Hotbox (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Series · ★ 4
Released in 2009, Hotbox is a comedy series.
What it’s about. Hotbox was a Canadian absurdist sketch comedy television show on The Comedy Network. It starred Pat Thornton, and was a spinoff of the online sitcom The Owl and the Man. Some notable guest appearances on the show included comics Jon Dore, Colin Mochrie and Seán Cullen. The title "Hot Box" relates to the show's frame story, which starts in each episode's opening sequence, which depicts a box which falls from space, and is discovered by scientists. Throughout the episode, the scientists then perform disastrous experiments involving the box, which contains screens displaying the show's sketches.
Who’s in it. Hotbox stars Sydney Cross as Young Janis.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Hotbox has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hotbox page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hotbox tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hotbox (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hotbox change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hotbox worth watching?
- Hotbox holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hotbox?
- Hotbox stars Sydney Cross.
- When was Hotbox released?
- Hotbox was released in 2009.