The 'Bu
Series Overview
An award-winning series from Channel 101's short film contest in the early 2000s. It mocks the soap opera television genre and satirized life in Malibu, California. There were seven episodes filmed, with an eighth episode "apology" also submitted after the creators decided to end the series. The original run was created by The Lonely Island; and starred Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone and Sarah Chalke.
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1 Season • 8 Episodes
2003 – 2005
Premiered: Sun, Oct 26, 2003
Andy Samberg
Akiva Schaffer
Jorma TacconeLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 8: “We Didn't Do the 'Bu This Month”
3 of The Lonely Island dancing and telling the truth that they didn't do The 'Bu. Also the season finale.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The 'Bu Episode 1
Type: Clip • Published 2006-01-23
Cast & Creators
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Akiva Schaffer
Department Leadership Roster
Akiva Schaffer
Director
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What is The 'Bu about?
An award-winning series from Channel 101's short film contest in the early 2000s. It mocks the soap opera television genre and satirized life in Malibu, California. There were seven episodes filmed, with an eighth episode "apology" also submitted after the creators decided to end the series. The original run was created by The Lonely Island; and starred Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone and Sarah Chalke.
How many seasons does The 'Bu have?
The 'Bu comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The 'Bu?
Key cast members in The 'Bu include Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone.
Who created or directed The 'Bu?
The 'Bu was developed and directed by Akiva Schaffer.