The Approach

The show’s humor is a blend of wry wit with an absurdist existential twist, yet it can also dive into pure silliness.  It’s an animated series that blends the whimsical charm of The Muppets with the surreal, avant-garde humor of The Mighty Boosh.

The tone is divided into two segments: The Variety Hour and Regular Life in Hazelwood.

The Variety Hour features a more abrupt, cerebral, and bizarre tone, setting the stage for outlandish guests that push the boundaries of imagination. The “on-air” segments pay homage to classic TV variety shows like The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, with Pinto engaging in stylized banter with the house band leader.

In contrast, Regular Life in Hazelwood adopts a more down-to-earth sitcom feel. Despite the emotional depth, it retains an air of bizarre charm, given that Hazelwood is populated by talking beans, rodents, and lizards. This part of the show is quirky but never cynical, allowing for both heartfelt moments and absurd antics to coexist.