

Viva Variety
Overview
In this surreal satire of European variety shows as brought to you by The State, bantering ex-spouses Mr. and Mrs. Laupin and their sexy assistant Johnny Bluejeans welcome celebrity guests and cutting-edge bands.
Seasons (3)
Season 1
13 Episodes
1997
Season 2
13 Episodes
1998
Season 3
11 Episodes
1998
Series Cast
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