TV series

Baskets

Name: Baskets
Released: 2016
Cast: Zach Galifianakis, Martha Kelly, Louie Anderson

2016–2019· 4 seasons· 23 min episodesTV-MA★ 6.9Ended

On FX — From FX Productions · Brillstein Entertainment Partners

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Synopsis

Chip Baskets wants to follow his dream of being a French clown—however, reality keeps interfering. Saddled with financial difficulties and facing an impenetrable language barrier, he moves back home to Bakersfield with high hopes. There, he is forced to confront his past while working as a rodeo clown and competing with his siblings for his mother's approval and affection.

Themes

sibling relationship clown sibling rivalry rodeo clown

Episodes

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E1 RenoirNext upJan 21, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
A strong command of French is needed to really excel in French Clown School, which Chip Baskets finds out the hard way.
Guest stars: Sabina Sciubba (Penelope), Ernest Adams (Eddie), Hagen Mills (Lucky), Salvator Xuereb (Professor Thibidieux), Cyril Niccolaï (Student), Jean-Christophe Febbrari (Waiter), Pierrino Mascarino (Doctor), Dan Gilvezan (Soundman)
E2 TraineeJan 28, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 7.4
Synopsis
Chip takes a new clown under his wing at the rodeo. Mad clown love ensues.
Guest stars: Sabina Sciubba (Penelope), Ernest Adams (Eddie), Tom Proctor (Bingo the Clown), Chris McLaughlin (Cowboy Steve), Brendan Jennings (Kevin), Adam Zastrow (Juggalo), Marshall Manesh (George), Rocky McDonald (Cowboy Rick)
E3 StraysFeb 4, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
One of Martha's best friends is murdered and Chip comes to her aid.
Guest stars: Sabina Sciubba (Penelope), Raymond Ma (Store Clerk), Shel Rasten (Farm Boy), Vahe Bejan (Electronics Clerk), Sally Brooks (Pet Store Employee), Dan Gilvezan (Marcus / Announcer)
E4 Easter in BakersfieldFeb 11, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 8.2
Synopsis
Family drama brews over Easter brunch in Bakersfield.
Guest stars: Sabina Sciubba (Penelope), Ernest Adams (Eddie), Malia Pyles (Sarah Baskets), Julia Rose (Crystal), Maree Cheatham (Maggie), Ivy Jones (Grandma), Ellen D. Williams (Nicole), Dan Cole (Middle Aged Guy)
E5 Uncle DadFeb 18, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 8.0
Synopsis
As Dale attempts to make a good deal on some furniture he leaves his daughters in Chip's care.
Guest stars: Sabina Sciubba (Penelope), Ernest Adams (Eddie), Tom Proctor (Bingo the Clown), Chris McLaughlin (Cowboy Steve), Malia Pyles (Sarah Baskets), Julia Rose (Crystal), Rocky McDonald (Cowboy Rick), Ellen D. Williams (Nicole)
E6 DJ TwinsFeb 25, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
All the free bottled water in the world can't soften the sting of rejection during an evening with the family.
Guest stars: Ernest Adams (Eddie), Tom Proctor (Bingo the Clown), Chris McLaughlin (Cowboy Steve), Malia Pyles (Sarah Baskets), Julia Rose (Crystal), Dan Gilvezan (Marcus / Announcer), Rocky McDonald (Cowboy Rick), Ellen D. Williams (Nicole)
E7 CowboysMar 3, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 7.3
Synopsis
Eddie drags Chip and Martha on a road trip to deliver some cowboy justice.
Guest stars: Sabina Sciubba (Penelope), Ernest Adams (Eddie), Tom Proctor (Bingo the Clown), Meg Foster (Thelma), David Grammer (Man), Carlos Antonio (Highway Patrolman), Tsulan Cooper (Margaret), Saginaw Grant (Old Man)
E8 Sugar PieMar 10, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 7.6
Synopsis
Chip takes a sugar pie to his book club meeting.
Guest stars: Ernest Adams (Eddie), Malia Pyles (Sarah Baskets), Maree Cheatham (Maggie), Heather Olt (Coach Hillridge), Garry Clemmons (Cody), Jason Clemmons (Logan), Julie Ariola (Wanda), Darcy Shean (Nan)
E9 PicnicMar 17, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
Chip follows a turtle around Paris and meets Penelope.
Guest stars: Sabina Sciubba (Penelope), Amy O'Neill (Arlequin (uncredited)), Kelli L. Jackson (Nurse Nina), Miles Anderson (Monsieur Bellard), Julien Heron (Julien), Mathew Lorenceau (Guy with Album), Lizzy Burgi (Natalie), Terence Leclere (Beatnik #1)
E10 Family PortraitMar 24, 2016 · 23 min · ★ 8.0
Synopsis
Mom adjusts to her new life as a diabetic, Dale learns cacti only need to be watered once a year and Chip hits rock bottom. On the plus side, there are curly fries down there.
Guest stars: Sabina Sciubba (Penelope), Ernest Adams (Eddie), Aaron Hill (Sebastian), Malia Pyles (Sarah Baskets), Julia Rose (Crystal), Adam Zastrow (Juggalo), Ivy Jones (Grandma), Ellen D. Williams (Nicole)