8.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Key & Peele (2012)
Key & Peele (2012)
Overview
Key & Peele is an American sketch comedy television show. It stars Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele, both former cast members of MADtv. Each episode of the show consists of several pre-taped sketches starring the two actors, introduced by Key and Peele in front of a live studio audience.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Neutral
Trans: Negative
Viewer Rating
8.5
Overview
Key & Peele is an American sketch comedy television show. It stars Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele, both former cast members of MADtv. Each episode of the show consists of several pre-taped sketches starring the two actors, introduced by Key and Peele in front of a live studio audience.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The show's dominant themes align with progressive values, primarily through its frequent and incisive critiques of racism, racial stereotypes, and social absurdities, which are often presented from a perspective that challenges the status quo. While not every sketch is political, its most impactful social commentary consistently leans left.
This sketch comedy series, led by its diverse creators, features a visibly varied cast. Its narrative frequently employs sharp satire to explore and critique social norms, racial dynamics, and traditional identities, making these themes central to its comedic approach.
Secondary
Key & Peele occasionally features LGBTQ+ characters and themes within its sketch comedy. These portrayals are generally incidental, often using situational humor or satirizing societal reactions rather than directly affirming or denigrating queer identity. The humor typically arises from external circumstances or other characters' perspectives, resulting in a neutral overall impact.
Key & Peele includes a sketch where a criminal character falsely claims a trans identity to manipulate the legal system. This depiction uses gender identity as a source of mockery and a deceptive tactic for comedic effect. The portrayal reinforces harmful stereotypes by presenting trans identity as a tool for manipulation, leading to a net negative impact on the holistic representation of transsexual themes.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Key & Peele is an original sketch comedy show featuring new characters created for each segment. It does not adapt pre-existing material or feature legacy characters, thus no established characters are portrayed with a different gender.
Key & Peele is an original sketch comedy series featuring new characters created for each sketch. It does not adapt existing source material or portray established historical figures, thus no characters with a pre-defined race are altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.3
7.6
Critic Ratings
9.7
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