Factory (TV series)

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Factory
Genre Comedy
Created by Mitch Rouse
Michael Coleman
Jay Leggett
David Pasquesi
Starring
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes6 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers
Producers
Production companiesScreamin' Chickens Productions
3 Arts Entertainment
Devlin Entertainment
Original release
Network Spike
ReleaseJune 29 (2008-06-29) 
August 3, 2008 (2008-08-03)

Factory is an American comedy television series. The series received a six-episode order from Spike, [1] [2] where it premiered on June 29, 2008. The series, produced by 3 Arts Entertainment, was directed by and stars Mitch Rouse, and features fellow comedians Michael Coleman, Jay Leggett and David Pasquesi. [1]

Contents

Plot

Factory is the story of four guys who grew up together in the same small town, who drank a lot of beer, and dreamt of one day making a name for themselves. The four guys are still friends and still drink a lot of beer, only now they all work in the town's local factory. When not figuring out new ways to avoid doing their jobs, the guys are usually trying to appease their wives and girlfriends, without great success. [3]

Characters

Episodes

No.TitleOriginal air date
1"Pilot"June 29, 2008 (2008-06-29)
When a deadly accident at work leads to a job opportunity, disaccord spreads amongst the four friends on who should earn the promotion. Their boss leaves it to them to decide on who should climb up the career ladder, so everyone tries to convince the others that he is the right person for the promotion.
2"The Lemon"July 6, 2008 (2008-07-06)
Gary buys a new car that turns out to be a "lemon" - it breaks down right after he leaves the sales yard. Unable to get his money back he enlists the help of his friends. In the meantime, Gus wants to propose to his girlfriend.
3"Drug Test"July 13, 2008 (2008-07-13)
A bag of marijuana is found on the factory floor. While the factory personnel are interrogated by two specialists, the wives find their own kicks in committing crimes.
4"Builtgood Screwcutter 5000"July 20, 2008 (2008-07-20)
A new piece of machinery makes its debut on the factory floor, and Chase promptly cuts his finger off. As he and Gus attempt to woo an attractive nurse, Gary and Smitty decide to goof off around the hospital.
5"Model Employee"July 27, 2008 (2008-07-27)
The guys try to look sexy after they learn that one of their peers will be posing for a "Blue Collar Boys" calendar. Meanwhile, Chase gets some advice on how to score with women.
6"Camping"August 3, 2008 (2008-08-03)
When it is career day at school, Gary and Smitty are sent to class to tell the kids about being a factory worker, which turns into an embarrassing performance, so the guys decide to do something about it. Meanwhile, Gary's ex-wife Meg has a romantic date.

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References

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  2. "Spike TV Cranks Out Its First Original Comedy with "Factory"" (Press release). Spike. April 28, 2008 via Yahoo!.
  3. Spike TV Website Factory Page