Rhett & Link on IFC ~ COMMERCIAL KINGS

THE "BIG SECRET" IS FINALLY PUBLIC

Coming Soon: IFC Renews The Onion News Network Plus So Much More

By Melissa Locker on 03/23/2011

Pardon me. We have some very exciting news and need everyone making that drumrolling sound on the table with pencils, pens, and hands and whatnot. All set? Okay, commence drumroll please. IFC is pleased to announce that we have renewed the Onion News Network for a second season. Or in the words of Brooke Alvarez, "The Onion News Network has allowed IFC to broadcast our programming for a second season. You're welcome, huddled masses." However you spin it, we are excited to have the best (only?) news network on cable on our air for another season. Now to borrow a line from the best late night infomercials, but wait, there's more!

In addition, IFC has green lit four new original series: "Commercial Kings" from Reveille, "Young, Broke & Beautiful" produced by 44 Pictures, "Whisker Wars" produced by Thom Beers' Original Productions, and "Bullet in the Face," created and written by Alan Spencer. But don't order yet, because for a limited time we are willing to double that offer and give you ~~two Ginzu knives~~ two more original series currently in development. We are working on an untitled variety show hosted by Comedy Death-Ray's Scott Aukerman and "Pointless" created by Ethan Berlin and Eric Bryant, which came to IFC through the New York Television Festival.

What are these brilliant new shows we will soon be offering? Well they won't whiten your whites or organize your closet, but we are pretty sure these shows will (sham) wow you.

Commercial Kings premieres Friday, June 24th at 10 p.m. Starring filmmakers and comedy duo Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal, this docu-comedy series follows the pair as they travel across America, developing and producing commercials for local businesses. The show's concept is based on Rhett and Link's popular website, www.ilovelocalcommercials.com, which has made the duo an internet sensation with over 80 million views on YouTube.

So, talk it up Kommunity!

Let's hear your thoughts on the project.

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K-ModPermalink Reply by Gumbo123 on June 20, 2011 at 1:20pm

first episode of the upcoming show - - now posted here courtesy of HULU

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Permalink Reply by Carlie (Phantasmagoric) on June 20, 2011 at 7:32pm

I'm not really sure what to expect from this show yet, but Rhett & Link just have this funny way of reminding us to never expect anything less than the best from them with every new video they create. I'm sure this show will be no different! I will officially be clearing my Friday night schedule for the rest of the summer to watch the amazing Commercial Kings. From Internetainment to Teletainment, I'm hooked on Rhett and Link!

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Permalink Reply by Jalena on June 20, 2011 at 11:40pm

I'm really hoping that it will basically just be set up like the short videos they were making behind the scenes for their other commercials. I have a feeling that because it's on IFC (and not nearly all of the other channels on TV) it probably will be extremely similar, but with commercials.

The live stream bit will be very interesting to watch afterwords, hopefully.

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Permalink Reply by Alice (The Aisling) on June 21, 2011 at 12:53am

Okay, so when I watched the first episode on Hulu, other than loving it, I noticed Link take a major spill in one of the commercial bumpers. Looked REALLY painful. Now I'm trying to find that clip again but my initial scans aren't turning anything up. If anybody sees it and posts a time stamp or something I'd be very grateful.

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K-ModPermalink Reply by Gumbo123 on June 21, 2011 at 12:05pm

@ 13:40 Link takes a nose dive . . . OUCH ! ! !

Alice (The Aisling) said:

Okay, so when I watched the first episode on Hulu, other than loving it, I noticed Link take a major spill in one of the commercial bumpers. Looked REALLY painful. Now I'm trying to find that clip again but my initial scans aren't turning anything up. If anybody sees it and posts a time stamp or something I'd be very grateful.

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Permalink Reply by Shanelka Barboan(ChenaLeo) on June 21, 2011 at 3:16pm

I was so excited when you guys first told us you were going to have you own show.

Now that the time has come and I have finally seen a commercial for Commercial Kings I am super super excited to watch it. Just from the pretty much 5 second commercial I saw I can tell you guys right now.. your show will be a hit! for all your Fans you have right now! From this show I am sure you guys with double maybe even triple the amount of fans you have.

I can't wait until Friday to finally watch what I have been waiting for FOREVER! I love you guys! And keep up the AWESOME work!

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K-ModPermalink Reply by Gumbo123 on June 21, 2011 at 3:30pm

if you truly "can't wait", just look back 6 posts from here and watch it 4 days early - - courtesy of Rhett & Link & HULU . . . and watch out at 13:40 for THE BIG TRIP

Shanelka Barboan(ChenaLeo) said:

I can't wait until Friday to finally watch what I have been waiting for FOREVER! I love you guys! And keep up the AWESOME work!

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Permalink Reply by Alice (The Aisling) on June 21, 2011 at 6:27pm

Thanks Gumbo! Yeah, rewatching it that looks like it really hurt! Someone tweeted, asking Link about it and Link said he nearly broke his elbow. >.br/>

Gumbo123 said:

@ 13:40 Link takes a nose dive . . . OUCH ! ! !

Alice (The Aisling) said:
Okay, so when I watched the first episode on Hulu, other than loving it, I noticed Link take a major spill in one of the commercial bumpers. Looked REALLY painful. Now I'm trying to find that clip again but my initial scans aren't turning anything up. If anybody sees it and posts a time stamp or something I'd be very grateful.

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Permalink Reply by Heather S. (Moosquid) on June 23, 2011 at 9:53pm

What is Commercial Kings rated? Is it kid-friendly? Any ideas?

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K-ModPermalink Reply by Gumbo123 on June 23, 2011 at 10:45pm

according to DirectTV and IFC Network information, tomorrow's first episode is TV-14 (which I believe is like PG for movies) - - If you have any concerns, you could ask your parents to preview the entire episode on HULU or here on the Kommunity pages. > > > Episode #1 ~ Cats & Dogs

Heather S. (Moosquid) said:

What is Commercial Kings rated? Is it kid-friendly? Any ideas?

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Permalink Reply by Heather S. (Moosquid) on June 23, 2011 at 11:42pm

I'm not concerned for my family but for my friend's family, as she has little siblings. Thanks!

Gumbo123 said:

according to DirectTV and IFC Network information, tomorrow's first episode is TV-14 (which I believe is like PG for movies) - - If you have any concerns, you could ask your parents to preview the entire episode on HULU or here on the Kommunity pages. > > > Episode #1 ~ Cats & Dogs

Heather S. (Moosquid) said:
What is Commercial Kings rated? Is it kid-friendly? Any ideas?

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Permalink Reply by Madison (Sia-Merhorse) on June 25, 2011 at 12:21am

The premiere show, live broadcast, and overall experience both including and not including Rhett and Link was amazing! It was a fantastic beginning to what I'm sure will be a highly successful show! I look forward to the new episodes and the interaction with R&L as the season goes on. P.S. -My cats were fascinated by the commercial, and, if we didn't live in South Carolina, would gladly come and visit.