The Joe Schmo Show - Season One Uncensored

I loved every whacky moment of this darling show. This has got to be the silliest, smartest parody on "reality" type shows that has been produced. Everything that goes into making a great production is in this series. The writing, (much of which had to have been added once filming was done), is clever and on target every episode. The cast of characters is right on point and could have been plucked from any number of "reality" shows. But what brought them to the point of brilliance is the creative acting of the cast. Literally a laugh a minute. I wonder how the actors managed to keep straight faces.....most of the time. The asides to the viewer serve as extra ticklers to the funny bone. OMG! Whoever thought up "The man pouch"? ..... Or the ventriloquist dummy who is a dead ringer for ....well.....I can't give it all away. Hilarious! The set is bawdy, outrageous and tacky to the extreme. Just the ticket for a show that is also all of those things. The crew of writers and producers make appearances during the show to bring the viewer into the joke by commenting on what is happening In the moment. The viewer quickly buys into the need to keep the "Shmo" from figuring out that it's all a huge "put-on". Can they make it to the final episode without him realizing what's really going on? Anyone who has ever watched an episode of any one of the "Survivor" series will immediately recognize the elimination ceremony. . . taken to the extreme. Then there's Chase (poor Chase) who is taking all the shenanigans with the utmost seriousness. He desperately wants to win. Throughout each episode, he appears on camera to share his take on the "competition" . His commentary on events is made ever more hilarious because he is the only one who is not in on the joke. Chase has to be one of the sweetest, gentle hearted, good natured innocents on planet earth. How could he not figure it out? As a viewer, I cannot help but wonder if he isn't just too good. If the whole Thing isn't just one huge joke on the viewer? Hmmmm....if it is, it's one darned funny joke.

When this show aired in the Fall of 2003 I was totally there every week. Truly inventive in the sea of "reality" shows, this one poked fun at all of them. Having one real person in the midst of a cast of loonies was quite simply, brilliant. This show definitely offers one of the best casts of actors assembled in awhile, and they all perform wonderfully in their assigned "reality" roles. From the "Rich Bitch," to the "Gay Guy" (Kip, who is hilarious and more sweet than offensive--thankfully), to the crusty military Veteran, the actors continuously provide hilarity with their take on cliched reality show contestants and situations. The one character that stands out most is the Real World III inspired, Puck wannabe "The Hutch" who picks his nose, burps at the table, doesn't shower, and "tells it like it is." He delivers some of the best lines, including one on how he "respected" another cast member. However, the real star of this piece is a real, nice guy by the name of Matt Kennedy Gould. The creators, once again, struck gold in their casting. Always trying to do the right thing, he offers sometimes touching moments that are quite surprising for such a silly, sometimes raunchy show. His reaction upon learning the truth provides the biggest of these moments and wonderfully closes the show with some class. Even if you aren't a "reality" show type of person (such as myself) I do believe you'll get a good time out of the show. I personally have only watched The Real World 1-3 (before it turned into softcore porn), and parts of other shows (like Fear Factor), and I got what was being ripped on here. Sadly, there aren't too many extras--a full commentary from the entire cast would have been something, as would additional commentary from Matt, along with more footage of what the actors were doing while Matt wasn't there, but the show itself is worth viewing. Some have commented on the censorship and sadly it is in some places, but there was one part that needed to be. According to a now gone tv database website, the character of Kip was not actually naked during one of the games. This show was re-aired under the name "Mo'Joe Schmo" (why wasn't that included?), where there was pop-up text pieces written by Matt where he revealed that Kip was wearing something, so they covered him with the pixels to give the impression he was actually naked. I hope things like this don't detour you from viewing this excellent show, as you can hear and see what's censored in other entertainment (Is it really that hard to see nudity?). The stuff surrounding is what really matters--and it's pretty damn good.

I've watched a lot of reality tv and this show is excellent for so many reasons! The Joe Schmo seems to be a legitimately great guy! You'll notice some comedic actors that got this gig before going on to much bigger things (Kristen Wiig). The show is relatively thoughtful, very funny, and incredibly entertaining! I recommend it to everyone who enjoys good television and even those who dismiss reality tv as silly - a very funny show that can be enjoyed by so many people!! The special features on the dvd are great. It was made way before the time where High Definition was standard so you'll have to expect lower picture quality. I can honestly say this show is hilarious and can really be enjoyed on a lot of different levels!! Go Joe Schmo! P.S. seasons 2 and 3 are great as well but the first season is the bee's knees (best)!!!

Bought this on the back of a trailer on a Ren and Stimpy Dvd I own. It's basically like Big Brother, but with all contestants apart from one being actors. What an amazing idea!!! I love it. The series runs 8 parts - I did enjoy it a lot and I guess 3/5 is a little middle, it could have been better imo. There are a couple of nutty bits, but a little bit tame for my liking overall. Part 8 is mostly a recap episode - which is okay, but when you binge watch, as I did, is a mostly repetitive eppy. The end is a bit more syrupy than I like. However, it's definetly an entertaining enough programme overall - If your going to buy it, try and get it as cheap as you can- if your paying around £30 for it, I personally think that's too much for the entertainment you'll get. Half that and it's worth a spin. I'll give this show a 6/10. Note: Having finished this Season, I still ordered Season 2. Which is testament that it is a decent show.

I wish they would make another Joe Schmo! The second season is like a bachelor dating show and is my fav! Season 1 is awesome! season 3 is a bounty hunter one and has Lorenzo Llamas

JUST BUY IT! Get a group of friends together and laugh your asses off! It’s as good as you remember!

Previously bought this as a gift for a friend and decided to buy a copy for myself as well. If you didn't see the show when it aired, buy it! And if you, buy it anyway! Worth the re-watch.

Loved this show when it came-out on Spike. Very entertaining. A must for Krystin Wigg fans (Dr. Pat).