Animal Control is a workplace sitcom that premiered on FOX in 2023. The series follows a specialized squad of Seattle-based officers whose jobs are complicated by the fact that the animals they rescue are often less erratic than the humans they assist. Starring Joel McHale as Frank Shaw, a sarcastic former cop. The show uses his encyclopedic knowledge of wildlife as a comedic foil to his social friction. The tone is a blend of sharp, modern workplace banter and the broad, physical comedy of wrangling exotic creatures in urban environments.
Critics have praised Animal Control for its breezy ensemble energy and McHale’s reliable deadpan delivery. By centering on the "creature of the week" the show provides a fresh hook for the traditional network format. While it leans into the absurdity of its premise, the chemistry between the diverse cast of officers keeps the show grounded in relatable workplace dynamics. Is this show a Rare Specimen or is it just Total Roadkill? Listen as the S1E1 boys deep dive the pilot episode, "Weasels and Ostriches," and find out.
Starring: Joel McHale, Vella Lovell, Michael Rowland, Ravi V. Patel, Grace Palmer, Kelli Ogmundson, & Gerry Dee
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