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A zany, scripted, dark comedy that explores the bystander effect - a social psychological theory that states individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when in the presence of other people.
Every season - new story, new Bystanders.
Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford
Directed by: Jaclyn Hales and Ash Lendzion
Written by: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Heather Morris
Music by: Tory Cummins
Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter
Sound Design by: Tim McKeown
Music Mix by: Tevin Turner
Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown
Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente Associate
Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher
Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab
Artwork by: Matt Mattson
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Episode 206 - Billy Is A Squawk-Boy
Season 2 · Episode 6
jeudi 17 août 2023 • Duration 36:18
As the bystanders last moments dwindle, they are cornered into confronting the chilling truth of the Beachview Lake assault. The secrets of that fateful day emerge into the light, leaving them no choice but to reckon with their past. However, in a distant corner of the city, Z stumbles upon a glimmer of hope, a flickering beacon that may finally offer the salvation he desperately seeks. Get ready for an explosive final episode, where the bystanders are given one last chance to do something. Will they seize this opportunity or succumb to the allure of their dark past?
STARRING:
Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious
Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour
Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde
Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde
Jon Gries as Z
Luke Cook as Todd
Monte Markham as Father Anton
Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins
and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann
Narrated by: Jane Lynch
FEATURING:
Heather Morris as News Anchor Carol
Shaun Broyls as News Anchor Kevin
Ash Lendzion as Poppy
Scott Lendzion as Bruce
David D'Agostini As Sheriff Shareef
Jaclyn Hales as Fauna and Timer Voice
Nick Blair Wilfong as Sherry
Alex Tassopoulos as Deputy Depudy
Josh Fisher as Officer Office
Michael Minto, Will Rubio, Ryan Ratcliff, Nabyl Sohle, Shannon Swartz, Joey Ariemma, and Jim Hales as The Homeless Camp
Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford
Directed by: Jaclyn Hales and Ash Lendzion
Written by: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Heather Morris
Music by: Tory Cummins
Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter
Sound Design by: Tim McKeown
Music Mix by: Tevin Turner
Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown
Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente
Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher
Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab
Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios
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Episode 205 - While You Were Creeping
Season 2 · Episode 5
jeudi 17 août 2023 • Duration 27:13
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In a nostalgic trip to the 1990s, Todd Cuisinart unveils the touching tale of his fateful encounter with Billy Bobaggins, his closest confidant, and the hidden truths of that ill-fated day at Twitchercon 1990. Meanwhile, in the shadowed alleyways, Z battles against the relentless darkness, desperately seeking aid until an unexpected ally presents him with a perilous revelation that could transform an improbable savior into a true hero of the night. Gird your loins for an episode where friendships are forged, secrets unravel, and the line between heroism and villainy blurs beneath the city's brooding skyline.
STARRING:
Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious
Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour
Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde
Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde
Jon Gries as Z
Luke Cook as Friend
Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins
and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann
Narrated by: Jane Lynch
FEATURING:
Lincoln Bonilla as Young Todd
Kellen Raffaelo as Young Billy
Ignacio Diaz-Silverio as Lord
Kristian Kordula as Jack Verstigo
Heather Morris as News Anchor Carol
Shaun Broyls as News Anchor Kevin
Amelia Morck as Todd's Mom
Ash Lendzion as Billy's Mom
Lynn Lendzion as Nurse Louise
Jaclyn Hales as Fauna and Timer Voice
Nick Blair Wilfong as Sherry
Alex Carter as Mr. Walker
Bradley Andersen, Charlie Andersen, Chloe Cluff, William Cluff, Harrison Cluff, Kahea Hales, Nixon Lendzion, and Bentz Lendzion as The Kids
Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford
Directed by: Jaclyn Hales
Written by: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Heather Morris
Music by: Tory Cummins
Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter
Sound Design by: Tim McKeown
Music Mix by: Tevin Turner
Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown
Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente
Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher
Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab
Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios
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BONUS: Standing By with Ki Hong Lee
Season 1
mercredi 14 juillet 2021 • Duration 29:10
The Bystanders aftershow special with Ki Hong Lee.
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BONUS: Standing By with Ed Westwick
Season 1
mercredi 14 juillet 2021 • Duration 36:35
The Bystanders aftershow special with Ed Westwick.
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BONUS: Standing By with Oscar Nuñez
Season 1
mercredi 14 juillet 2021 • Duration 24:21
The Bystanders aftershow special with Oscar Nuñez.
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BONUS: Standing By with Jane Lynch
Season 1
mercredi 14 juillet 2021 • Duration 19:26
The Bystanders aftershow special with Narrator Jane Lynch.
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Episode 108 - Do Something
Season 1 · Episode 8
mardi 13 juillet 2021 • Duration 24:28
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Phil confronts Rick about killing Bunny only to learn some vital information that could free them all! But what happens when one of their own needs help again... will they do something?
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Episode 107 - Buried Alive
Season 1 · Episode 7
mardi 29 juin 2021 • Duration 19:22
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Still new at the whole murder thing, our tenants scramble to find the evidence against them somewhere inside Bunny’s old apartment before it gets cleaned out!
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Episode 106 - Double Trouble
Season 1 · Episode 6
mardi 22 juin 2021 • Duration 27:45
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The tenants go through interrogations and ‘show face’ at Bunny’s memorial. Depressed, scared and guilt ridden, these tenants never could have guessed who was about to walk into their lives.
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Episode 105 - Murder...Again
Season 1 · Episode 5
mardi 15 juin 2021 • Duration 15:31
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The tenants watch in horror as their neighbor Bunny Bell Pasht gets stabbed to death right in the middle of their courtyard. It’s official. They all have blood on their hands.
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