THE STATE was simply one of the sharpest, funniest and most underrated shows to debut in the 1990's. Originally created as MTV's first foray into the sketch comedy genre, "THE STATE" was a comedic gem that rocked Generation X with slapstick, smarts and witty sarcasm. The dynamic cast features 11 exceptional actors that have continued to collaborate on hit projects.
THE STATE launched the careers of the multi-talented cast, many of whom are now considered some of the most formidable comedic performers and writers of their generation. THE STATE starred Michael Ian Black ("Ed," "STELLA," "Viva Variety," Run, Fat Boy, Run), Michael Showalter("STELLA," The Baxter, Wet Hot American Summer), David Wain ("STELLA," Role Models, The Ten, "Wainy Days"), Robert Ben Garant ("RENO 911!," Viva Variety, Balls of Fury), Kerri Kenney-Silver("RENO 911!", "Viva Variety"), Thomas Lennon ("RENO 911!", I Love You Man, Balls of Fury), Joe Lo Truglio ("RENO911!", Superbad, I Love You Man), Ken Marino ("Party Down," The Ten, Diggers),Michael Patrick Jann (RENO 911!: Miami, Let's Go to Prison) Kevin Allison (The Ten, RENO 911!: Miami), and Todd Holoubek ("You Wrote It, You Watch It").