Classic films, novelized by TV comedy writers, narrated by your favorite comics & actors. Season 2: Independence Day, with Will Forte, Josh Johnson, Chris Parnell, Jake Johnson, Mae Whitman, and many more
The Novelizers with Andy Richter
Dirty Dancing - Chapter 1Featuring a chapter novelized by Rich Talarico and narrated by Rachel Dratch, plus an interview with Matteo Lane. Hosted by Dave Hill.Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, then get comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to turn it into a hilarious audiobook, narrated by comedians and actors. We also feature interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film.The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Cole Emoff, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Dave Hill. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Nick Testa. Reprise performed by Dave Hill. Distributed by Cincinnati Public Radio.Rachel Dratch is an actress and comedian best known for her work as a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1999 to 2006, where she created memorable characters like Debbie Downer. Beyond SNL, she has appeared in numerous films and television shows including "30 Rock" and "Wine Country." Dratch is also an author, having written the memoir "Girl Walks into a Bar...: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle."Matteo Lane is an Italian-American stand-up comedian, opera singer, and painter who has gained recognition for his sharp observational humor and openness about LGBTQ+ experiences. He has appeared on comedy shows including "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," "Late Night with Seth Meyers," and Comedy Central's "The Comedy Jam." Look for his book "Your Pasta Sucks: A Cookbook" at better bookstores everywhere.Rich Talarico is an Emmy-nominated comedy writer and producer known for his work on "Key & Peele" and "MADtv." He's also contributed to shows like "Saturday Night Live" and has performed with improv groups including Second City.The Novelizers is a work of parody. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon.Copyright 2025 Novelizers LLC.]]>
Our Dirty Dancing novelization is just around the corner, but to tide you over is a special bonus episode, novelized by Dennis DiClaudio and narrated by Hallie Haas. More from Hallie: https://halliehaas.com/sourdoughfilm.cominstagram.com/halliehaastwitter.com/halliekhaastiktok.com/@halliehaas beacons.ai/dennisdiclaudio
The Matrix, Chapter 21 Featuring a chapter novelized by Alex Rubens and narrated by Richard Ayoade, plus an interview with Brian Shortall. Richard Ayoade is a comedian, actor, writer and director who stared in The IT Crowd, Krapopolis, Disenchantment, and more. Four-time Emmy Award nominee Alex Rubens is the showrunner of Krapopolis. He has written on such critically acclaimed shows as Key & Peele, Rick and Morty, and Community. Brian Shortall is a Second City and iO alum with nearly 20 years experience performing, writing and teaching comedy and improvisation. Brian has appeared in feature films including Blockers and television shows such as Key & Peele. He's written for Girl Boss on Netflix. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 20 Featuring a chapter novelized by Allison Silverman and narrated by Jackie Kashian, plus an interview with Jeremy Culhane. Allison Silverman is a writer and producer known for Russian Doll, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, The Daily Show, and more. Jackie Kashian is a stand-up comedian who has been seen on After Midnight, Conan, Corden, HBO, Netflix, and Comedy Central. She's been heard on Bob's Burgers and Strange Planet; and featured on NPR and Audible. Jeremy Culhane is an actor/writer/improviser/performer whose credits include American Vandal, Heathers, 9-1-1, Yes Day, and Jimmy Kimmel Live!. He performs weekly with UCB's Harold team GHOST and sketch team MOON GOON. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 19 Featuring a chapter novelized by Daniel Kibblesmith (Colbert, Clone High), and narrated by June Diane Raphael (How Did This Get Made!) plus an interview with Suzi Barrett. Andy Bobrow has written for Community, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Bless the Harts, The Last Man on Earth, Malcolm in the Middle, SNL, and Krapopolis. Lane Moore is a stand-up comedian who is the creator and host of Tinder Live! With Lane Moore, and her writing has appeared in The New Yorker and The Onion. Alyssa Sabo is a comedian and improviser at the Upright Citizens Brigade. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 18 Featuring a chapter novelized by Andy Bobrow, and narrated by Lane Moore plus an interview with Alyssa Sabo. Andy Bobrow has written for Community, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Bless the Harts, The Last Man on Earth, Malcolm in the Middle, SNL, and Krapopolis. Lane Moore is a stand-up comedian who is the creator and host of Tinder Live! With Lane Moore, and her writing has appeared in The New Yorker and The Onion. Alyssa Sabo is a comedian and improviser at the Upright Citizens Brigade. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 17 Featuring a chapter novelized by R.J. White (McSweeney's), and narrated by Truth Ali plus an interview with Ali Ghandour. R.J. White is a comedy writer who has written for McSweeney's. Truth Ali is a hip-hop artist and voice actor who has toured with Rakim. His sixth album "While You Slept" is available now. Ali Ghandour is the Artistic Director at UCB and has appeared on Superstore, The Unicorn, The Guest Book, The Goldbergs, and Drunk History. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 16 Featuring a chapter novelized by Josh Comers, and narrated by Triumph the Insult Comic Dog plus an interview with Ronnie Adrian. Josh Comers is a comedian who has written for The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Conan, and Comedy Central. Robert Smigel is the co-creator of Leo, and a writer/performer for Conan, SNL, and Hotel Transylvania and more. Ronnie Adrian is known for his work with UCB, Key and Peele, Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot, and more. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 15 Featuring a chapter novelized by Sunita Haberlein, and narrated by Scott Aukerman (Comedy Bang Bang) plus an interview with Michael Hartney (UCB). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 14 Featuring a chapter novelized by Mark Steinbach (SNL), and narrated by stand-up comedian Ophira Eisenberg (Parenting is a Joke) plus an interview with Tyler Benedict (iO Chicago). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 13 Featuring a chapter novelized by Joel Levinson (2776), and narrated by Al Samuels (UCB), Jiavani, Ross Bryant (UCB), and Ahsohn Williams plus an interview with Hallie Haas (UCB). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 12 Featuring a chapter novelized by Rachel Axler (Veep, New Girl, The Daily Show) and narrated by Alison Pill (Star Trek: Picard, Scott Pilgrim, Hello Tomorrow!) plus an interview with James Mannion (UCB, Comedy Bang Bang). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
It takes a village to make a podcast, but it especially takes our composer and editor, Cole Emoff and Graham Douglas. We're giving them a week off to frolic in the summer sun before we chain them to back to their laptops, and then chain those laptops to their desks, and then chain those desks to some cozy yet ergonomic chairs (we're not monsters). We'll be back next week with an all new episode. See ya then!
The Matrix, Chapter 11 Featuring a chapter novelized by Novelizers co-producer Suchetas Bokil (The Harvard Lampoon) and narrated by Andrew Ti (Yo, Is This Racist?) plus an interview with Jamie Denbo (Spy, F is for Family). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix, Chapter 10 Featuring a chapter novelized by Steve Agee (Peacemaker, Suicide Squad, New Girl) and narrated by David Dastmalchian (Late Night with the Devil) plus an interview with Carl Tart (Grand Crew, Mad TV). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
Special bonus episode for comedy/movie/podcast/Matrix-interested people. It's Part 2 of our crossover with our friends at The Flophouse Podcast - who have taken a deep dive into the third Matrix film - just for you! The Flophouse Podcast is available HERE and also wherever you get your podcasts. We'll be back on Monday, with an all new chapter of The Matrix.
A special Flophouse Podcast crossover with our friends Dan McCoy, Elliot Kalan, plus John Hodgman. Check out The Flophouse Podcast and stay tuned for a special Matrix Revolutions edition of the Flophouse in our feed later this week. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix — Chapter 8 Brennan Lee Mulligan (Dimension 20, CollegeHumor) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Ross Pal plus an improv interview with Izzy Roland (Dimension 20, The Sex Lives of College Girls) Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller and sometimes Aimee Mann. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix — Chapter 7 Dan Savage (Savage Love) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Chris Karwowski (The Onion, Show & Sell Podcast) plus an improv interview with Vanessa 5000 aka Courtney Pauroso. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller (and sometimes Aimee Mann). Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix — Chapter 6 Scott Adsit (30 Rock) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Laura Krafft (The Colbert Report) plus an improv interview with Ian Brennan (Glee). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix — Chapter 5 A very special, very sleepy crossover episode with Drew Ackerman and the Sleep With Me podcast, the world's premiere podcast for falling asleep. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, then get top TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize it, and have a comedian or actor narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Aimee Mann and Paige Beller. Special thanks to WYSO. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. More info at thenovelizers.com. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix — Chapter 4 Tom Scharpling (The Best Show with Tom Scharpling) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Kelsy Abbott (Uncle Grandpa) plus an improv interview with Ryan Barton (Upright Citizens Brigade). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
Matt Mercer (Critical Role) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Josh Lieb (The Daily Show, What We Do In the Shadows) plus improv legend Will Hines. Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix - Chapter 2 David Javerbaum (The Tweet of God, An Act of God, The Daily Show) novelizes and narrates a scene from The Matrix, plus Laura Krafft (The Colbert Report, The Crazy Ones). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin, performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Aimee Mann. Special thanks to WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
The Matrix - Chapter 1 Rob Delaney (Catastrophe) narrates a scene from The Matrix novelized by Chase Mitchell (The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon) plus Seth Morris (Big Mouth, College Town Podcast). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize. Then we give those scenes to a comedian or actor to narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film. The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Music and additional editing by Cole Emoff. Graphic design by Crystal Dennis. Theme song by Andrew Lin and performed by Knotts. Reprise performed by Paige Beller. Special thanks to Chris Karwowski and WYSO radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Warner Brothers. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and TikTok, and please donate to our Patreon. Copyright 2024 Novelizers LLC.
Independence Day - the whole damn movie, novelized in one giant audiobook-style episode. Hear ID4 as you've never heard it before, as told by 20 comedy writers, and narrated by Will Forte, Chris Parnell, Beanie Feldstein, Tony Zaret, Craig Ferguson, Aparna Nancherla, Adam Pally, Andy Daly, Josh Johnson, Mae Whitman, Jon Wuster, David Pressman, Kevin Shinick, Jake Johnson, Vir Das, Paget Brewster, Maurice LaMarche, and James Urbaniak. And come back next week, when we launch Season 3 - The Matrix.
Ch. 19: "Check, Mate." Novelized by Scott Chernoff, narrated by Will Forte. Epilogue: "Epilogue." Novelized by Anita Serwacki, narrated by James Urbaniak. Interview: Aristotle Athari. Will Forte is best known for being a cast member on Saturday Night Live for eight seasons, where he first created MacGruber, and for creating and starring in Last Man on Earth. Scott Chernoff has previously written for Conan, Rick and Morty, and BoJack Horseman. James Urbaniak is known for voicing Dr. Venture in The Venture Bros. and for his appearances in movies like The Fabelmans and Oppenheimer. Anita Serwacki is a former writer for The Onion. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Editing, mixing, and mastering by Chris. Improv booking by Christine Bullen. Music by Cole Emoff. Art direction by Crystal Dennis with illustrations by Barry Crain. Intro narration by Robin Reed. Interviews by Kevin Carter. Special thanks to Luke Dennis and Peter Hayes at WYSO Public Radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company, or Independence Day. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
Ch. 17: "The Apple PowerBook 5300ce." Novelized and narrated by Tony Zaret. Ch. 18: "President Maverick." Novelized by Daniel Powell, narrated by Michael Torpey. Interview: Hannah Pilkes. Tony Zaret is a New York-based stand-up and improvisational comedian. Michael Torpey is an actor, writer, and comedian known for his appearances on Veep, Orange is the New Black, Inside Amy Schumer, and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. He currently hosts Paid Off on truTV. Daniel Powell is a writer and producer known for co-creating Inside Amy Schumer and producing I Think You Should Leave and That Damn Michael Che. Hannah Pilkes is an improvisational comedian who was a New Face at the 2023 Just For Laughs festival. Follow her on Instagram at @hannahpilkes. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Editing, mixing, and mastering by Chris. Improv booking by Christine Bullen. Music by Cole Emoff. Art direction by Crystal Dennis with illustrations by Barry Crain. Intro narration by Robin Reed. Interviews by Kevin Carter. Special thanks to Luke Dennis and Peter Hayes at WYSO Public Radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company, or Independence Day. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
Ch. 15: "Just Call Me Captain Plan-It." Novelized by Jason Reich, narrated by Mae Whitman. Ch. 16: "Preparing for the Final Stand." Novelized by Caroline Eppright, narrated by Beanie Feldstein. Interview: Oscar Montoya. Mae Whitman is an actor known for her roles as Ann Veal in Arrested Development, Amber Holt in NBC's Parenthood, and Annie Marks in Good Girls. She also voiced Tinker Bell in Disney's Tinker Bell films and Katara in Avatar: The Last Airbender. She has appeared in numerous films, including 1996's Independence Day as the President's daughter! Jason Reich is a four-time Emmy-award-winning writer who has written for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, and he was the head writer of The Jim Jeffries' Show. He was also one of the writers of America (The Book). Beanie Feldstein is an actor known for starring in Booksmart, Lady Bird, and Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising. She also appeared as Monica Lewinsky in the third season of America Crime Story: Impeachment. Caroline Eppright is a former writer for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Oscar Montoya is a writer and improviser who has performed with the Upright Citizens Brigade. He has appeared on Reno 911! and Bless the Harts. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Editing, mixing, and mastering by Chris. Improv booking by Christine Bullen. Music by Cole Emoff. Art direction by Crystal Dennis with illustrations by Barry Crain. Intro narration by Robin Reed. Interviews by Kevin Carter. Special thanks to Luke Dennis and Peter Hayes at WYSO Public Radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company, or Independence Day. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
Ch. 13: "My Marriage Was Also Named Abort." Novelized by Jeb Lund, narrated by Josh Johnson. Ch. 14: "The Rogue, the Coif, and the Partial Can of Diet Soda in an Empty Blended Scotch Bottle." Novelized by Chris Messick, narrated by Jon Wurster. Interview: Lisa Gilroy. Josh Johnson is a stand-up comedian and former writer and performer for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. He has released two comedy specials on Comedy Central and Peacock, and his other credits include CONAN, @Midnight, and Kevin Hart's Hart of the City. Jeb Lund is a former reporter for Rolling Stone, The Guardian, and Gawker, and he has contributed to Esquire, GQ, and The New Republic, among many other publications. Jon Wurster is the former drummer for American rock band Superchunk and a comedy writer known for his appearances on The Best Show with Tom Scharpling. Chris Messick is a writer and musician. Lisa Gilroy is a writer and improviser known for her viral online videos and her appearances on Comedy Bang! Bang! The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Editing, mixing, and mastering by Chris. Improv booking by Christine Bullen. Music by Cole Emoff. Art direction by Crystal Dennis with illustrations by Barry Crain. Intro narration by Robin Reed. Interviews by Kevin Carter. Special thanks to Luke Dennis and Peter Hayes at WYSO Public Radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company, or Independence Day. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
Ch. 11: "The Tank of Forbidden Mysteries." Novelized by Andrew Lin, narrated by Andy Daly. Ch. 12: "Even as the World Ends, People Are Still Jerks." Novelized by Dave Croatto, narrated by Chris Parnell. Interview: Lilly Sullivan. Andy Daly is a writer and performer. He's currently producing The Andy Daly Podcast Project, which includes Bonanas For Bonanza. He's appeared in Comedy Central's Review, Veep, Eastbound & Down, Black-ish, The Good Place, The Office, Modern Family, Silicon Valley and more. Follow him on Twitter @TVsAndyDaly and Instagram @tvsandydaly. Andrew Lin is a writer and cartoonist. Check out his work at http://mountainofsadness.blogspot.com Chris Parnell is an actor and comedian best known for his 8-year tenure as a cast member on Saturday Night Live, voicing Jerry Smith on Rick and Morty, and voicing Cyril Figgis on Archer. He also had a recurring role on 30 Rock as Dr. Leo Spaceman. Dave Croatto is a writer and editor who previously wrote for MAD Magazine, The Onion, and Billy on the Street. Lilly Sullivan is a writer and improviser who has appeared in the 2022 feature Spirited, as well as TV shows like Righteous Gemstones and I Think You Should Leave. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Editing, mixing, and mastering by Chris. Improv booking by Christine Bullen. Music by Cole Emoff. Art direction by Crystal Dennis with illustrations by Barry Crain. Intro narration by Robin Reed. Interviews by Kevin Carter. Special thanks to Luke Dennis and Peter Hayes at WYSO Public Radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company, or Independence Day. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
Ch. 9: "The Few, The Proud, The Smithereens." Novelized by Chase Mitchell, narrated by Adam Pally. Ch. 10: "Nothing Blows Up for a Sec." Novelized by Shek Baker, narrated by Maurice LaMarche. Interview: Clark Jones. Adam Pally is a comedian and actor known for starring as Max Blum in Happy Endings and as Dr. Peter Prentice in The Mindy Project. He has also appeared on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Californication, and The Colbert Report, among many other shows and films. Chase Mitchell is a comedy writer who was written for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and Inside Job, among others shows. Maurice LaMarche is a comedian and voice actor best known for voicing Lrr, Morbo, and Calculon from Futurama and various roles in Frozen, Zootopia, Looney Tunes, and more. He also voices Sam the Toucan in the Froot Loops commercials. Shek Baker is a writer and comedian. Clark Jones is a stand-up comedian who has been listed as one of the top 11 comedians by BET.com and has appeared on HBO's "Crashing", "Night Train with Wyatt Cenac" on Starz, and the "2 Dope Queens" podcast. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Editing, mixing, and mastering by Chris. Improv booking by Christine Bullen. Music by Cole Emoff. Art direction by Crystal Dennis with illustrations by Barry Crain. Intro narration by Robin Reed. Interviews by Kevin Carter. Special thanks to Luke Dennis and Peter Hayes at WYSO Public Radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company, or Independence Day. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
Ch. 1: "The Arrival." Novelized by Steve Agee, narrated by David Pressman. Ch. 2: "In Which Jeff Goldblum Rides His Bike Like a Boss and Earth Is Invaded by 15-Mile-Wide Space Cookies." Novelized by Liz Lent, narrated by Craig Ferguson. Interview: Kenny Stevenson David Pressman is an actor known for Krapopolis, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and appearing in, you guessed it, Independence Day. Steve Agee is best known for playing John Economos and being the on-set portrayal of King Shark in the DC Extended Universe's The Suicide Squad and Peacemaker. He has also appeared on New Girl and was a writer for Jimmy Kimmel Live! Craig Ferguson is best known for hosting CBS's The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and for starring as Nigel Wick in The Drew Carey Show. Check his new show on iHeartPodcasts, "Joy, A Podcast" here. Liz Lent is a writer and painter. Check out her work on Instagram @lizlent. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Editing, mixing, and mastering by Chris. Improv booking by Christine Bullen. Music by Cole Emoff. Art direction by Crystal Dennis with illustrations by Barry Crain. Intro narration by Robin Reed. Interviews by Kevin Carter. Special thanks to Luke Dennis and Peter Hayes at WYSO Public Radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company, or Independence Day. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
Ch. 7: "Come Sail Away." Novelized by Maura Quint, narrated by Vir Das. Ch. 8: "Rubble, Rubble, Toil and Trouble." Novelized by Josh Gondelman, narrated by Paget Brewster. Interview: Seth Herzog. Vir Das is an actor, musician, and India's biggest stand-up comedian. He has released numerous specials on Netflix and recently won the International Emmy Award for his most recent special, Vir Das: Landing. Maura Quint co-founder of Tax March and runs the popular Twitter account @behindyourback. She has been a contributor to The Onion and McSweeney's. Paget Brewster starred as Special Agent Emily Prentiss on CBS's Criminal Minds and Sara Kingsley on Fox's Grandfathered. She has also appeared in Friends, Community, and Modern Family, among numerous other shows and films. Josh Gondelman is a writer and comedian who was the head writer and executive producer for Desus & Mero. He previously wrote for Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, for which he won 4 Emmy Awards, and has contributed to The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. He also performs stand-up and has been a regular contributor to NPR's Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me. Seth Herzog has appeared on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Chappelle's Show, and The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and regularly performs live comedy. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Editing, mixing, and mastering by Chris. Improv booking by Christine Bullen. Music by Cole Emoff. Art direction by Crystal Dennis with illustrations by Barry Crain. Intro narration by Robin Reed. Interviews by Kevin Carter. Special thanks to Luke Dennis and Peter Hayes at WYSO Public Radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company, or Independence Day. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
Ch. 5: "Hot City Nights." Novelized by Mickie Cathers, narrated by Jake Johnson. Ch. 6: "Pops and the Choppers." Novelized by Mike Wilson, narrated by Kevin Sussman. Interview: Will Hines. Jake Johnson is an actor known for starring as Nick Miller in New Girl. He has also voiced a Spider-Man in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and its sequel, and he has appeared in 21 Jump Street, Jurassic World, and many other films. Mickie Cathers is a writer based out of Philadelphia. Kevin Sussman is an actor best known for playing Walter on Ugly Betty and Stuart Bloom on The Big Bang Theory. Mike Wilson is a writer living in Chicago. Will Hines has appeared on Brooklyn 99, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Broad City, Inside Amy Schumer, Conan, and is a big macher at the UCB Theater. Follow him on Instagram. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski, Rob Kutner, and Suchetas Bokil. Editing, mixing, and mastering by Chris. Improv booking by Christine Bullen. Music by Cole Emoff. Art direction by Crystal Dennis with illustrations by Barry Crain. Intro narration by Robin Reed. Interviews by Kevin Carter. Special thanks to Luke Dennis and Peter Hayes at WYSO Public Radio in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company, or Independence Day. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
Ch. 3: "The Peakabooter." Novelized & Narrated by Kevin Shinick Ch. 4: "Boomer's Story" Novelized by Joe Fusion, Narrated by Aparna Nancherla Interview: Vic Michaelis Kevin Shinick is an Emmy Award-winning writer, a #1 bestselling author and a celebrated comic book creator, as well as an actor, director and multiple Annie Award-winning producer. Best known for his work as a writer, producer and voice-actor on Adult Swim's Robot Chicken and for penning the best selling YA novel Star Wars: Force Collector. Aparna Nancherla is a standup comedian and writer who has appeared on Late Night with Stephen Colbert, Bob's Burgers, Master of None, Inside Amy Schumer and more. She's written for Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell, Late Night with Seth Meyers, and Mythic Quest on Apple+. Her book, Unreliable Narrator: Me, Myself and Impostor Syndrome (Viking), is currently available for via Penguin Random House. Joe Fusion is a writer and smarty-pants computer sciency guy living in Portland. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by 20th Century Studios. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors.
This the full book of the Novelizers' first season, which novelizes Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. This episode is perfect if you like to have it all in one place, or if you have nothing else important going on your life. (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:00) Chapter 1 — Christina Chong (00:12:01) Chapter 2: "Dr. McCoy" — Jon Benjamin (00:18:52) Chapter 3: "Preanimate Bullshit" — Felicia Day (00:26:55) Chapter 4: "It Turns Out It's Ceti Alpha V, Not Ceti Alpha VI" — Andy Daly (00:45:39) Chapter 5: "This One Has Farts and Lady Jokes" — Mary Jo Peele (00:58:02) Chapter 6: "Showtime" — Kevin Shinick (01:09:08) Chapter 7: "Follow You Follow Me" — Patton Oswalt (01:18:43) Chapter 8: "Genesis Begins" — Maggie Maye, Mike O'Gorman, Teresa Lee (01:41:42) Chapter 9: "Yellow Alert" — Ira Glass (01:54:41) Chapter 10: "Stalling for Time" — Jo Firestone (02:01:12) Chapter 11: "Ain't Nothing Regula About Any of This" — Dick Cavett (02:13:39) Chapter 12: "Kirk! With Eels!" — Fred Stoller (02:24:15) Chapter 13: "What Am I Feeling?" — Steve Agee (02:30:44) Chapter 14: "The Wrath of Walt" — Rachel Bloom, John Hodgman, Steve Agee (02:37:31) Chapter 15: "Spock's Geometric Blunder" — J.K. Simmons (02:44:58) Chapter 16: "Scotty Loses Consciousness" — Fred MacCaulay (02:49:20) Chapter 17: "High Noon(ien)" — Maurice LaMarche (03:10:33) Chapter 18: "Live Long or Die Trying" — Beth Stelling (03:19:18) Chapter 19: "My Motherfucker is Dead" — Wayne Brady (03:24:25) Epilogue — Dave Hill The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Associate Producer: Suchetas Bokil. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Ch 19: “My Motherfucker is Dead.” Novelized by Jordan Black, narrated by Wayne Brady. “Epilogue.” Novelized and narrated by Dave Hill. Interview: Matt Walsh Wayne Brady is an American comedian best known for starring on Whose Line Is It Anyway? and hosting Let's Make a Deal, The Wayne Brady Show, and Don't Forget the Lyrics! He has won five Primetime Emmys for his work. Jordan Black is a writer and producer who has written for SNL, Last Man Standing, and The Last O.G. Dave Hill is a comedian and frequent panelist on Comedy Central's @midnight. He has also appeared on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Inside Amy Schumer, and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, among others. Matt Walsh is an actor and comedian who received two Emmy nominations for his role as Mike McKlintock on Veep. He's also a founding member of the Upright Citizens Brigade and was a correspondent on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Associate Producer: Suchetas Bokil. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Ch 17: Novelized by Shek Baker, narrated by Maurice LaMarche - “The Annoyance of Noonien.” Ch 18: Novelized by Mickie Cathers, narrated by Beth Stelling - “Live Long or Die Trying.” Interview: Geri Cole Maurice LaMarche is a comedian and voice actor best known for voicing Lrr, Morbo, and Calculon from Futurama and various roles in Frozen, Zootopia, Looney Tunes, and more. He also voices Sam the Toucan in the Froot Loops commercials. Shek Baker is a writer and comedian. Beth Stelling is a stand-up comedian who has performed on Conan, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Netflix's The Standups, and more. She has written for HBO's Crashing, and her special “Girl Daddy” is now streaming on Max. Mickie Cathers is a writer based out of Philadelphia. Geri Cole is a writer and improviser who has written for Sesame Street. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Associate Producer: Suchetas Bokil. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Chapter 15: Novelized by Mike Wilson, narrated by J.K. Simmons - “Spock's Geometric Blunder.” Chapter 16: Novelized by John Ross Bowie, narrated by Fred MacAulay - “Scotty Loses Consciousness.” Interview: Mike Czarnecki J.K. Simmons has appeared in over 200 film and television roles, receiving acclaim and various accolades, including an Oscar, a BAFTA, and a Golden Globe for his performance in Whiplash. Mike Wilson is a writer living in Chicago. Fred MacAulay is a Scottish comedian known for hosting the BBC radio program MacAulay and Co. John Ross Bowie is best known for playing Barry Kripke on The Big Bang Theory and Jimmy DiMeo on Speechless. He also appeared on Curb Your Enthusiasm, Glee, and Reno 911! Mike Czarnecki is an improvisational comedian from Dayton. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Associate Producer: Suchetas Bokil. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow The Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Ch 13: Novelized and narrated by Steve Agee - “What Am I Feeling?” Ch 14: “The Wrath of Walt” Novelized by Rob Kutner, narrated with the help of the following cast and crew: Aliza Pearl as Chanter Ronen Landa as Joachim Joe Chiapa as Khan Rena Strober as Carol Marcus Rachel Bloom as Kirk Candi Milo as Saavik John Hodgman as Computer Mike O'Gorman as Spock Clarisse Barbier and Rob Kutner as production crew Interview: Chris Karwowski. Steve Agee is best known for playing John Economos and being the on-set portrayal of King Shark in the DC Extended Universe's The Suicide Squad and Peacemaker. He has also appeared on Superstore and New Girl and was a writer for Jimmy Kimmel Live! Rachel Bloom was the co-creator and star of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, for which she won a Golden Globe, Primetime Emmy, and Critics' Choice Award. She has also appeared in many films, including Most Likely to Murder, The Angry Birds Movie 2, Trolls World Tour, Bar Fight!, and The School for Good and Evil. John Hodgman is an author and actor whose writing has been published in The Paris Review, The New York Times Magazine, and McSweeney's. He was also a regular contributor to The Daily Show with John Stewart. Mike O'Gorman is a writer and actor who has written for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and most recently appeared in Ted Lasso and True Lies. Rob Kutner is a producer of this podcast and has won five Primetime Emmys, a Peabody, and a Grammy for writing for Conan, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, and Dennis Miller Live, among others. He has also written material for the Oscars, Emmys, and two White House Correspondents' Dinners. Chris Karwowski is a producer of this podcast and was a writer and producer for The Onion and Adult Swim. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Associate Producer: Suchetas Bokil. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Ch 11: Novelized by Dennis DiClaudio, narrated by Dick Cavett - “Ain't Nothing Regula About Any of This.” Ch 12: Novelized by River Clegg, narrated by Fred Stoller - “Kirk! With Eels!” Interview: Joe Randazzo. Dick Cavett has appeared regularly on American television since the 1960s, hosting various talk shows. He writes a column for The New York Times and previously wrote for both Jack Paar and Johnny Carson's iterations of The Tonight Show. Dennis DiClaudio is a writer who was formerly the editor-in-chief of Comedy Central's Indecision website and has written for The Onion and the A.V. Club. His plays have been staged all over the United States. Fred Stoller was a writer for Seinfeld and frequently guest starred as Gerard on Everybody Loves Raymond, among appearances on various other television shows. River Clegg has written for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and The Opposition with Jordan Klepper. He has also contributed to The New Yorker, The Onion, and McSweeney's. Joe Randazzo is a writer, standup, and improviser and was formerly an editor for The Onion. He also wrote the parody film Donald Trump's The Art of the Deal: The Movie. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Production assistance by Suchetas Bokil. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Ch 9: Novelized by Stephen Levinson, narrated by Ira Glass - “Yellow Alert.” Ch 8: Novelized and narrated by Jo Firestone - “Stalling for Time.” Interview: Clark Jones. Ira Glass is the host and producer of the nationally-syndicated radio show This American Life. Stephen Levinson is the creator of this podcast and has previously written for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jim Henson Studios, and Comedy Central. Jo Firestone is best known for playing Sarah Conner on Joe Pera Talks with You and writing for and performing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Clark Jones is a stand-up comedian who has been listed as one of the top 11 comedians by BET.com and has appeared on HBO's "Crashing", "Night Train with Wyatt Cenac" on Starz, and the "2 Dope Queens" podcast. The Recap Rap was performed by Kevin Carter, written by Sage Boggs and engineered by Andre Manuel at Safe House Studios, Dayton, Ohio. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Production assistance by Suchetas Bokil. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Ch 7: Novelized by Maura Quint, narrated by Patton Oswalt - “Follow You Follow Me.” Ch 8: Novelized by Joe Fusion, narrated by Maggie Maye, Mike O'Gorman, and Theresa Lee - “Genesis Begins.” Interview: Asher Perlman and Steve Waltien Patton Oswalt has been headlining comedy clubs for over two decades, having appeared in six comedy specials and won a Primetime Emmy and Grammy. He starred in The King of Queens, narrated The Goldbergs, voiced Remy in Ratatouille, and has appeared on Seinfeld, Parks and Recreations, and various other television series. Maura Quint is the co-founder of Tax March and runs the popular Twitter account @behindyourback. She has been a contributor to The Onion and McSweeney's. Maggie Maye is a stand-up, sketch, and improvisational comedian who has appeared on Conan and Last Call with Carson Daly. She has written for Netflix's History of Swear Words and The New Yorker. Mike O'Gorman is a writer and actor who has written for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and most recently appeared in Ted Lasso and True Lies. Teresa Lee is a stand-up comedian who has written for Good Mythical Morning, Cracked, and MTV's Middle of the Night Show. She was a semi-finalist on Standup NBC. Dr. Joe Fusion is a sciency-math person who also writes comedy. Dr. Fusion is available for hire as superhero or supervillain, price negotiable. Follow him on Instagram @joe_fusion and Twitter @jfusion. Asher Perlman is a writer and performer on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and a cartoonist at The New Yorker. He has previously written for The Opposition with Jordan Klepper, The Onion, and McSweeney's. Steve Waltien is a writer and performer on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and previously wrote for The Opposition with Jordan Klepper. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Production assistance by Suchetas Bokil. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Chapter 5 “This One Has Farts and Lady Jokes,” Novelized by Liz Lent narrated by Mary Jo Pehl. Chapter 6: “Showtime,” Novelized and narrated by Kevin Shinick. Interview: Jesse Glasgow, sound engineer in charge of beeps and boops. Liz Lent is a writer and painter. Check out her work on Instagram @lizlent, Mary Jo Pehl is a writer, actor, and comedian. She was one of the founding members of Mystery Science Theater 3000 where she later played Pearl Forrester, as well as Cinematic Titanic and Rifftrax. The Mary Jo Pehl Show streams on Twitch. Check out more of her work at mjpehl.com. Kevin Shinick is an Emmy award-winning writer as well as producer, director, actor, and comic book creator. He's written and performed on Adult Swim's Robot Chicken. He's written comic books such as Batman, W.E.B. of Spider-Man, The Flash and Guardians of the Galaxy. Plus he helped create an animated Star Wars series with George Lucas but Star Trek fans don't hold it against him because it never aired. Check out his stuff at kevinshinick.com. Jesse Glasgow is a writer, performer and improviser who has appeared on Key and Peele. Follow her on Instagram @jesseglasgow. Andy Richter is a writer, performer, and podcast host. Kevin Carter is an improv performer, educator, and rapper. Check out his work at https://www.thekcarter.com/. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Production assistance by Suchetas Bokil. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Chapter 3 “Preanimate Bullshit,” Novelized by David A. Goodman narrated by Felicia Day. Chapter 4: “It Turns Out it's Ceti Alpha V, Not Ceti Alpha VI,” Novelized by Andrew Lin, narrated by Andy Daly. Interview: Arthur Meyer, William Shatner's body double. David A. Goodman has been a writer and producer on Futurama, Star Trek: Enterprise, and The Golden Girls. He's also the president of the Writers Guild of America West. Follow him on Twitter @DavidAGoodman. Felicia Day is a founder of Geek & Sundry and has appeared on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Eureka, Supernatural and MST3K, and is the creator and star of The Guild and Dragon Age: Redemption, and the co-host of the Undressed podcast. Follow her on Twitter @feliciaday and Instagram @feliciaday. Andrew Lin is a writer and cartoonist. Check out his work at http://mountainofsadness.blogspot.com Andy Daly is a writer and performer. He's currently producing The Andy Daly Podcast Project, which includes Bonanas For Bonanza. He's appeared in Comedy Central's Review, Veep, Eastbound & Down, Black-ish, The Good Place, The Office, Modern Family, Silicon Valley and more. Follow him on Twitter @TVsAndyDaly and Instagram @tvsandydaly. Arthur Meyer is a writer and performer who has written and appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and Dinner With The Parents on Freevee. Check out his super-cool website: arthur-meyer.com. Andy Richter is a writer, performer, and podcast host. Kevin Carter is an improv performer, educator, and rapper. Check out his work at https://www.thekcarter.com/. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Production assistant Suchetas Bokil. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan Chapter 1 "The Period," Novelized by Ross Pal, narrated by Christina Chong. Chapter 2: "Dr. McCoy," Novelized by Josh Lieb, narrated by Jon Benjamin. Interview: Will Hines, slug consultant Christina Chong stars as La'an Noonien-Singh (a descendent of Khan Noonien-Singh) in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, now streaming on Paramount+. Follow Christina on Instagram and Twitter, and catch her debut single ‘Twin Flames' launching on all major platforms June 16th. Josh Lieb was the showrunner of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and executive producer of NewsRadio, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, and Pod Save America. He won seven Prime Time Emmy's as a producer and writer for The Daily Show. Follow him on Substack. Jon Benjamin stars in Bob's Burgers, Archer, Wet Hot American Summer, Family Guy, Dr. Katz, and more. His album The Jazz Daredevil, is arguably the funniest album ever recorded. Will Hines has appeared on Brooklyn 99, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Broad City, Inside Amy Schumer, Conan O'Brien, and is a big macher at the UCB Theater. Follow him on Instagram. Andy Richter is a writer, performer, and podcast host. Kevin Carter is an improv performer, educator, and rapper. Check out his work at https://www.thekcarter.com/. The Novelizers was created by Stephen Levinson, produced by Stephen, Chris Karwowski and Rob Kutner, and edited, mixed and mastered by Chris Karwowski. Music by Cole Emoff, Andrew Lin, Mike Wilson and Chris Messick. Production assistant Suchetas Bokil. Special thanks to Sarah Mabe, Crystal Dennis, Dennis DiClaudio, and Hannah Levinson. Follow the Novelizers on Instagram and Twitter, or at thenovelizers.com. The Novelizers is a work of parody, unauthorized by Paramount, Roddenberry Entertainment or Star Trek. © 2023 The Novelizers and respective authors
Classic movies, retold by TV comedy writers and narrated by comics & actors. Season 1: Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan. Featuring Wayne Brady, JK Simmons, Rachel Bloom, Ira Glass, Felicia Day, Chrissy Chong and more!
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