TV series
Hardcore TV
1992–1994, English, on HBO. Created by Tim Blake Nelson.
A short-lived sketch comedy series in the vein of SCTV and Saturday Night Live aired on HBO intermittently between 1992-1994. Written by Tim Blake Nelson, hosted by Dave Konig, and featuring Susie Essman, . SCTV and Saturday Night Live fans were disappointed with the short run. However If you get up off your butt and rotate your antenna... If your cable is screwed up... And if the air is full of electricity... Then somewhere, between channels 36 and 37, you'll come upon a TV universe turned inside out. The tour's leaving now, so grease yourself up, strap yourself in, hide all pets, take small bites, use a number 2 pencil, ignore the squishy sounds, breathe through your mouth, and have your tickets ready... You've entered the world of HARDCORE TV! Featuring “Fairytales From the Darkside,””Rastapiece Theater,””Cindy’s Sex Talk” and “Fly-Fishing Jam,” and other stabs at infomercials and TV ads.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 11
- Episode length
- Varies
- Status
- Cancelled in 1994
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Latest episode
S2 E8: Episode 8
Aired 29 October 1994
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
- Tim Blake NelsonCreator
- Mary Lou AllgoodMiracle Stick Size Six Girl, Bloopers Star · 11 ep
- Wendy JohnsonDumb Chick on the Street / Porn Shop Clerk · 11 ep
- Dave KonigHost · 11 ep
- Susie EssmanSports Lady · 11 ep
- Laurence MasonRastaman · 11 ep
- Deborah MagdalenaVarious · 11 ep
- Tracy VilarPsychic Lisa Lovescope · 11 ep
- Mario CantoneRaging Bullwinkle · 11 ep
- Denise GeorgeGuppy · 11 ep
- Jayden LundT & A Beer guy / Beer drinker · 11 ep
- Joseph D'OnofrioSal · 11 ep
- Roger AnthonyVietnamese Guard Leader · 11 ep
Details
- First aired
- 3 October 1992
- Last aired
- 29 October 1994
- Network
- HBO
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-MA
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Hardcore TV: quick answers
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How many seasons of Hardcore TV are there?
Hardcore TV has 2 seasons and 11 episodes.
Is Hardcore TV finished?
Yes. Hardcore TV was cancelled in 1994, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Hardcore TV on?
Hardcore TV isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
Hardcore TV parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Hardcore TV is rated TV-MA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like Hardcore TV?
If you liked Hardcore TV, try Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!, The Whitest Kids U' Know, A Black Lady Sketch Show.
Who created Hardcore TV?
Hardcore TV was created by Tim Blake Nelson and stars Mary Lou Allgood, Wendy Johnson, Dave Konig.