What is Baskets (TV) About?
Baskets is a comedic exploration of one man's pursuit of an unconventional dream and the reality that confronts him. The series follows Chip Baskets, played by Zach Galifianakis, who aspires to be a professional clown. Hindered by failure at a renowned clown academy in Paris and faced with an unwelcoming job market, he returns home to Bakersfield, California. Chip's life becomes further complicated when he takes on the job of a rodeo clown, a far cry from the Parisian clowning world he longs for. Throughout the series, viewers witness Chip's struggle with personal relationships, particularly with his mother, portrayed by Louie Anderson, and his twin brother, Dale, also played by Galifianakis. As Chip grapples with the dissonance between his dreams and his reality, 'Baskets' delves into themes of family, ambition, and the pursuit of happiness in small-town America. The show presents a mix of humor and pathos, often finding comedy in the poignancy of its central character's journey. Created by Louis C.K., Zach Galifianakis, and Jonathan Krisel, the series stands out for its unique voice and character-driven storytelling, cementing its place as a distinctive entry in the landscape of American television comedies.
The first episode of Baskets aired on January 21, 2016 and the most recent episode to air was on August 22, 2019.
