One of the best shows you're not watching

A friend of mine recently turned me on to It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, a new comedy from FX Networks that debuted late last year. FX greenlit the series after seeing the pilot which was shot by 3 friends for only $200. The first season was only 7 episodes long, but let me tell you... all of the episodes were absolutely hilarious. With great shows like Arrested Development off the air now, it's nice to find a new series to fill the comedy void that isn't being filled by the regular networks.

The series, created by Rob McElhenney who also plays Mac on the show, revolves around four friends who run a bar in South Philly. They all have their own insensitive and twisted view on the world and relationships, and we watch as they fumble their way through prickly situations involving controversial topics such as racism, abortion, gun control, and more. Trust me... it's great!

Some of the episodes are currently being rerun on Fox, and Danny Devito joins the cast when season 2 premieres on June 29th at 10:30pm on FX. So set your Tivos people! You can also get the entire first season on iTunes.

UPDATE: The second season is also available on iTunes. They seem to regularly update the offering with the latest episodes.

UPDATE 2 : For anyone new to the show, check out the Best of Sunny Funnies, also available on iTunes. It's a montage of the funniest moments to date from the show (approx. 4mins long). This one's FREE, people, so there's no excuse not to check it out.

Bill Haverchuck for President!

I just finished watching the entire series of Freaks and Geeks which wasn't too terribly difficult because there were only 18 episodes made before the show was cancelled. It's too bad because this series is exceptional in almost every way.

I think everyone can and will relate to Freaks and Geeks in one way or another. And I'm certain that no two people will relate for the same reasons. If you went to high-school even for just a single year, this series is for you.

By the way, my favorite character in this show is by far Bill Haverchuck played by Martin Starr. He has some of the funniest and most heartbreaking moments in the entire run, especially in the episodes "Chokin' and Tokin'" and "Dead Dogs and Gym Teachers." He may be the ultimate geek, but he's also probably the most honest character of them all.

Freaks and Geeks... Netflix it, rent it, borrow it from a friend, or hell... just go out and buy the 6-DVD set. You will not be disappointed.

Superman/Batman #26 released today!

Superman/Batman #26 finally hit the stands today. It was supposed to come out back in April, but delays happen. Whaddya gonna do?

This issue was written by Sam Loeb who passed away before the comic could get made, so 26 comic industry heavyweights banded together to make Sam's story become a reality. I highly recommend that you pick one up. It's only $4, and not only do the proceeds go to charity (the Sam Loeb College Scholarship Fund), but it's also an excellent excuse to buy a comic and fell like a kid again.

Run out to your local comic store and ask for it by name. Tell all your friends.

You can read my original and more detailed post about Superman/Batman #26 here.