The Gong Show with Dave Attell

22min

Comedy

The Gong Show with Dave Attell is a revival of the 1970s Chuck Barris comedy game show called The Gong Show, hosted by comedian Dave Attell. The show premiered on July 17, 2008. It was produced by Adam Sandler's production company Happy Madison Productions and Sony Pictures Television.

Episodes

Cast

Premiere

1. Premiere

17th Jul 2008

Host Dave Attell presents a wild talent showcase with guest judges Dave Navarro, Andy Dick and J.B. Smoove. Acts include a midget world wrestling champion, a water glass symphony, and the monkey burlesque show.

Episode Two

2. Episode Two

24th Jul 2008

Dave Attell brings together Steve Schirripa, Brian Posehn, and Triumph, the Insult Comic Dog to judge an outrageous talent showcase. Acts include the human pincushion, a 300-lb escape artist and a man who kicks himself in the head.

Episode Three

3. Episode Three

31st Jul 2008

Dave Attell hosts a new version of the classic variety show featuring a rotating panel of special guests, including Ron White, Jim Norton, J.B. Smoove and a revolving door of outrageous acts for them to rag on.

Episode Four

4. Episode Four

7th Aug 2008

Steve Schrippa, Brian Posehn and Andy Dick serve as judges as they watch acts that include the Va-Va Sisters, a man who bounces his breasts, while he beat-boxes and a man who plays the bagpipes while on a unicycle.

Episode Five

5. Episode Five

14th Aug 2008

Adam Carolla, Dana Goodman, Julia Wolov and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog serve as judges, while acts include a man who uses a drill to get a corkscrew into his nose; a guy who does extreme tricks on a unicycle, and a magician who hides cards in unusual places.

Episode Six

6. Episode Six

21st Aug 2008

Greg Giraldo, Dave Navarro and Andy Dick serve as judges, while acts include a man who balances a running lawn mower on his face and a contortionist that plays pool.

Episode Seven

7. Episode Seven

28th Aug 2008

Kate Walsh, Adam Carolla, and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog serve as judges, while acts include the human helicopter and a one man horn band.

Episode Eight

8. Episode Eight

4th Sep 2008

Jim Norton, Ron White and J.B. Smoove serve as judges; while acts include a plus-size male stripper; a group that uses ladders and recyclables as musical instruments; and an extreme athlete that uses a pogo stick.

First air date

17th Jul 2008

Last air date

4th Sep 2008

Status

Ended

Type

Scripted

Original language

en

Networks