Mystery Team
Focusing on the madcap shenanigans of a trio of emotionally stunted 18-year-olds, Mystery Team acts as proof that there just might be life beyond YouTube. The collaborative work of NYU sketch comedy troupe Derrick Comedy (like Keyboard Cat, they're big on the internet), Mystery Team makes up for its complete lack of budget and structure with a seemingly endless stream of dumb jokes. With a low-budget production and a cast that mirrors the entire NBC Thursday night lineup--there are cameos from various players from The Office, Community, 30 Rock, and Parks and Recreation--Mystery Team could have felt like a comedy sketch that's been forced to go on far past its expiration date. Thankfully, Mystery Team's ensemble cast is genuinely funny and enjoyable.
by Ezra Ace Caraeff