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Almost Genius

Released
2015
Seasons
2 seasons
Comedy

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A celebration of the people, places, and things that try SO hard to succeed but come up just a bit short. Comedians and performers are digitally inserted into viral videos to comment on and congratulate these people on their bravery and ingenuity as they snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 115 episodes · premiered Dec 29, 2015

  1. 1.01Grasping for GreatnessDec 29, 2015Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate the people, places and things that try so hard to succeed but come up just a bit short.

  2. 1.02Missed It By That MuchJan 5, 2016Rate

    Chris Fairbanks, April Richardson, and the Almost Genius cast are back with a smorgasbord of clips featuring people with some pretty big ideas, not all of which pan out in the end.

  3. 1.03A Day Late and a Dollar ShortJan 12, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate the people, places, and things that try so hard to succeed but come up just a bit short. Check out a real-life lightsaber academy, the worst dating profiles EVER, plus a dance-off that's so bad, it's good!

  4. 1.04Desperately Seeking SuperJan 19, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson shine the spotlight on those who strive for greatness but just miss the mark. Then, get ready for a mystical owl whisper, Zombie Apocalypse camp and a skateboarding taco.

  5. 1.05"A" for EffortJan 26, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson give shout outs to the people who need all the props they can get - from the man with the biggest mouth in the world, to a monk who stayed out a little too late.

  6. 1.06Daring the UniverseFeb 2, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate those who reach for the stars, but fall flat on their asses - from the best local mall commercial ever, to a man who can drive a car and play the recorder at the same time.

  7. 1.07Flying Too Close to the SunFeb 9, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson raise a glass to those who try hard but don't quite hit the mark - from a pop' n' lockin' marine, to the burping queen.

  8. 1.08Standing OvationFeb 16, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson give a round of applause to those who aren't quite ready for the spotlight. From a group of friends who get sexy on the slip 'n slide, to a dolphin Don Juan, to a funeral home dance party.

  9. 1.09Yes You Can!Feb 23, 2016Rate

    From past-their-prime partiers, to a high speed wardrobe malfunction, hosts Chris and April salute those competitors who struggle just to find the finish line.

  10. 1.10We're #2Mar 1, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson turn lemons into hilarious lemonade, making the most of people who've soured on success.

  11. 1.11Close But No CigarMar 8, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson aim the spotlight at the understudies in life. From an unbalanced pageant girl, to a banana-wielding Italian, to a literal pop-eye...we give those who continually fall short their moment to shine!

  12. 1.12Sports EditionMar 22, 2016Rate

    From sprinting sumos, to super fan freakouts, and more balls to the face than you can count...hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate those athletes who go for the gold but settle for silver.

  13. 1.18Flying LowRate
  14. 1.19So Close Yet So FarRate
  15. 1.21Episode 21Rate

Season 223 episodes · premiered May 16, 2016

  1. 2.01Digging DeepMay 16, 2016Rate

    Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson know cream rises to the top, but they're interested in the layer just below. From a butt-naked rock climber, to the never ending twerk, they're digging deep to find the best no-getters out there!

  2. 2.02Hardly WorkingMay 23, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris and April are on the lookout for people who give it their all despite not being all there. From a geriatric gymnast, to the ultimate wedgie...we celebrate those who never give up - even though they probably should.

  3. 2.03Falling ShortMay 30, 2016Rate

    Falling Short: Hosts Chris and April love those who have a recipe for success but are missing a few ingredients. From a bikini-clad nunchuck artist, to the ultimate video remix battle...we're serving up a piping hot bowl of humble soup. Enjoy!

  4. 2.04There It Isn'tJun 6, 2016Rate

    From metal dudes with office jobs, to a gang of nude cyclists, to a grandma who flips for water sports...hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson do a bang-up job of showcasing those who aim high but come up the slightest bit short.

  5. 2.05No CigarJun 13, 2016Rate

    From a dad with a DIY rollercoaster, to the world's smallest gymnast...this show highlights those brave souls who think on their feet but don't always land on them.

  6. 2.06Flying LowJun 20, 2016Rate

    From a father/son beatboxing duo, to a cat with a tissue issue, this show celebrates those who shoot for the stars but don't quite make it past liftoff.

  7. 2.07So Close Yet So FarJun 27, 2016Rate

    Chris and April celebrate those who shoot for the moon...and hit a tree on the way down. From the gorilla on a wakeboard, to a girl twerking with her face, to a unicycle fail montage - a failure to launch has never been so fun.

  8. 2.08If at First You Don't SucceedJul 4, 2016Rate

    From a piano-playing horse, to a cliff jumper who thinks he's Mary Poppins, we're watching those who give it their all and still come up short.

  9. 2.09Half BakedJul 11, 2016Rate

    From homemade haircuts, to guys rebooting their computer with a baseball bat, we've got the still-frozen-on-the-inside microwave burritos of humanity.

  10. 2.10Spectacular DefeatJul 11, 2016Rate

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson are giving style points to people who snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. From a baby ninja warrior, to a flopping pianist, to a sloth with no concept of personal space.

  11. 2.11Go for the GoldJul 18, 2016Rate

    Tonight we celebrate those with gold aspirations, but bronze abilities. From the residents of a town called Dildo, to a base-jumping monkey, we find out if they're the best of the worst, or the worst of the best!

  12. 2.12Down But Not OutJul 18, 2016Rate

    From snack-stealing monkeys and fighting grandmas, to a guy solving Rubik's cubes in a speedo...these people won't win, but they'll go down swinging! Chris and April give a standing 10 count to see who will get up to finish the fight.

  13. 2.13Digging DeepRate
  14. 2.14Hardly WorkingRate
  15. 2.15Falling ShortRate
  16. 2.16There It Isn'tRate
  17. 2.17No CigarRate
  18. 2.18Flying LowRate
  19. 2.20If at First You Don't SucceedRate
  20. 2.21Half BakedRate
  21. 2.22Spectacular DefeatRate
  22. 2.23Go For The GoldRate
  23. 2.24Down But Not OutRate

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