Jan. 24, 2024
The Drew Carey Show
The Drew Carey Show" is an American sitcom that aired from 1995 to 2004, starring comedian Drew Carey as a fictionalized version of himself. Set in Cleveland, Ohio, the series follows the everyday life of Drew, a lovable everyman working in human...
The Drew Carey Show" is an American sitcom that aired from 1995 to 2004, starring comedian Drew Carey as a fictionalized version of himself. Set in Cleveland, Ohio, the series follows the everyday life of Drew, a lovable everyman working in human resources at Winfred-Lauder, a department store. The show is known for its blend of blue-collar humor, Drew's deadpan comedy, and its focus on the trials and tribulations of the working class. Accompanied by his lifelong friends Oswald, Lewis, and Kate, Drew navigates through various personal and professional challenges with a mix of sarcasm and heart. The series is also notable for its creative theme song intros, improvisational comedy, and unique episodes that broke the traditional sitcom mold. "The Drew Carey Show" garnered a dedicated fanbase for its relatable characters, quirky humor, and its portrayal of the ups and downs of everyday life.
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Calarogus Shark Media. Hey, they're
TV enthusiasts, Welcome back to TV in
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00:00:10.560 --> 00:00:14.240
the Basement. I'm your host,
Journey Joe Mitchell, and today we're stepping
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00:00:14.240 --> 00:00:18.879
into the world of Cleveland's own everyman, Drew Carey. The Drew Carey Show,
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00:00:19.079 --> 00:00:23.359
a cornerstone of ninety sitcoms, brought
us laughter, relatable characters, and
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00:00:23.440 --> 00:00:27.920
some truly memorable moments. So let's
dive into the world of Drew and his
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00:00:28.000 --> 00:00:32.439
gang. The show, set in
Cleveland, Ohio, revolves around Drew Carey
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00:00:32.759 --> 00:00:37.479
playing a fictional version of himself.
Drew's a regular guy with a desk job
8
00:00:37.520 --> 00:00:42.640
at Winfred Lauder, a department store. He's surrounded by his quirky friends Lewis,
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00:00:42.840 --> 00:00:47.200
Oswald, and Kate, and later
Mimi, his ever antagonistic colleague.
10
00:00:47.840 --> 00:00:51.719
The show's charm was in its relatability, work, troubles, friendship, and
11
00:00:51.759 --> 00:00:57.479
the pursuit of happiness. Each character
brought something special. Lewis, played by
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00:00:57.560 --> 00:01:02.840
Ryan Stiles, was the witty,
eccentric friend. Oswald portrayed by Diedrich Baterer,
13
00:01:03.280 --> 00:01:07.359
was the lovable but dim witted buddy. Kate Drew's childhood friend turned girlfriend
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00:01:07.400 --> 00:01:11.439
for a time, added a mix
of romance and humor, and who can
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00:01:11.480 --> 00:01:17.879
forget Mimi played by Kathy Kinney.
Her ongoing feud Withdrew was a highlight of
16
00:01:17.920 --> 00:01:22.760
the show. Introduced in the third
season, mister Wick was a stark contrast
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00:01:22.799 --> 00:01:27.920
to the easygoing Drew. He was
flamboyant, eccentric, and often morally ambiguous.
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00:01:29.439 --> 00:01:33.079
His outrageous antics and British wit brought
a new flavor to the show.
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00:01:33.680 --> 00:01:38.359
Whether he was making absurd demands of
his employees or finding himself in bizarre situations,
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00:01:38.760 --> 00:01:44.159
mister Wick always delivered laughs. Over
the series, mister Wick evolved.
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00:01:44.239 --> 00:01:49.000
He started as the stereotypical authoritarian boss, but grew into a more rounded,
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00:01:49.040 --> 00:01:53.879
if still eccentric character. His interactions
Withdrew in the Gang, especially Mimi,
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00:01:53.159 --> 00:01:59.120
added a dynamic layer to the show's
humor and storytelling. Christa Miller, who
24
00:01:59.120 --> 00:02:02.760
played Kat O'Brien, Drew's childhood friend
and one of the original Gang, departed
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00:02:02.760 --> 00:02:07.519
the series. Kate was a key
part of the show's early success, but
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00:02:07.599 --> 00:02:10.639
in the show's seventh season, Christa
Miller left to join the cast of Scrubbs,
27
00:02:10.680 --> 00:02:15.439
another Bill Lawrence creation. Miller's departure
meant the Drew Carey Show had to
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00:02:15.439 --> 00:02:21.080
fill a significant void, enter Cynthia
Watros, who stepped in as Kelly Newmark,
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00:02:21.199 --> 00:02:24.360
another old friend of Drew's. The
transition was handled with the show's typical
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00:02:24.439 --> 00:02:30.240
humor and heart. Kelly's introduction wasn't
just a simple replacement. The show took
31
00:02:30.280 --> 00:02:34.879
time to develop her character, exploring
her backstory and her relationship with Drew.
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00:02:35.560 --> 00:02:38.199
It was a fresh start in many
ways, but the essence of the show,
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00:02:38.680 --> 00:02:45.280
friendship, love, and the everyday
struggles of life remained intact. While
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00:02:45.360 --> 00:02:49.759
some fans missed the original chemistry of
the group with Kate, others appreciated the
35
00:02:49.800 --> 00:02:53.639
new stories and humor that Kelly brought
to the show. It's always a challenge
36
00:02:53.639 --> 00:02:58.280
when a beloved character leaves a successful
show, but The Drew Carey Show managed
37
00:02:58.280 --> 00:03:04.000
to navigate this transition while keeping its
core spirit alive. This sitcom gave us
38
00:03:04.000 --> 00:03:07.080
some unforgettable episodes that left us in
stitches. Let's highlight a few that really
39
00:03:07.080 --> 00:03:12.240
stood out and why they are so
memorable. First up, Drew's new assistant
40
00:03:12.240 --> 00:03:15.319
from season two. This is where
the legendary Mimi Bobeck, played by Kathy
41
00:03:15.400 --> 00:03:20.919
Kinney, made her grand entrance.
Her over the top makeup, outrageous outfits,
42
00:03:20.919 --> 00:03:24.280
and instant rivalry with Drew set the
tone for countless comedic moments throughout the
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00:03:24.319 --> 00:03:30.680
series. Then there's Drew Live from
season five. What made this episode so
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00:03:30.759 --> 00:03:36.599
special was its live broadcast, a
rarity for sitcoms. The cast's improvisational skills
45
00:03:36.639 --> 00:03:42.439
were on full display, adding an
unpredictable and hilarious energy to the episode.
46
00:03:42.479 --> 00:03:46.919
We can't talk about memorable episodes without
mentioning The Dog and Pony Show from season
47
00:03:46.000 --> 00:03:51.120
four. This one had Drew trying
to impress his girlfriend with a Civil War
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00:03:51.199 --> 00:03:57.319
reenactment. It was a perfect blend
of absurdity and Drew's ever relatable quest for
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00:03:57.400 --> 00:04:01.319
love. Season three brought us The
Bachelor Party, an episode that turned the
50
00:04:01.360 --> 00:04:05.400
traditional bachelor party on its head with
a crashed boat, a bear, and
51
00:04:05.479 --> 00:04:11.639
a group of nuns. This episode
was a comedic whirlwind, showcasing the show's
52
00:04:11.639 --> 00:04:16.519
ability to take a simple concept and
turn it into something extraordinary. And let's
53
00:04:16.519 --> 00:04:20.879
not forget the time the Gang met
Donald Trump. New York and Queens.
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00:04:21.399 --> 00:04:26.879
The season two finale and forty sixth
episode of The Drew Carey Show aired on
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00:04:26.920 --> 00:04:30.800
May fourteenth, nineteen ninety seven,
and is a classic example of the show's
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00:04:30.920 --> 00:04:35.360
unique blend of comedy and chaos.
This episode showcases a memorable road trip adventure
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00:04:35.399 --> 00:04:40.959
for Drew Carey and his friends,
culminating in an unexpected dance off. In
58
00:04:41.040 --> 00:04:46.360
the episode, Drew feels disillusioned after
receiving an award for three thousand days of
59
00:04:46.439 --> 00:04:51.000
uninterrupted work at the Winfrid Lauder department
store. Seeking a break from the monotony,
60
00:04:51.319 --> 00:04:55.240
he persuades his friends to join him
on a trip to New York City
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00:04:55.240 --> 00:04:59.519
in the Buzz Beer delivery truck to
catch a baseball game. Their journey quickly
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00:04:59.560 --> 00:05:02.720
turns into to a series of misadventures. Stuck in a massive traffic jam,
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00:05:02.959 --> 00:05:06.720
the group encounters Donald Trump, who
gives them tickets to a game at Yankee
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00:05:06.720 --> 00:05:12.480
Stadium. The situation escalates when Carol
Channing starts ramming their truck from behind.
65
00:05:12.959 --> 00:05:15.399
Eventually, they find themselves out of
fuel and in a dispute with a local
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00:05:15.439 --> 00:05:19.800
ice cream cart vendor, leading to
their arrest by a detective, Nicholas Turturo
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00:05:20.240 --> 00:05:26.000
for selling alcohol without a license.
Back in Cleveland, Drew convinces the gang
68
00:05:26.040 --> 00:05:30.839
to attend a midnight screening of the
Rocky Horror Picture Show to their surprise,
69
00:05:30.240 --> 00:05:34.240
the movie has been swapped with the
adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,
70
00:05:34.759 --> 00:05:40.560
drawing them into a confrontation with rival
fans, including Mimi and mister Wick.
71
00:05:41.120 --> 00:05:44.439
A dance oft ensues between the two
groups, resulting in the police arresting
72
00:05:44.519 --> 00:05:48.040
Drew and Mimi. The dance scenes, a hallmark of the show, were
73
00:05:48.079 --> 00:05:53.639
rehearsed and filmed at Warner Brothers Studios
in Burbank, California, with the cast
74
00:05:53.759 --> 00:05:58.639
lip syncing to the tracks. These
songs were later featured on the show's official
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00:05:58.680 --> 00:06:03.120
album. New York and Queen's attracted
and estimated eleven point four million viewers,
76
00:06:03.439 --> 00:06:09.040
ranking eighteenth in the ratings for the
week. The episode received mixed to positive
77
00:06:09.040 --> 00:06:13.480
reviews, with critics divided over the
guest appearances, humor, and dance numbers.
78
00:06:13.879 --> 00:06:17.639
It earned three nominations at the forty
ninth Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards for
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00:06:17.720 --> 00:06:24.600
Outstanding Art, Direction, Choreography,
and Costumes. The Drew Carey Show is
80
00:06:24.600 --> 00:06:29.199
filled with interesting trivia that reflects its
unique charm and appeal. The show's theme
81
00:06:29.240 --> 00:06:32.040
song, Cleveland Rocks, is an
iconic part of the series. However,
82
00:06:32.079 --> 00:06:36.720
in the first season, the theme
song was actually Moon over Parma. Cleveland
83
00:06:36.839 --> 00:06:42.240
Rocks, originally by Ian Hunter,
was covered by the presidents of the United
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00:06:42.240 --> 00:06:46.639
States of America for the show from
the second season onwards, Drew Carey's background
85
00:06:46.680 --> 00:06:51.120
in improv comedy significantly influenced the show. This led to episodes with improvised lines,
86
00:06:51.160 --> 00:06:56.160
and even some live episodes where the
cast performed without a script, showcasing
87
00:06:56.199 --> 00:07:00.439
their improvisational skills. In the show, Drew and his friends create a homebrew
88
00:07:00.519 --> 00:07:04.720
called buzz Beer, a coffee flavored
beer. This became a recurring element and
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00:07:04.759 --> 00:07:10.600
symbolized the character's entrepreneurial spirit. Buzz
Beer even became a real product for a
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00:07:10.639 --> 00:07:15.240
short time as a promotional item.
The Drew Carey Show featured a unique April
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Fool's Day episode where viewers could spot
deliberate mistakes and enter a contest to win
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prizes. This interactive episode was a
testament to the show's creative approach to engaging
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its audience the dance numbers. The
show was known for its elaborate dance sequences,
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which were quite unusual for a sitcom. These sequences often featured cameos from
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various celebrities and required extensive choreography and
rehearsals Drew Carey's weight loss. During the
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show's run, Carrie lost a significant
amount of weight which was written into the
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series. His character went on a
diet because of a misinterpreted comment from Kate,
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and that brings us to the end
of today's journey through the laughter filled
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corridors of The Drew Carey Show.
The Drew Carrey Show may have wrapped up
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years ago, but its humor and
heart continue to resonate. This is journey
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Joe Mitchell signing off from TV in
the Basement. Stay tuned for more deep
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dives into the shows that have shaped
our screens and our hearts. Until next
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time, keep watching, keep laughing, and keep loving the world of television.
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00:00:03.120 --> 00:00:10.519
Calarogus Shark Media. Hey, they're
TV enthusiasts, Welcome back to TV in
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00:00:10.560 --> 00:00:14.240
the Basement. I'm your host,
Journey Joe Mitchell, and today we're stepping
3
00:00:14.240 --> 00:00:18.879
into the world of Cleveland's own everyman, Drew Carey. The Drew Carey Show,
4
00:00:19.079 --> 00:00:23.359
a cornerstone of ninety sitcoms, brought
us laughter, relatable characters, and
5
00:00:23.440 --> 00:00:27.920
some truly memorable moments. So let's
dive into the world of Drew and his
6
00:00:28.000 --> 00:00:32.439
gang. The show, set in
Cleveland, Ohio, revolves around Drew Carey
7
00:00:32.759 --> 00:00:37.479
playing a fictional version of himself.
Drew's a regular guy with a desk job
8
00:00:37.520 --> 00:00:42.640
at Winfred Lauder, a department store. He's surrounded by his quirky friends Lewis,
9
00:00:42.840 --> 00:00:47.200
Oswald, and Kate, and later
Mimi, his ever antagonistic colleague.
10
00:00:47.840 --> 00:00:51.719
The show's charm was in its relatability, work, troubles, friendship, and
11
00:00:51.759 --> 00:00:57.479
the pursuit of happiness. Each character
brought something special. Lewis, played by
12
00:00:57.560 --> 00:01:02.840
Ryan Stiles, was the witty,
eccentric friend. Oswald portrayed by Diedrich Baterer,
13
00:01:03.280 --> 00:01:07.359
was the lovable but dim witted buddy. Kate Drew's childhood friend turned girlfriend
14
00:01:07.400 --> 00:01:11.439
for a time, added a mix
of romance and humor, and who can
15
00:01:11.480 --> 00:01:17.879
forget Mimi played by Kathy Kinney.
Her ongoing feud Withdrew was a highlight of
16
00:01:17.920 --> 00:01:22.760
the show. Introduced in the third
season, mister Wick was a stark contrast
17
00:01:22.799 --> 00:01:27.920
to the easygoing Drew. He was
flamboyant, eccentric, and often morally ambiguous.
18
00:01:29.439 --> 00:01:33.079
His outrageous antics and British wit brought
a new flavor to the show.
19
00:01:33.680 --> 00:01:38.359
Whether he was making absurd demands of
his employees or finding himself in bizarre situations,
20
00:01:38.760 --> 00:01:44.159
mister Wick always delivered laughs. Over
the series, mister Wick evolved.
21
00:01:44.239 --> 00:01:49.000
He started as the stereotypical authoritarian boss, but grew into a more rounded,
22
00:01:49.040 --> 00:01:53.879
if still eccentric character. His interactions
Withdrew in the Gang, especially Mimi,
23
00:01:53.159 --> 00:01:59.120
added a dynamic layer to the show's
humor and storytelling. Christa Miller, who
24
00:01:59.120 --> 00:02:02.760
played Kat O'Brien, Drew's childhood friend
and one of the original Gang, departed
25
00:02:02.760 --> 00:02:07.519
the series. Kate was a key
part of the show's early success, but
26
00:02:07.599 --> 00:02:10.639
in the show's seventh season, Christa
Miller left to join the cast of Scrubbs,
27
00:02:10.680 --> 00:02:15.439
another Bill Lawrence creation. Miller's departure
meant the Drew Carey Show had to
28
00:02:15.439 --> 00:02:21.080
fill a significant void, enter Cynthia
Watros, who stepped in as Kelly Newmark,
29
00:02:21.199 --> 00:02:24.360
another old friend of Drew's. The
transition was handled with the show's typical
30
00:02:24.439 --> 00:02:30.240
humor and heart. Kelly's introduction wasn't
just a simple replacement. The show took
31
00:02:30.280 --> 00:02:34.879
time to develop her character, exploring
her backstory and her relationship with Drew.
32
00:02:35.560 --> 00:02:38.199
It was a fresh start in many
ways, but the essence of the show,
33
00:02:38.680 --> 00:02:45.280
friendship, love, and the everyday
struggles of life remained intact. While
34
00:02:45.360 --> 00:02:49.759
some fans missed the original chemistry of
the group with Kate, others appreciated the
35
00:02:49.800 --> 00:02:53.639
new stories and humor that Kelly brought
to the show. It's always a challenge
36
00:02:53.639 --> 00:02:58.280
when a beloved character leaves a successful
show, but The Drew Carey Show managed
37
00:02:58.280 --> 00:03:04.000
to navigate this transition while keeping its
core spirit alive. This sitcom gave us
38
00:03:04.000 --> 00:03:07.080
some unforgettable episodes that left us in
stitches. Let's highlight a few that really
39
00:03:07.080 --> 00:03:12.240
stood out and why they are so
memorable. First up, Drew's new assistant
40
00:03:12.240 --> 00:03:15.319
from season two. This is where
the legendary Mimi Bobeck, played by Kathy
41
00:03:15.400 --> 00:03:20.919
Kinney, made her grand entrance.
Her over the top makeup, outrageous outfits,
42
00:03:20.919 --> 00:03:24.280
and instant rivalry with Drew set the
tone for countless comedic moments throughout the
43
00:03:24.319 --> 00:03:30.680
series. Then there's Drew Live from
season five. What made this episode so
44
00:03:30.759 --> 00:03:36.599
special was its live broadcast, a
rarity for sitcoms. The cast's improvisational skills
45
00:03:36.639 --> 00:03:42.439
were on full display, adding an
unpredictable and hilarious energy to the episode.
46
00:03:42.479 --> 00:03:46.919
We can't talk about memorable episodes without
mentioning The Dog and Pony Show from season
47
00:03:46.000 --> 00:03:51.120
four. This one had Drew trying
to impress his girlfriend with a Civil War
48
00:03:51.199 --> 00:03:57.319
reenactment. It was a perfect blend
of absurdity and Drew's ever relatable quest for
49
00:03:57.400 --> 00:04:01.319
love. Season three brought us The
Bachelor Party, an episode that turned the
50
00:04:01.360 --> 00:04:05.400
traditional bachelor party on its head with
a crashed boat, a bear, and
51
00:04:05.479 --> 00:04:11.639
a group of nuns. This episode
was a comedic whirlwind, showcasing the show's
52
00:04:11.639 --> 00:04:16.519
ability to take a simple concept and
turn it into something extraordinary. And let's
53
00:04:16.519 --> 00:04:20.879
not forget the time the Gang met
Donald Trump. New York and Queens.
54
00:04:21.399 --> 00:04:26.879
The season two finale and forty sixth
episode of The Drew Carey Show aired on
55
00:04:26.920 --> 00:04:30.800
May fourteenth, nineteen ninety seven,
and is a classic example of the show's
56
00:04:30.920 --> 00:04:35.360
unique blend of comedy and chaos.
This episode showcases a memorable road trip adventure
57
00:04:35.399 --> 00:04:40.959
for Drew Carey and his friends,
culminating in an unexpected dance off. In
58
00:04:41.040 --> 00:04:46.360
the episode, Drew feels disillusioned after
receiving an award for three thousand days of
59
00:04:46.439 --> 00:04:51.000
uninterrupted work at the Winfrid Lauder department
store. Seeking a break from the monotony,
60
00:04:51.319 --> 00:04:55.240
he persuades his friends to join him
on a trip to New York City
61
00:04:55.240 --> 00:04:59.519
in the Buzz Beer delivery truck to
catch a baseball game. Their journey quickly
62
00:04:59.560 --> 00:05:02.720
turns into to a series of misadventures. Stuck in a massive traffic jam,
63
00:05:02.959 --> 00:05:06.720
the group encounters Donald Trump, who
gives them tickets to a game at Yankee
64
00:05:06.720 --> 00:05:12.480
Stadium. The situation escalates when Carol
Channing starts ramming their truck from behind.
65
00:05:12.959 --> 00:05:15.399
Eventually, they find themselves out of
fuel and in a dispute with a local
66
00:05:15.439 --> 00:05:19.800
ice cream cart vendor, leading to
their arrest by a detective, Nicholas Turturo
67
00:05:20.240 --> 00:05:26.000
for selling alcohol without a license.
Back in Cleveland, Drew convinces the gang
68
00:05:26.040 --> 00:05:30.839
to attend a midnight screening of the
Rocky Horror Picture Show to their surprise,
69
00:05:30.240 --> 00:05:34.240
the movie has been swapped with the
adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,
70
00:05:34.759 --> 00:05:40.560
drawing them into a confrontation with rival
fans, including Mimi and mister Wick.
71
00:05:41.120 --> 00:05:44.439
A dance oft ensues between the two
groups, resulting in the police arresting
72
00:05:44.519 --> 00:05:48.040
Drew and Mimi. The dance scenes, a hallmark of the show, were
73
00:05:48.079 --> 00:05:53.639
rehearsed and filmed at Warner Brothers Studios
in Burbank, California, with the cast
74
00:05:53.759 --> 00:05:58.639
lip syncing to the tracks. These
songs were later featured on the show's official
75
00:05:58.680 --> 00:06:03.120
album. New York and Queen's attracted
and estimated eleven point four million viewers,
76
00:06:03.439 --> 00:06:09.040
ranking eighteenth in the ratings for the
week. The episode received mixed to positive
77
00:06:09.040 --> 00:06:13.480
reviews, with critics divided over the
guest appearances, humor, and dance numbers.
78
00:06:13.879 --> 00:06:17.639
It earned three nominations at the forty
ninth Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards for
79
00:06:17.720 --> 00:06:24.600
Outstanding Art, Direction, Choreography,
and Costumes. The Drew Carey Show is
80
00:06:24.600 --> 00:06:29.199
filled with interesting trivia that reflects its
unique charm and appeal. The show's theme
81
00:06:29.240 --> 00:06:32.040
song, Cleveland Rocks, is an
iconic part of the series. However,
82
00:06:32.079 --> 00:06:36.720
in the first season, the theme
song was actually Moon over Parma. Cleveland
83
00:06:36.839 --> 00:06:42.240
Rocks, originally by Ian Hunter,
was covered by the presidents of the United
84
00:06:42.240 --> 00:06:46.639
States of America for the show from
the second season onwards, Drew Carey's background
85
00:06:46.680 --> 00:06:51.120
in improv comedy significantly influenced the show. This led to episodes with improvised lines,
86
00:06:51.160 --> 00:06:56.160
and even some live episodes where the
cast performed without a script, showcasing
87
00:06:56.199 --> 00:07:00.439
their improvisational skills. In the show, Drew and his friends create a homebrew
88
00:07:00.519 --> 00:07:04.720
called buzz Beer, a coffee flavored
beer. This became a recurring element and
89
00:07:04.759 --> 00:07:10.600
symbolized the character's entrepreneurial spirit. Buzz
Beer even became a real product for a
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short time as a promotional item.
The Drew Carey Show featured a unique April
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Fool's Day episode where viewers could spot
deliberate mistakes and enter a contest to win
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prizes. This interactive episode was a
testament to the show's creative approach to engaging
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its audience the dance numbers. The
show was known for its elaborate dance sequences,
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which were quite unusual for a sitcom. These sequences often featured cameos from
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various celebrities and required extensive choreography and
rehearsals Drew Carey's weight loss. During the
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show's run, Carrie lost a significant
amount of weight which was written into the
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series. His character went on a
diet because of a misinterpreted comment from Kate,
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and that brings us to the end
of today's journey through the laughter filled
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corridors of The Drew Carey Show.
The Drew Carrey Show may have wrapped up
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years ago, but its humor and
heart continue to resonate. This is journey
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Joe Mitchell signing off from TV in
the Basement. Stay tuned for more deep
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dives into the shows that have shaped
our screens and our hearts. Until next
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time, keep watching, keep laughing, and keep loving the world of television.