SPOILER ALERT: This story contains minor spoilers of Tim Robinson's 'I Think You Should Leave' live show, including general descriptions of unaired sketches. 'I Think You Should Leave' went live on Tuesday, April 2, at New York's Beacon Theatre. The sold-out show attracted nearly 3,000 fans, many of whom sported merchandise referencing iconic sketches from the Netflix series.
The live show featured creators Tim Robinson and Zach Kanin, who presented unaired sketches to special guests for feedback. Each sketch was met with enthusiasm from the audience, with guests expressing surprise that the sketches had not made it into the original series.
The show kicked off with comedian Brooks Wheelan performing stand-up before Robinson and Kanin took the stage. The format involved showcasing scrapped sketches and inviting guests to provide their opinions. Notable guests included Sam Richardson, Seth Meyers, Patti Harrison, and Paul Rudd.
One unaired sketch, 'Done Deal,' featured Robinson accusing someone of stealing his wallet, only to realize it was in plain sight. Another sketch, 'Dino Talk,' involved a man playing mind games at a lecture. 'Movie Set' depicted Robinson and Richardson as bickering background extras on a horror movie set.
The show also introduced a character named Bruce Buckles, later revealed to be a comedic act by Brendan Jennings. The night concluded with screenings of additional unaired sketches, including 'Event Space Walkthrough,' 'Dino Guy,' and 'Barney's.'
Despite the positive reception from guests and the audience, Robinson and Kanin humorously struggled to justify why the sketches were not included in the original series. The live show provided fans with a deeper look into the 'I Think You Should Leave' universe, showcasing unseen material and building on the show's comedic legacy.
While the future of 'I Think You Should Leave' on Netflix remains uncertain, Robinson and Kanin have secured an HBO pilot order for their series 'The Chair Company.' The live tour demonstrated the dedicated fan base of the show, hinting at the potential for more content in the future.
