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[Punk Rock Geek]

Has anyone seen this?  It's a TV show that was made in the 90s, about a family in the 80s.  The sister and the brother are trying to fit in at school, and while the brother is a "geek", the sister quickly tries to become one of the "freaks" (stoners, rebels, etc).  Upon first hearing this, it may sound like the show is trying too hard to fit these characters into a mold, but they all go much deeper than their associated stereotypes while simultaneously being played believably.  Honestly, the script brings most Hollywood movies to absolute shame and it has inspired my writing style a lot.

For anyone who has seen Pineapple Express, it has Seth Rogen and that other main character in it, and they're both part of the stoner crowd.  It says something when I (someone who can't stand stoner films or Seth Rogen) really love this show.  However, if you're expecting humor like what you find in Pineapple Express, don't.  The humor here is more subtle and realistic.

It only lasted 18 or so episodes, but they're each an hour in length.  I know it has a cult-like following, so I'm just wondering if anyone here has seen it.  They started playing it on G4TV, if you're interested!

[Dopamino]

I read about it, but I've never seen it.

[SertraOD]

I was a huge fan when it originally aired. OG Apatow fans represent!

[Eric]

My brother tells me that I watched this show when I was young, but I don't really remember it. I should watch it now that I can actually remember/understand it.

[Punk Rock Geek]

SertraOD, on 27 June 2009 - 04:01 PM, said:

I was a huge fan when it originally aired. OG Apatow fans represent!

Awesome, but wouldn't you have been 9 years old?  Have you seen it since?

[anti-flagfan]

i bought the series on dvd for $25 used. i loved the show, but man overacting by seth rogan , still funny. i think some of the episodes are on youtube for those who haven't watched it.

[steenie]

i love freaks and geeks, i've been trying to find it in oz for ages now. its also got jason segal in it.
the guidance counselor is way funny

[soybot]

I realized I ought to see this show this past school year.  All of the episodes are on youtube (though some segments are without sound) and it's absolutely fantastic!!!!  Young Seth Rogan, James Franco, and Jason Segal is GOLD.

[AYP]

I really liked the show when it first it came out. I was bummed out when it was canceled.

[Loki]

Have it on DVD have watched it straight through twice, plus when it originally aired. Most of  the Apatow regulars  are in it. Might I also recommend Undeclared? Its a less drama more comedy show that Apatow did, which is basically "freaks and geeks go to college".

[Punk Rock Geek]

I've now finished the series.  

Darn it.  It's depressing because I wanted it to keep going.

Spoiler

The way the show turned me against Cindy Sanders at the end was amazing.  It was believable, because rather than changing her personality, they just filled in the gaps that were missing.  It really makes the viewer realize how little Sam knew about her, and how superficial their entire friendship was.  

I feel weird talking about this as if it was real, but the plot was so good!  It may be my new favorite TV show of all time.  

By the way, Millie was my favorite character.  

[soybot]

Punk Rock Geek, on 04 July 2009 - 02:13 AM, said:

I've now finished the series.  

Darn it.  It's depressing because I wanted it to keep going.

Oh man. i was SO upset when I was getting towards the last couple of episodes just knowing that it would be over soon I wish they could still make new seasons but all the actors are probably a little outdated for it at this point

[Loki]

Sam Levine and James Franco look the same, but John Francis Daley is like 8 feet tall.

[Rissa]

BEST FUCKING SHOW EVER. that is all.

[Punk Rock Geek]

Rissa, on 05 July 2009 - 02:25 AM, said:

BEST FUCKING SHOW EVER. that is all.

Glad to know that so many people have seen it!

[Broken Magnifying Glasses]

this show is so bomb.
me and my sister used to watch it all the time.
After it quit showing i forgot the name of it...and was convinced it was called that 80's show and was never able to find it again.
So thumbs up for posting this.

[Punk Rock Geek]

Broken Magnifying Glasses, on 05 July 2009 - 07:55 PM, said:

this show is so bomb.
me and my sister used to watch it all the time.
After it quit showing i forgot the name of it...and was convinced it was called that 80's show and was never able to find it again.
So thumbs up for posting this.

Ha, That 80's Show is real, but it was a terrible That 70s Show spinoff.

[Broken Magnifying Glasses]

Punk Rock Geek, on 05 July 2009 - 07:57 PM, said:

Ha, That 80's Show is real, but it was a terrible That 70s Show spinoff.

I know haha. when they came out with that 80s show it caused me confusion. Cause I was like oh yea i know that show...then i watched it and was like dammit.

[Loki]

Off topic:Chyler Leigh with liberty spikes is so hot.
Back on Topic. I had friends over today, we were watching the credits for Scooby Doo 2 for some reason and I saw Linda Cardellini. I pulled the box set of Freaks and Geeks off the shelf to show my friend what she used to look like, then she saw Seth Rogen and James Franco and vowed to watch the show.