the Baron out on the town, the acting from all the main cast, the cameos, Colin Robinson, the hilarious one liners and the list goes on had me dying from laughter constantly.

I'm a huge fan of the movie but the TV show personally took it to another level.

I know a lot of people in here will have already watched it but here's hoping even a few people watch it after seeing this thread.

Pizza pie? Worth it!

Edit: Also finished Our Flag Means Death which was very good and currently watching Toast of London. The IT Crowd will probably be next and I've heard great things about Wellington Paranormal.

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bros402 t1_j5wo0ee wrote

> Colin Fucking Robinson

fixed it

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Kayakingtheredriver t1_j5x6hkh wrote

It needs to be said adult Colin Fucking Robinson. I couldn't stomach much little Colin.

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bros402 t1_j5xeptv wrote

the best of little Colin was him singing at the nightclub, then hitting puberty

but little Colin did give us the hypnotizing the people from the school, soooo yeah

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cathbadh t1_j68kb8v wrote

The disgusting beast that crawled from the dessicated corpse of our good friend Colin Robinson?

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HauntingTeacup t1_j5wlo15 wrote

Because I love the movie, I was a bit dubious about watching the series when I found out it had a new cast and a new location. When I finally got to it, I absolutely loved it. It retained the same level of humour as the film and was just as funny. I've enjoyed each season and am eagerly awaiting season 5.

Also, Nadja is the best character. She's so relatable. Except for the whole immortal vampire part.

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kathryn13 t1_j5xc9d6 wrote

Jesk!

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HauntingTeacup t1_j5xfbtr wrote

That whole scene where she's just following him and watching him through the window while he's amusing himself. When she brought out that massive camera, I nearly wet myself.

Sorry if that was a bit too graphic...

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GiantRobot0 t1_j5x5xav wrote

Always good to be suspicious of shows based on films/books/games you enjoyed. I went in worried this may ruin the movie for me, but "creeepy paper" really sold it for me, and it just kept getting better the more you got to know these characters.

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pathofdumbasses t1_j5xdjpu wrote

Strangely enough, I didn't care all that much for the movie but LOVE the show

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themagictoast t1_j5xyy5k wrote

If you like Nadja (Natasia Demetriou) I highly recommend her brother’s sitcom Stath Lets Flats. She played his sister and is amazing in it.

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MrTourette t1_j5yqexe wrote

It's an absolute joy that show, I'm due a rewatch.

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aran69 t1_j5y86an wrote

Nadja and Nadja are my top 2 favs

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Civil-Big-754 t1_j5zmbgn wrote

I would pay stupid money for a Nadja doll. Even being simple and just saying like ten lines.

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BigEvil621 t1_j5x2ms2 wrote

BAT!

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eucr1d t1_j5z69mo wrote

I only came into this thread to upvote the first person I seen say "BAT!"

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itstheropers t1_j5xlhyw wrote

The Curse is undeniably a perfect episode of sitcom television.

"Bloody fucking Mary! That little piss snake thinks she can send a curse to us?!?"

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BrewKazma t1_j5wld90 wrote

You cannot miss Garth Marenghis Darkplace.

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AudioCinematic OP t1_j5wmpzo wrote

It's also bookmarked to watch it eventually and it definitely sounds like something that could be amazing thank you

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BrewKazma t1_j5wmzp7 wrote

Shit, also, the Mighty Boosh. Those are both pretty early in Matt Berrys career.

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jtmh17 t1_j5wpuum wrote

Snuff box too if you can find it on one of the apps

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mikexmachina t1_j5wx6nw wrote

WWDITS is one of the best recent sitcoms, and that cast continues to knock it out of the park, IMO.

The IT Crowd is one of my favorite shows, and if you're a Matt Berry fan you're in for a great time (though just FYI his character doesn't show up until season 2).

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Samalini t1_j5xmo4x wrote

But what an entrance! He’s so good in IT Crowd

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dgags t1_j616vh9 wrote

"I wonder if it's loaded" *fires gun 6 times in own mouth* is probably one of my favorite scenes from that series

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CDuddng t1_j5yqzo6 wrote

Work Outing is probably one of the funniest things I’ve ever seen

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Federico216 t1_j5yrv4r wrote

It's pretty close to a perfect sitcom episode. The way everything gets progressively worse and in the end it all comes neatly together is just beautiful. And there's so many iconic jokes, the episode is super tight.

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KYWizard t1_j5x262j wrote

It's really fucking good. I don't know if there are really cult shows anymore, because everything is so widely available, but this is a very underrated show to say the least.

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KneeHighMischief t1_j5wkx13 wrote

The movie was something I felt like it should be in my wheelhouse but I just couldn't get into it. The show though I really enjoy so much. Matt Berry is the MVP IMO. The most recent season had a far more emotional arc for something so ridiculous.

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kathryn13 t1_j5yvd1v wrote

The thing with this show is that they have these big emotional moments for characters in ridiculous situations. They do a great job of sneaking that in.

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onthewayto-laughtale t1_j5xp21e wrote

loved it but dropped it as the start of s3,something felt off.

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strongbob25 t1_j5ytf6c wrote

To each their own, but I really enjoyed three and four. Yes, there are starting to be some misses among the hits, but it still hits very good very often!

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onthewayto-laughtale t1_j5ywity wrote

it could be just me, i also didnt like our flag means death. i wish they would make the what we do in the moonlight movie thou.

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ArcticFlava t1_j60rnkg wrote

How far in did you get? i was on the fence for first couple of OFMD, then it hooked me.

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didyousayhello t1_j5xmfe9 wrote

Then you should watch Wellington Paranormal. Hilarious!

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coppit t1_j5ywt48 wrote

Vladislav: Leave me to do my dark bidding on the internet!

Viago: What are you bidding on?

Vladislav: I am bidding on a table

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Y0y0y000 t1_j5yj29c wrote

The most devious bastard in New York Citaaaayyy!

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ananbd t1_j5x3ghu wrote

Check out the sub! Always lots of good quotes and weird fan theories.

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syfqamr32 t1_j5xwmx4 wrote

ITS BEEN, ONE WEEK SINCE YOU LOOK AT ME hssjhaahhaa i will never “see” the song the same way again

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Quarbit64 t1_j5xb7cx wrote

Personally I couldn't get into it. I loved the movie, but the show fell flat for me. I think it was simply that the concept worked better in a short 2 hour movie than a multi-season TV show.

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RichardCheeseLicker t1_j5xu4yv wrote

You’ve missed out on the Demon Email and the emotional vampire vs an online troll ☹️

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LetzPlayGameplay t1_j5yp1as wrote

How much did you watch? I was pretty iffy on it until episode 6 where it immediately starts to pick up. Season 2 is all bangers all the time

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Quarbit64 t1_j5z8twp wrote

I think I watched 3 episodes. That's not much, but I didn't see any discussion online about how the first few episodes are dull (e.g. Seinfeld), so I decided to drop it. I might give it a second chance one day.

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LetzPlayGameplay t1_j5znxi9 wrote

Yeah a couple friends told me that's when it gets good and they were spot on. Episode 6 is fantastic. Give it another try if you can

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bajesus t1_j6157ve wrote

Might just not be for you. The episode ratings are pretty level from start to end with a couple of highs like episode 6/7.

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37Schmeckles t1_j5y6z2r wrote

Here with ya buddy. I hit all the standard comedy fares and absolute love them. Parks and rec, Community, iasip, the league, curb - whatever. I love all the well rated highly recommended Comedies.

This show just doesnt hit for me. At all. I dont think i laughed out loud once the entire first season. And the movie was a solid 8-9/10.

No idea why. I might even try and push theough the second season. But looking at the ratings, I just think its one of those ‘not for me’ shows.

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nosht t1_j5ybjtu wrote

> I dont think i laughed out loud once the entire first season.

As somebody who loves the show... first season was more of a background thing for me. I did not laugh too much, but I felt it had the potential to be good.

Season 2 onwards, however: worth your time. Give it a try sometime.

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january_stars t1_j5x9rds wrote

I just discovered this show as well a couple of months ago, and caught up really quickly. It's just so damn funny, one of the best sitcoms in many years. I had never heard of the movie (still haven't seen it) so I can't really compare there, but the show is really something special.

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DenseVoigt t1_j5y2soc wrote

You will absolutely LOVE Toast and IT Crowd. IT crowd just gets better and better, especially with Matt Berry introduced.

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hawkmech67 t1_j5y43bs wrote

Try Wellington Paranormal next.

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MrX16 t1_j5ytxcn wrote

If you want to see some pure Matt Berry weirdness, check out Snuff Box if you can find it and Gareth Marenghi's Darkplace is on Prime.

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KO620181 t1_j5wuxrl wrote

It is truly some of the best comedy writing on television, I say. The writing and then the delivery, it’s just so so good.

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TheNerdChaplain t1_j5wwubf wrote

I don't know where it's available in the States, but also check out Toast of Hollywood when you're done with Toast of London, and also Year of the Rabbit.

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Sassydemure t1_j5x1sji wrote

You’ll love the IT Crowd. We’ve watched four times through. Great cast snd writing.

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Lwe12345 t1_j5x4ms4 wrote

Does it start to catch its stride a few episodes in? It seemed a little over the tops sitcom cheesy for me the first two episodes. I LOVE Richard ayoade, so I want to like the show

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Scoob1978 t1_j5x5sa8 wrote

Watch until season 2 episode 1. If that one doesn't make you laugh you are dead inside.

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oppernaR t1_j5y34ve wrote

If Work Outing doesn't make you laugh so much you throw up we can't be friends.

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Russian_Rocket23 t1_j5yl3lc wrote

Can't stress this comment enough. Season 1 was OK for me, but that episode is where the show really found its stride.

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Sassydemure t1_j5x5elg wrote

I think it does. Keep at it. We love him too! There are quite a few episodes that demonstrate the breadth of his talent. Enjoy!

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Federico216 t1_j5ys6tg wrote

The theatrical overacting is kind of deliberate. It can be a jarring choice at first, but you get used to it.

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Earthwick t1_j5yvpdy wrote

The first two seasons are among televisions best comedies three and four are also good but not as good.

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vaxene t1_j5xzrmn wrote

It's the only show I truly look forward to every season.

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ucancallmevicky t1_j5zgzqc wrote

Yes, I can hear you Clem Fandango (love Toast)

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osmlol t1_j5y9o2w wrote

Check out the movie it. Was based on. It's just as solid.

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Queen_Red t1_j5yjdvb wrote

I love Matt Berry.

I didn’t care for the movie but loved the tv show.

IT crowd is also one my favorites! The whole cast is amazing! Matt berry doesn’t come on into season 2.

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M0therFragger t1_j5yvjj5 wrote

Its a great show, although the most recent season was quite weak when compared to the earlier ones

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FormABruteSquad t1_j5wt52n wrote

I watched Toast last year and while I liked bits of it, mostly it just felt dated. I think it's one of those things that had a specific moment in time.

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Cichlidsaremyjam t1_j5y52tt wrote

I need to giving it another shot. For through some of the first season then stopped.

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thedurs t1_j5ys76m wrote

Fucking Guy

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ComplexToxin t1_j5yu6nt wrote

Definitely one of my favorite shows. When the baron pulled up in his little pink Mercedes I fucking lost it.

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Drodriguez164 t1_j5ywt65 wrote

Welcome to the party, never too late to join

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I_might_be_weasel t1_j5z2rop wrote

I love how they can take a bad joke so far that sheer absurdity makes it funny again. The ending to Go Flip Yourself was one of the best moments of television I've ever seen.

Also, have you seen the original What we do in the Shadows movie? Because, fun fact, Wellington Paranormal is a spinoff of it.

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st_nick1219 t1_j5z8x7w wrote

As a Wisconsinite and someone who is a Packer fan, Nandor's impersonation of the Packer fan family was both hilarious and spot on.

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jellybelly326 t1_j5zmlrs wrote

Omg - WWDITS became such a comfort show of mine. Absolutely hilarious. Our Flag Means Death, Toast, and IT Crowd are HUGE favorites in my home and constantly quoted. I was unsure of Our Flag Means Death at first, but glad I stuck around. Loved it!

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Hopeann t1_j608mjz wrote

This fucking guy

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xxRonzillaxx t1_j5yz1rx wrote

watch the movie. it really sets up the shoe nicely

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LostInStatic t1_j5wjtbx wrote

And then it stops being funny once you reach Season 3!

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rocker2014 t1_j5wr6dt wrote

I remember some people saying this while it was airing, I rewatched the first 3 seasons before Season 4 aired and season 3 was just as good as the first two seasons. Maybe expectations were too high after Jackie Daytona, maybe some people just don't like new things, who knows. But go rewatch Season 3, it's great.

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LostInStatic t1_j5wxmwc wrote

Jemaine Clement leaving this show's writing room has hurt it irreversibly, no way rewatching it will make the Guide not annoying (how do you add Kristen Schaal to a comedy and make her a straight man to the cast) or make the baby Colin Robinson arc not completely idiotic. Literally the only good part of season 3 worth rewatching was the atlantic city episode. For some reason they put all the funny they could muster into just that.

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BassAddictJ t1_j5x04mb wrote

Did realize Jermaine left.

I liked all of it so far. Every season is a winner.

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rocker2014 t1_j5x7w70 wrote

I forgot to mention that one, people who found out Jermaine Clement is less involved and now perceive the show worse.

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