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China, IL

  • TV Series
  • 2008–2015
  • TV-14
  • 22m
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7.0/10
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China, IL (2008)
AnimationComedy

Steve and Frank Smith are brothers who teach the history department in the worst university in America.Steve and Frank Smith are brothers who teach the history department in the worst university in America.Steve and Frank Smith are brothers who teach the history department in the worst university in America.

  • Creators
    • Brad Neely
    • Daniel Weidenfeld
    • Dan Pasternack
  • Stars
    • Brad Neely
    • Greta Gerwig
    • Hulk Hogan
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    • Creators
      • Brad Neely
      • Daniel Weidenfeld
      • Dan Pasternack
    • Stars
      • Brad Neely
      • Greta Gerwig
      • Hulk Hogan
    • 14User reviews
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    10kyschumann

    Amazing show. Had to give it a 10 because if all the initial bad ratings.

    Let me first off say that if you love both Rick and Morty and Bojack Horseman, you'll love this.

    This show is an art -- first of all, in it's art style -- and also it's colors. It's dark, drabby, bleak, and it fits perfectly with its perfectly cut Dark Humor. It's nihilistic optimistic; always showing and focusing on the good. Each episode displays some sort of concept, so intelligently and humorously - wether it be religion in education/government, an insecure professor's attempt at giving a perfect lecture, or about republicans vs democrats in their proud conflict that they forget to focus on helping what's best for the people. The characters are well written, and lovable even, too. It shows a group of friends amongst the school faculty and students, each who are special and commits flavor to the show. Two of them are the professors, brothers, Steve who's charismatic, wise, cool, a bit cocky, and has a great voice -- and Frank being an insecure dork with a whiney voice, always looking to exploit others for his low self-esteem. And another main character is a girl named Pony, who's a senior that hangs out with them, and is witty, smart, charismatic like Steve and gets along with him closely, but also shy and a but self-conscious. This show is addicting, and binge-watch worthy.
    10ashlon3

    This show really grew on me...

    When I first watched this show.. I was thrown off about the animation at first. Slowly it started to grow on me, and although it's simply animated, it has a lot of motion and its easy to watch.

    The characters were by far my favorite part. All the characters were very memorable and are so witty. I loved the professors and the whole set up. It's got a balance of simple humor and ridiculous violence. I wasn't sure how to feel about the show when I saw the first episode (had the same feelings about Superjail) but after getting into the show, I love all the characters and the way they interact together.

    It is a hilarious show, and it'll really grow on you if given a chance.
    9samgabella

    Underrated and misunderstood

    Too many people see the crude animation and don't understand what makes this show so wonderful. It isn't bound to reality and it explored surreal concepts, while also remaining sensical to its own universe! The characters all work well together and each episode combines the right amount of stupid humor and character growth. Some people critique the animation but it's very fluid considering how choppy the art-style is. This show needs more recognition! Plus, can you get the "I see you at UCI" song out of your head from the ads? Great show. Great characters. Great comedy.

    8.5/10 -- Rounded to 9
    8FlixFixer

    Love it! This is for the crazy people.

    One of my favorite animated shows! I would actually give the first season 8 stars and the second one 9 stars, taken together 8 stars.

    You do have to have a very open mind and a miles deep appreciation for the zany, the wacky, the absurd - then you'll adore China, IL.

    The animation style is deceptively simple yet very effective. That's hard to pull off! The voice actors are superb and seem to have a lot of fun. I'm weird enough to admit that I have a bit of a crush on Pony Merks :)

    Not for Ronald Reagan, traditional values loving conservatives - that's for sure ;) If you're of that persuasion don't watch it. If you like shows such as South Park, Archer or Ugly Americans (by the same creator!) absolutely give it a go, you won't regret it!

    The first season's episodes are rather short (about 11 minutes each). The second season consists of episodes of around twenty minutes length and feels better written (slightly) and better paced. I heavily regret that there isn't a third season!

    A highly original, smart, totally crazy show that dragged me in immediately!
    10reidrediferd-67329

    I was reluctant to watch the show the 1st time I saw the commercial.

    However, I'm so glad I gave it a chance. It quickly became one of my favorite shows. I really hope it comes out on DVD I would love to buy all of the seasons to add to my anime and cartoon collection. Ecstatic about hearing that season 3 has been ordered. I was worried after it being gone for so long that it wasn't going to come back. Keep up the great comedy guys. I recommend this show to all of my friends in hopes that the show will continue for a long time. I also recommend making a Facebook page and adding funny memes and clips from the show. I share a lot from YouTube but my Facebook friends are limited. Even without a real fb page the Wikipedia linked one made because of people searching for it already has over 6,000 likes.

    EVERYONE SHOULD WATCH THIS SHOW!!!

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    • Trivia
      There's a restaurant that Frank goes to called Chilibee's. Chilibee's takes a play on Chili's and Applebee's and the logo being a bee looking like Chili's signature logo.
    • Connections
      Edited into Creative Continuity: Adult Swim (2015)

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    • Release date
      • October 2, 2011 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Китай, Иллинойс
    • Production companies
      • Neely Comics
      • Titmouse
      • Williams Street
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      22 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

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