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The Mads are Back

The Mads are Back

2020Returning Series5 Seasons53 Episodes9.0TMDB
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Frank Conniff and Trace Beaulieu are back in the movie-riffing business. They wrote, and starred as Dr. Clayton Forrester/Crow T. Robot (Trace) and TV’s Frank (Frank) on a little Minnesotan puppet show you may have heard of called Mystery Science Theater 3000. Now they’re at it again, riffing movies across the US and live online, every second Tuesday of the month.

Created by: Frank Conniff, Trace Beaulieu

Season 5 Episodes

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Episode 1: The Giant Gila Monster

Oct 29, 2024 · 1h 6m

Mystery Science Theater 3000's Trace Beaulieu & Frank Conniff return after a brief hiatus for a big Halloween special that finds them live-riffing the 1959 sci-fi schlock classic, THE GIANT GILA MONSTER! A movie that feature far too little monster, and way too much chatting about skid marks. Joining The Mads for a special Q&A following the movie are Rich Koz & Jim Roche, better known respectively as Svengoolie and the Executive Producer of Svengoolie! Hosted by Chris Gersbeck. Written & Performed by Trace Beaulieu & Frank Conniff Produced by Chris Gersbeck

Episode 2: A Night of Toons

Dec 10, 2024 · 58m

Mystery Science Theater 3000's Trace Beaulieu & Frank Conniff are back for an all-new holiday special that finds them live-riffing a batch of truly bizarre shorts. But this time: THEY'RE ALL ANIMATED! Following the show, Trace & Frank are joined by animation historian Jerry Beck for a live Q&A discussing Jerry's role in introducing America to Japanese animation, the intricacies of stop-motion animation, and favorite animated Christmas specials! A Night of Toons features the following shorts: Johnny Cypher in Dimension Zero - Invasion of the Shadowmen (1967) Camel Tom Thumb in King Arthur's Court (1963) Accident Prevention Aboard Ship (1951) The Interesting Guest & A Man's Nightmare Farmer Al Falfa's Ape Girl (1932) Joop Geesink's Dollywood - Philips Light Show (1946) Christmas Cartoon; Toyland (1932) Written & Performed by Trace Beaulieu & Frank Conniff Produced by Chris Gersbeck

Episode 3: Bride of the Gorilla

Feb 11, 2025 · 1h 1m

The Mads Are BACK! Mystery Science Theater 3000's Trace Beaulieu ("Dr. Clayton Forrester" and "Crow T. Robot") and Frank Conniff ("TV's Frank") present an all-new live-riff the 1951 B-movie BRIDE OF THE GORILLA, starring Raymond Burr, Barbara Payton and Lon Chaney Jr. just in time for Valentine's Day! Followed by a Q&A w/ comedian, writer, and artist Rachel Lichtman (Programme 4). Written & Performed by Trace Beaulieu & Frank Conniff Produced by Chris Gersbeck Artwork by Carmen Cerra

Episode 4: A Night of Springtime Shorts

Apr 15, 2025 · 1h 1m

Mystery Science Theater 3000's Trace Beaulieu ("Dr. Clayton Forrester" & "Crow T. Robot") and Frank Conniff ("TV's Frank") present an all-new episode of their long-running livestream series The Mads Are Back, featuring the iconic duo riffing on a batch of bizarre vintage shorts, just in time for Spring! Plus, joining The Mads for a Q&A following the riff is comedian Kevin McDonald from the legendary sketch troupe THE KIDS IN THE HALL, to chat about his rock opera Superstar, his brief stint guest writing on Saturday Night Live, favorite KITH sketches, Jack Benny, his Seinfeld cameo, and much, much more! Purchasing this will grant you download & steaming access to both the full livestream edition of the show, the movie-only edition of the show, the entire pre-show, plus bonus features including two fan trailers created specifically for this event. Written & Performed by Trace Beaulieu & Frank Conniff Produced by Chris Gersbeck Artwork by Carmen Cerra

Season 5 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did The Mads are Back Season 5 premiere?

The Mads are Back Season 5 premiered on October 29, 2024.

How many episodes are in The Mads are Back Season 5?

The Mads are Back Season 5 has 4 episodes.

What is the first episode of The Mads are Back Season 5?

The season opens with Season 5 Episode 1, "The Giant Gila Monster". It aired on October 29, 2024.

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