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| Incredible Crew | |
|---|---|
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| Genre | Sketch comedy Surreal humor |
| Created by | Nick Cannon |
| Written by | Alejandro Bien-Willner Heather Anne Campbell Mikey Day Eric Scott Scott Tomlinson |
| Directed by | Danny J. Boyle |
| Starring | Shauna Case Shameik Moore Tristan Pasterick Chanelle Peloso Jeremy Shada Brandon Soo Hoo |
| Composers | Nick Cannon Kevin Writer |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
| Production | |
| Executive producers |
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| Producers | Cathy A. Cambria Karen Mayeda-Vranek[c] Mikey Day[d] |
| Cinematography | Byron Shah |
| Editors | Cortney Carrillo Steve Rasch Jeremy Reuben |
| Running time | 22 minutes |
| Production companies | N'Credible Entertainment Cartoon Network Studios |
| Original release | |
| Network | Cartoon Network |
| Release | December 31, 2012 – April 11, 2013 |
Incredible Crew is an American sketch comedy television series, created by Nick Cannon for Cartoon Network.[1] Cannon filmed the pilot in late 2011 as originally Class Clowns and was later greenlit with its finalized name, and the series aired as a sneak peek on December 31, 2012 to April 11, 2013, featuring a 22-minute run time.[2]
This was the final live-action show produced by Cartoon Network Studios.
Plot
[edit]Incredible Crew is a live-action sketch comedy series from producer and entertainer Nick Cannon. Episodes consist of short-form surreal comedy acts, hidden camera pranks, original music videos, and commercial parodies using non-sequitur humor. Incredible Crew casts six young comedy stars: Shauna Case (American Horror Story), Shameik Moore (Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse), Tristan Pasterick (guest star, I'm in the Band), Chanelle Peloso (Level Up), Jeremy Shada (Adventure Time), and Brandon Soo Hoo (Supah Ninjas). Nick Cannon serves as executive producer of Incredible Crew along with Michael Goldman and Scott Tomlinson. Cartoon Network Studios produced the series in association with N'Credible Entertainment.
Sketches
[edit]According to Michael Goldman and Scott Tomlinson, over 330 sketches were created and carefully selected for each episode.[3]
Cast
[edit]Principal cast
[edit]- Nick Cannon as Announcer
- Shauna Case as Herself, Various
- Shameik Moore as Himself, Various
- Tristan Pasterick as Himself, Various
- Chanelle Peloso as Herself, Various
- Jeremy Shada as Himself, Various
- Brandon Soo Hoo as Himself, Various
Recurring cast
[edit]- Benton Jennings as Krumping High School Principal
- Rachel O'Meara as Various
- Justin Tinucci as Justin, Performer
- Jillian "Jill" Moray as Mother, Teacher
- Stephanie Jackson as Mom
- Barbara Kerford as Mom
- Nicholas "Nick" Leland as Various
- Lawrence "Larry" Morgan as Dad
- Cassandra Braden as Mrs. Hall
- Lawrence Mandley as Referee
Episodes
[edit]| Season | Episodes | Originally released | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First released | Last released | |||
| Pilot | November 2011 | |||
| 1 | 13 | January 24, 2013 | April 11, 2013 | |
Pilot (2011)
[edit]| Title | Original release date |
|---|---|
| "Class Clowns"[4][5] | November 2011 |
Season 1 (2013)
[edit]| No. | Title | Original release date | Prod. code | US viewers (millions) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Farting Grandpa" | January 24, 2013 | 101 | 1.61[8] |
| 2 | "Lunch Boxing" | January 24, 2013 | 102 | 1.91[9] |
|
Song: "New Kid" Special guest stars: New Boyz | ||||
| 3 | "Magical Video Game Controller" | January 31, 2013 | 103 | 1.59[10] |
|
Songs: "Heavy Metal Science Fair", "Complecatrix" Guest star: James Hong | ||||
| 4 | "Candy Deodorant" | February 7, 2013 | 104 | 1.36[11] |
|
Song: "So Stylin'" | ||||
| 5 | "Remote Control Broccoli" | February 11, 2013 | 105 | 1.39[12] |
|
Songs: "Bad Haircuts", "Hey Hey Check It Out" Guest star: Mindy Sterling Note: This was the third episode to air on a Monday, right after the Hall of Game Awards (as a special). This was the only episode that has its name at the beginning of the show. | ||||
| 6 | "Cheat Sheet Tacos" | February 14, 2013 | 106 | 1.22[13] |
|
Song: "Questions Before Bed" | ||||
| 7 | "Super Duper Gross Things" | February 21, 2013 | 107 | 1.59[14] |
|
Songs: "Super Duper Gross Things", "Shark Tooth Terry", "Adults Using Toy Versions of Things" | ||||
| 8 | "Pancake Genie" | February 28, 2013 | 108 | 1.55[9] |
|
Song: "AJ Boy Bander" | ||||
| 9 | "Face Jeans" | March 7, 2013 | 109 | 1.55[15] |
|
Song: "Bad Luck Rap" | ||||
| 10 | "Rodney Tape Face" | March 14, 2013 | 110 | 1.57[16] |
|
Song: "Reading Is Fun" | ||||
| 11 | "Bunk Bed Mountain" | March 21, 2013 | 111 | 1.52[17] |
|
Song: "Putting Shaving Cream On Stuff" | ||||
| 12 | "Cardboard Robot vs. Tinfoil Lizard" | April 4, 2013 | 112 | 1.62[18] |
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Songs: "Teachers' Lounge", "I Like Stickers" Special guest star: E-40 | ||||
| 13 | "Manners Shark" | April 11, 2013 | 113 | 1.73 |
|
Song: "So What!" | ||||
Reception
[edit]Emily Ashby from Common Sense Media gave the show 3 stars and said that "Nick Cannon's mild sketch comedy will entertain kids," and that it "makes the most of clever writing and a well-rounded cast."[19]
Accolades
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Young Artist Award | Outstanding Young Ensemble in a TV Series | Shauna Case, Shameik Moore, Tristan Pasterick, Chanelle Peloso, Jeremy Shada, Brandon Soo Hoo | Nominated | [20] |
Music
[edit]In conjunction with the show's music, WaterTower Music released two soundtrack albums based on the first season of the show. The first album, Incredible Crew: Music From the Television Show (Vol. 1), was released on March 5, 2013,[21] and the second, Incredible Crew: Music From the Television Show (Vol. 2), was released on April 23, 2013.[21] Both soundtracks were available to download via iTunes. The show's music was composed by Nick Cannon and Kevin Writer.
Track listing for Volume 1
[edit]| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Incredible Crew (Main Theme)" | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Nick Cannon | 0:20 |
| 2. | "Running Errands with My Mom" (seen on "Farting Grandpa") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Jeremy Shada, Shauna Case and Annie Sertich | 2:23 |
| 3. | "Doing Something Fun While Doing Something Boring" (seen on "Farting Grandpa") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Tristan Pasterick | 0:58 |
| 4. | "Heavy Metal Science Fair" (seen on "Magical Video Game Controller") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Tristan Pasterick | 1:39 |
| 5. | "So Stylin'" (seen on "Candy Deodorant") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Shameik Moore | 2:39 |
| 6. | "Bad Haircuts" (seen on "Remote Control Broccoli") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Jeremy Shada, Shauna Case and Brandon Soo Hoo | 1:21 |
| 7. | "Leggings" (seen on "Remote Control Broccoli") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Tristan Pasterick | 0:53 |
| 8. | "Questions Before Bed" (seen on "Cheat Sheet Tacos") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Chanelle Peloso, Jeremy Shada, Shauna Case and Tristan Pasterick | 2:41 |
| 9. | "Super Duper Gross Things" (seen on "Super Duper Gross Things") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Shauna Case | 1:03 |
| Total length: | 00:13:57 | ||||
Track listing for Volume 2
[edit]| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "AJ Boy Bander" (seen on "Pancake Genie") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Jeremy Shada, Chanelle Peloso & Shauna Case | 2:26 |
| 2. | "Bad Luck Rap" (seen on "Face Jeans") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Shameik Moore, Brandon Soo Hoo, Tristan Pasterick & Shauna Case | 1:46 |
| 3. | "New Kid" (seen on "Lunch Boxing") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Brandon Soo Hoo & The New Boyz | 2:43 |
| 4. | "Reading is Fun" (seen on "Rodney Tape Face") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Tristan Pasterick | 1:43 |
| 5. | "Putting Shaving Cream on Stuff" (seen on "Bunk Bed Mountain") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Jeremy Shada, Tristan Pasterick & Chanelle Peloso | 2:10 |
| 6. | "Teacher's Lounge" (seen on "Cardboard Robot vs. Tinfoil Lizard") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Jeremy Shada & E-40 | 1:30 |
| 7. | "Stickers" (seen on "Cardboard Robot vs. Tinfoil Lizard") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Chanelle Peloso | 1:36 |
| 8. | "So What?!" (seen on "Manners Shark") | Nick Cannon | Nick Cannon, Kevin Writer | Tristan Pasterick | 1:35 |
| Total length: | 00:15:29 | ||||
Cancellation
[edit]On July 29, 2013, the series was cancelled after one season, mostly due to low ratings.[22] Reruns aired on the network until November 23, 2014.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Breaking News — Nick Cannon's "Incredible Crew" Premiered on Cartoon Network January 24 at 8:00 p.m. (ET, PT) - TheFutonCritic.com". The Futon Critic. Retrieved December 26, 2012.
- ^ "INCREDIBLE CREW SERIES PREVIEW!". Cartoon Network. December 17, 2012. Archived from the original on April 10, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Tomorrow Will Be Televised — February 5, 2013". BlogTalk Radio. February 4, 2013. Retrieved February 10, 2013.
- ^ "Pollock Resume 2012 - Source Oregon" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on June 27, 2020. Retrieved January 5, 2018.
- ^ "FEEDING MR. BALDWIN by Will Prescott". Kickstarter. February 23, 2012. Archived from the original on January 6, 2018. Retrieved January 5, 2018.
- ^ "Running Errands With My Mom (From "Incredible Crew")". iTunes. Retrieved February 3, 2013.[dead link]
- ^ "Incredible Crew, Vol. 1". iTunes. December 31, 2012. Retrieved February 3, 2013.
- ^ "Thursday's Cable Ratings: "Suits," "Buckwild" Top Viewer, Demo Charts". The Futon Critic. January 25, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ a b "Monday's Cable Ratings: Chick-fil-A Bowl Keeps ESPN in Front". The Futon Critic. January 3, 2013. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
- ^ "Thursday's Cable Ratings: "Suits," "Buckwild" Once Again Top Charts". The Futon Critic. February 1, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Thursday's Cable Ratings: MTV's "Buckwild" Wraps Freshman Run with Series Highs". The Futon Critic. February 18, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Monday's Cable Ratings: "Pawn Stars" Pulls in Front for History". The Futon Critic. February 12, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Thursday's Cable Ratings: "Swamp People" Returns on Top for History". The Futon Critic. February 15, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Thursday's Cable Ratings: History's "Swamp People," FX's "Archer" Lead Demo Race". The Futon Critic. February 15, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Thursday's Cable Ratings: No Stopping "Swamp People" on History". The Futon Critic. March 8, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Thursday's Cable Ratings: "Swamp People" Holds Off NCAA Onslaught". The Futon Critic. March 22, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Thursday's Cable Ratings: TBS, History Top Charts with NCAA, "Swamp People"". The Futon Critic. March 29, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Thursday's Cable Ratings: Another Thursday, Another "Swamp People" Victory". The Futon Critic. April 4, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ Emily Ashby (January 21, 2013). "Incredible Crew - TV Review". Common Sense Media.
- ^ "34th Annual Young Artist Awards". YoungArtistAwards.org. Archived from the original on April 3, 2013. Retrieved March 31, 2013.
- ^ a b "Releases". WaterTower Music. Archived from the original on September 26, 2013. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
- ^ "Cartoon Network Cancels 'Incredible Crew'". Retrieved July 26, 2013.
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Premise and Format
Overview
Incredible Crew is an American live-action surrealist sketch comedy television series created by Nick Cannon for Cartoon Network. The show premiered with a sneak peek on December 31, 2012, and officially aired from January 24, 2013, to April 11, 2013, consisting of one season with 13 half-hour episodes.[6][9] The core premise centers on a group of six young performers, primarily teenagers, who portray exaggerated and humorous interpretations of everyday situations, school life, and pop culture phenomena through a variety of comedic segments. These include skits, hidden-camera pranks, original music videos, and parody commercials, all delivered with non-sequitur and absurd humor to create lighthearted, relatable content for young viewers.[1][6][5] Targeted primarily at tweens and teens, the series features fast-paced, high-energy sketches that emphasize physical comedy, improvisation, and youthful creativity, making it suitable for ages 8 and up with family-friendly, mild humor. Episodes typically run about 22 minutes of content and structure around several unrelated sketches, often bookended by introductory and wrap-up segments from host and executive producer Nick Cannon.[6][10] The show's unique tone blends live-action absurdity with integrated music, occasional celebrity cameos, and diverse representation to engage a youthful, multicultural audience, positioning it as Cartoon Network's first original live-action sketch comedy series.[11]Sketch Styles
The sketches in Incredible Crew feature a diverse array of comedic formats, including fast-paced skits, hidden-camera pranks, phony infomercials, short humorous vignettes, and original music videos that parody everyday events and teen experiences.[6] These elements draw on surrealist humor, often blending absurd scenarios with relatable youth themes to create chaotic, light-hearted entertainment.[1] Categorizations of the sketches span parodies of school scenarios, such as "Lunch Boxing," which likely involves cafeteria antics and peer interactions, and "Cheat Sheet Tacos," exaggerating academic dishonesty through ridiculous props.[3] Family dynamics are explored in sketches like "Farting Grandpa," highlighting generational clashes with gross-out physical comedy, and "Bunk Bed Mountain," depicting sibling rivalries in exaggerated domestic settings.[3] Surreal adventures dominate many episodes, with examples including "Pancake Genie," where magical food grants absurd wishes, and "Remote Control Broccoli," animating household items for whimsical chaos; other instances feature bizarre inventions like "Candy Deodorant" or confrontations such as "Cardboard Robot Vs. Tinfoil Lizard."[3] Stylistic approaches emphasize physical comedy through slapstick elements, such as outrageous stunts, pranks, and cartoonish mishaps like sliming or prop-based exaggerations, often integrated with clever wordplay for relatable teen humor.[12] Rapid cuts and short sketch lengths, ranging from seconds to several minutes, maintain high energy, while phony commercials spoof pop culture trends, including fashion fads and social structures like boy-girl relationships.[6] Hip-hop and dance elements appear prominently in fake rap videos and musical numbers, enhancing the ensemble's chaotic interactions and adding rhythmic flair to the surreal motifs.[1] Recurring motifs include role reversals in offbeat school or family setups, pop culture spoofs via infomercial parodies of unusual products like "Face Jeans," and light social commentary on teen issues such as trends and public embarrassments.[6] Techniques like ensemble-driven physicality build escalating comedic tension, with the cast's youthful performers contributing to the show's emphasis on imaginative, unexpected twists in everyday scenarios.[12]Cast and Characters
Principal Cast
The principal cast of Incredible Crew comprised six young performers who formed the show's core ensemble, delivering surreal sketch comedy through a mix of live-action skits, hidden-camera pranks, and musical parodies. These actors, all in their teens or early twenties during production in 2012, were chosen by creator Nick Cannon for their comedic talents and ability to handle improv-based formats, bringing diversity to the group in terms of background and performance styles.[13][6] The ensemble dynamic emphasized collaboration, with no fixed protagonist; instead, roles rotated per sketch to highlight individual strengths while maintaining chaotic, youth-oriented humor grounded in everyday scenarios twisted into absurdity. Jeremy Shada served as a key ensemble member, often anchoring sketches with his energetic presence and vocal skills, drawing from his experience as a voice actor to add rhythmic delivery in musical segments.[4] Shauna Case excelled as a versatile comic, frequently taking lead female roles in parodies involving family dynamics or social trends, contributing to the show's clever, relatable takes on teen life.[7] Shameik Moore brought an energetic rapper and singer persona to music sketches, elevating parody songs with his performances on tracks like "So Stylin'" and "Bad Luck Rap" from the show's soundtracks.[14] Tristan Pasterick specialized in physical comedy and slapstick, using exaggerated movements to amplify the surreal elements in action-oriented or prank-based skits.[4] Brandon Soo Hoo provided straight-man contrast with ironic twists, often playing grounded characters that heightened the humor in ensemble interactions.[7] Chanelle Peloso infused sassy, quick-witted characters into dialogues, enhancing the fast-paced banter and female-led scenarios.[6] Nick Cannon, as executive producer, also voiced the announcer, offering framing narration to tie sketches together and inject overarching comedic chaos.[13] This collective approach allowed the cast's unique contributions—such as Moore's musical flair and Pasterick's physicality—to ground the show's wild premise while fostering an infectious enthusiasm that defined its tone.[6]Recurring and Guest Cast
The recurring cast of Incredible Crew consisted primarily of adult performers who portrayed authority figures, parents, and ensemble roles to complement the young principal cast's sketches, often appearing in 2 to 3 episodes across the season.[7] Benton Jennings played the bumbling Krumping High School Principal (also known as Krumping H.S. Principal), a recurring character who provided comedic contrast as an overzealous educator in school-themed parodies, appearing in three episodes including "Cardboard Robot vs. Tinfoil Lizard" and "Really Enthusiastic Snowman."[15] Justin Tinucci appeared in three episodes as Justin the performer and sidekick, contributing to musical and prank segments that highlighted youthful antics alongside the main ensemble.[16] Jillian Moray (credited as Jill Moray) recurred in two episodes as a mother and teacher, enhancing family and classroom humor through exaggerated parental reactions.[7] Rachel O'Meara provided various supporting roles in multiple sketches, often as quirky adults in surreal scenarios, adding layers of absurdity to the show's non-sequitur style.[17] These recurring performers emphasized contrasts in age and authority, portraying bumbling adults or sidekicks that amplified the principal cast's energetic, youthful humor—such as inept principals clashing with teen rebels or parents baffled by kid inventions—while maintaining the series' inclusive, multi-ethnic vibe through diverse ensemble interactions.[1] Frequency of appearances was limited to support specific sketch arcs, typically 2-3 episodes per actor, allowing fresh dynamics without overshadowing the core group.[7] Guest stars were featured sparingly for one-off appearances, often in musical or parody sketches to inject celebrity flair. The hip-hop duo New Boyz served as special guests in the "Lunch Boxing" episode, performing in a music video segment titled "New Kid" that parodied school cliques and boosted the show's hip-hop parody elements. Actress Annie Sertich appeared in the pilot episode as a harried mother in the music video "Running Errands With My Mom," interacting with principal cast members Jeremy Shada and Shauna Case to highlight everyday frustrations through exaggerated comedy.[18] Other one-time guests included performers like Carla Renata as Mrs. Jensen in a single teacher role and Gina Torrecilla as a mom in a family sketch, each enhancing thematic contrasts in isolated segments without recurring presence.[19] These appearances underscored the show's youthful, diverse energy by incorporating musicians and character actors who aligned with its parody-driven, inclusive format.[1]Production
Development
Incredible Crew originated as a concept developed by Nick Cannon, an established entertainer and producer, who envisioned a live-action sketch comedy series blending high-energy skits, hidden-camera pranks, music videos, and parodies with an emphasis on internet-savvy humor and youthful imagination. Cannon pitched the idea to Cartoon Network as part of the network's broader strategy in the early 2010s to incorporate more live-action content, aiming to attract and retain viewers in the 9-14 age range amid a predominantly animated lineup. This initiative sought to fill a perceived gap in tween-targeted live-action comedy, drawing on Cannon's prior successes in youth-oriented programming.[9][6][20] The pilot episode, written and produced by Cannon, served as the key presentation that convinced network executives of its potential. Successful testing of the pilot led Cartoon Network to commission a full 13-episode order in early 2012, marking a significant commitment to the format.[9][1] The creative team was assembled under Cannon's leadership as executive producer, alongside Michael Goldman and Scott Tomlinson, with overall production handled by Cartoon Network Studios and Cannon's N'Credible Entertainment. Key decisions during pre-production emphasized casting diverse young performers through targeted auditions and refining scripts to balance edgy tween humor with family-appropriate content, resulting in toned-down elements to align with network guidelines.[9]Filming and Cancellation
Filming for Incredible Crew took place in Los Angeles, California.[1] The production was handled by Cartoon Network Studios in association with Nick Cannon's N'Credible Entertainment, emphasizing a high-energy approach with short-form surreal comedy sketches, hidden camera pranks, original music videos, and commercial parodies. Episodes were structured around non-sequitur humor, with sketches varying in length but generally designed for quick pacing to maintain viewer engagement in the half-hour runtime.[21] The show's production process involved a standard television workflow for sketch comedy, including rehearsals and on-set performances captured to preserve the improvisational feel of the teen cast's delivery. Post-production focused on editing for rapid cuts, overlaying music, and incorporating practical effects where needed for the exaggerated, comedic scenarios. The series completed 13 episodes in a single season.[1] Cancellation was announced by Cartoon Network on July 29, 2013, following the completion of its first and only season.[22] The decision stemmed largely from declining viewership, as the official series premiere drew 1.61 million total viewers on January 24, 2013, but saw numbers drop in subsequent airings, such as 1.26 million for a May 2013 episode and around 800,000–900,000 for later slots.[23] This underwhelming performance contributed to the network's pivot away from live-action originals toward its core animated programming slate. Reruns continued airing on Cartoon Network after cancellation, but no second season was produced.[22]Episodes
Pilot Episode
The pilot episode of Incredible Crew was developed by creator and executive producer Nick Cannon as a proof-of-concept presentation for Cartoon Network.[13] It served as the basis for the first episode and assembled the core cast for their debut, featuring Shameik Moore, Shauna Case, Chanelle Peloso, Brandon Soo Hoo, Tristan Pasterick, and Jeremy Shada in sketches that established the show's blend of surreal comedy bits, hidden camera pranks, original music videos, and commercial parodies.[24] The pilot aired as the first sneak peek episode titled "Lunch Boxing" on December 31, 2012.[25][26]Season 1
Season 1 of Incredible Crew consisted of 13 half-hour episodes that aired on Cartoon Network, beginning with two sneak peek episodes on December 31, 2012 (1.55 million viewers combined), followed by the official series premiere on January 24, 2013, and concluding with the season finale on April 11, 2013.[3][27] Episodes generally aired weekly on Thursday evenings at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT, with minor exceptions such as a Monday airing on February 11, 2013, and no mid-season hiatus to interrupt the schedule.[28] Each episode ran approximately 22 minutes exclusive of commercials and comprised 5 to 7 short sketches, drawing from diverse themes like school life, family mishaps, and absurd inventions to highlight the cast's improvisational talents.[29] The season's early episodes emphasized quick, standalone gags to introduce the performers and foster on-screen rapport, such as parodies of everyday embarrassments in school settings. Mid-season installments peaked with music-infused content, including boy band spoofs and song-driven narratives. Later episodes shifted toward sketches with extended storytelling, like competitive showdowns between quirky creations. Some sketches were reportedly cut during editing for pacing, as noted in contemporary cast discussions.[30] The episodes are detailed below, with premiere dates, production codes, and representative key sketch themes:| No. | Title | Air Date | Prod. Code | Key Sketch Themes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lunch Boxing | December 31, 2012 | 101 | School lunch rivalries, emoticon-based characters, inventive friendship aids like "baby interpretron 3000"[31] |
| 2 | Pancake Genie | December 31, 2012 | 102 | Magical breakfast wishes gone wrong, detective siblings solving silly crimes, hot dog-themed breakfast experiments[32] |
| 3 | Farting Grandpa | January 24, 2013 | 103 | Disruptive family elders, post-school errand songs, sparkling facial hair trends, balloon animal medical care[33] |
| 4 | Magical Video Game Controller | January 31, 2013 | 104 | Reality-altering gaming devices, cosmic-headed explorers in absurd adventures |
| 5 | Candy Deodorant | February 7, 2013 | 105 | Sweet-scented hygiene products, poorly timed excitement, enthusiastic winter characters, pizza-based magic tricks[34] |
| 6 | Remote Control Broccoli | February 11, 2013 | 106 | Vegetable remote controls causing chaos, disastrous haircut transformations |
| 7 | Cheat Sheet Tacos | February 14, 2013 | 107 | Edible exam aids, bedtime question overloads, mysterious object obsessions |
| 8 | Super Duper Gross Things | February 21, 2013 | 108 | Extreme disgust challenges, shark-toothed tough guys, adult toy misuse, holiday hunter mishaps[35] |
| 9 | Face Jeans | March 7, 2013 | 109 | Clothing on facial features, sensitive Viking quests, school bus broadcasts, pillow fight finales[36] |
| 10 | Rodney Tape-Face | March 21, 2013 | 110 | Muffled-face embarrassments, after-school errand musicals with reluctant kids[37] |
| 11 | Bunk Bed Mountain | March 28, 2013 | 111 | Elevated sleeping adventures, shaving cream pranks, cafeteria performances, young pop star spoofs[38] |
| 12 | Cardboard Robot vs. Tinfoil Lizard | April 4, 2013 | 112 | Homemade monster battles, startling surprise experts |
| 13 | Manners Shark | April 11, 2013 | 113 | Polite sea creature enforcers, sewer royalty tales, versatile household items, beverage heist capers[39] |
Music and Soundtrack
Original Score
The original score for Incredible Crew was primarily composed by series creator Nick Cannon, who handled the theme music across 13 episodes, in collaboration with music supervisor Kevin Writer, who provided 56 original cues for the 13-episode season.[7][40] These cues supported bumpers, transitions, and sketch underscoring, enhancing the comedic sketches with energetic rhythms that complemented the young cast's performances.[40] The theme song, titled "Incredible Crew (Main Title)," was written and performed by Cannon, setting an upbeat tone for the series.[14] Additional hip-hop influences came from cast member Shameik Moore, who contributed rapping to original tracks integrated into sketches, such as the parody-style "Bad Luck Rap."[41] The score's styles encompassed upbeat rap verses, pop song parodies, and instrumental beats, featuring roughly 10-15 unique vocal pieces per season alongside the instrumental underscoring.[14][42] Music creation occurred through N'Credible Entertainment, the production company co-founded by Cannon and Writer in 2009, allowing for in-house development tailored to the show's live-action sketch format.[43] This approach ensured a dynamic, recorded-on-site feel that amplified the humor and musical elements, differentiating Incredible Crew by blending comedy with original songs for greater engagement.[40]Released Volumes
The soundtrack for Incredible Crew was released in two volumes in 2013, featuring original songs performed primarily by the show's cast members and tied to sketches from the first season. These albums were produced to highlight the musical elements of the series, with compositions by Nick Cannon and Kevin Writer.[44][45] Volume 1, titled Incredible Crew: Music From the Television Show (Vol. 1), was released on March 15, 2013, shortly after the show's premiere, and contains 9 tracks drawn from early episodes, including the theme song and hits like "School Daze Rap." The album was distributed digitally through platforms such as iTunes, Amazon Music, and Spotify, as part of promotional efforts for the series.[46][47][14]| Track No. | Title | Performers | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Incredible Crew (Main Title) | Nick Cannon | 0:20 |
| 2 | Running Errands With My Mom | Jeremy Shada, Shauna Case & Annie Sertich | 2:23 |
| 3 | Doing Something Fun While Doing Something Boring | Shameik Moore, Tristan Pasterick, Ashley Argota & Liana Liberato | 1:32 |
| 4 | Leggings | Chanelle Peloso, Ashley Argota & Liana Liberato | 1:21 |
| 5 | Bad Haircuts | Shameik Moore, Brandon Soo Hoo & Tristan Pasterick | 1:24 |
| 6 | So Stylin' | Chanelle Peloso & Ashley Argota | 1:25 |
| 7 | Heavy Metal Science Fair | Shameik Moore & Tristan Pasterick | 1:30 |
| 8 | School Daze Rap | Shameik Moore, Brandon Soo Hoo, Tristan Pasterick, Ashley Argota, Liana Liberato & Chanelle Peloso | 2:00 |
| 9 | Not a Dirty Word | Shameik Moore | 2:06 |
| Track No. | Title | Performers | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AJ Boy Bander | Jeremy Shada, Chanelle Peloso & Shauna Case | 2:26 |
| 2 | Bad Luck Rap | Shameik Moore, Brandon Soo Hoo, Tristan Pasterick & Shauna Case | 1:46 |
| 3 | New Kid | Ashley Argota, Liana Liberato & Chanelle Peloso | 1:58 |
| 4 | Reading Is Fun | Tristan Pasterick, Brandon Soo Hoo & Shameik Moore | 1:35 |
| 5 | Putting Shaving Cream On Stuff | Liana Liberato, Ashley Argota & Chanelle Peloso | 1:24 |
| 6 | Stickers | Brandon Soo Hoo, Tristan Pasterick & Shameik Moore | 1:47 |
| 7 | Teacher's Lounge (feat. E40) | Jeremy Shada & E40 | 2:10 |
| 8 | So What! | Ashley Argota, Chanelle Peloso & Liana Liberato | 2:07 |