The Comic Galaxy of Mystery Science Theater 3000

<p> One of the most original shows in the history of television <I>Mystery Science Theater 3000</I> is a beloved cult hit built on the back of another cult phenomenon: the bad movie. The show's premise involved a man and some robots watching cheesy movies and cracking jokes. Over its 197 episodes <I>MST3K</I> developed a passionate fan base that took it from a local UHF show in Hopkins Minnesota to a major motion picture. This is the story of <I>MST3K</I> from the beginning to the end. Twelve of the episodes are covered giving an in-depth look at the show its ethos and its comedic style. The films screened in these episodes are discussed critically as are the episodes themselves.</p>