Some will remember a few months back when comedian Norm MacDonald announced that he was creating a new show for the FX Network entitled “The Norm MacDonald Reality Show.” Everything appeared to be a go and diehard fans have eagerly awaited for its premier in the fall. The show even has its own IMDB page and everything, despite being very skimpy. We assumed it would appear opposite FX’s single comedy series “It’s Always Sunny in Philadephia.” Now things aren’t looking so good. When FX announced their upcoming fall schedule, Norm’s show was curiously absent. Instead, word has surfaced that three new comedies have been confirmed. They are Louis CK’s new comedy “Louie,” the partly-improvised “The League,” and the animated series “Archer.” So, what the hell?
It seems like Norm’s been making a comeback over the past couple years. He released a solid comedy album, vexed everyone at the “Comedy Central Roast of Bob Saget,” made a hilarious appearance on “Saturday Night Live’s” Celebrity Jeopardy, and has certified himself as the funniest guest to have on a late night talk show. When you watch him with Letterman, Conan, and Jon Stewart, you can see how much they’re having just letting Norm do his thing.
So sit back and enjoy these clips. If FX has abandoned the project, I hope the show ends up on a network looking for some guaranteed hilarity. Maybe TBS or USA will bite.
