Important Things with Demetri Martin

Important Things with Demetri Martin

2009
6.4
3 Seasons
Comedy

Important Things with Demetri Martin is a sketch-variety show that aired on Comedy Central starring comedian Demetri Martin. Each episode examined a single theme, the "important thing", such as timing, power, control and money. All sketches, short vignettes, animated segments and stand-up comedy were loosely related to the theme of the episode. The show was produced by Jon Stewart's Busboy Productions, and contains stand-up, prop comedy and musical comedy by Martin, as well as taped sketches. Jon Stewart took an active role in editing the first few episodes.

Season

Episodes

Episode 1
Ep 1

Timing

Demetri has trouble mustering the necessary anger for a breakup, time traveling for noble purposes and measuring his hobo-ness.

Episode 2
Ep 2

Power

Demetri ponders the nature of power, proves that bird ownership is arrogant and introduces The Revenger.

Episode 3
Ep 3

Brains

Demetri does away with traditional neuroscience and phrenology as he digs into brains.

Episode 4
Ep 4

Chairs

Demetri considers the many mysteries surrounding chairs.

Episode 5
Ep 5

Safety

Demetri's safety tips: Employ scented candles as a fire alarm, use pubic hair for home security, and maintain a healthy fear of piñatas.

Episode 6
Ep 6

Coolness

Demetri is too cool for clear pants, but he still needs professional help before a date.

Episode 7
Ep 7

Games

Demetri trades in fun, games and audience threats while reimagining pro sports as animal duels.

Cast

Demetri Martin

Demetri Martin

Self - Host

H. Jon Benjamin

H. Jon Benjamin

Another Guy with a Neck Brac

Brian Berrebbi

Brian Berrebbi

Pickpocket / Sex Offender

John Oliver

John Oliver

The King / The Prince / William Shakespeare

H. Jon Benjamin

H. Jon Benjamin

Burglar 1

H. Jon Benjamin

H. Jon Benjamin

Benjamin Franklin

David Cross

David Cross

Co-Worker

Amanda Peet

Amanda Peet

Actress