Important Things with Demetri Martin

S01E04: Chairs

Demetri considers the many mysteries surrounding chairs.

Overview

Important Things with Demetri Martin is a sketch-variety show that aired on Comedy Central starring comedian Demetri Martin. Each episode examined a single theme, the "important thing", such as timing, power, control and money. All sketches, short vignettes, animated segments and stand-up comedy were loosely related to the theme of the episode. The show was produced by Jon Stewart's Busboy Productions, and contains stand-up, prop comedy and musical comedy by Martin, as well as taped sketches. Jon Stewart took an active role in editing the first few episodes.

Episodes

Timing

S01E01 Timing

February 11, 2009
Demetri has trouble mustering the necessary anger for a breakup, time traveling for noble purposes and measuring his hobo-ness.
Power

S01E02 Power

February 18, 2009
Demetri ponders the nature of power, proves that bird ownership is arrogant and introduces The Revenger.
Brains

S01E03 Brains

February 25, 2009
Demetri does away with traditional neuroscience and phrenology as he digs into brains.
Chairs

S01E04 Chairs

March 4, 2009
Demetri considers the many mysteries surrounding chairs.
Safety

S01E05 Safety

March 11, 2009
Demetri's safety tips: Employ scented candles as a fire alarm, use pubic hair for home security, and maintain a healthy fear of piƱatas.
Coolness

S01E06 Coolness

March 18, 2009
Demetri is too cool for clear pants, but he still needs professional help before a date.
Games

S01E07 Games

March 25, 2009
Demetri trades in fun, games and audience threats while reimagining pro sports as animal duels.

Cast

Demetri Martin
Demetri Martin
Self - Host
H. Jon Benjamin
H. Jon Benjamin
Another Guy with a Neck Brac
Brian Berrebbi
Brian Berrebbi
Pickpocket / Sex Offender
John Oliver
John Oliver
The King / The Prince / William Shakespeare
H. Jon Benjamin
H. Jon Benjamin
Burglar 1
H. Jon Benjamin
H. Jon Benjamin
Benjamin Franklin
David Cross
David Cross
Co-Worker
Amanda Peet
Amanda Peet
Actress

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