18 Fun Facts About Community

Who created the television series 'Community'?

Dan Harmon is the acclaimed creator and showrunner of 'Community,' known for his unique storytelling approach, including the 'story circle' method.

What is the last name of the character Troy, played by Donald Glover?

Donald Glover's character is Troy Barnes, known for his bromance with Abed and his journey from star football player to a more eccentric individual.

Which recurring character in 'Community' is known for their catchphrase 'Pop pop!'?

Magnitude is a minor character whose sole line of dialogue is consistently 'Pop pop!', which he often follows with a mic drop.

What subject does Professor Ian Duncan, played by John Oliver, typically teach at Greendale?

Professor Ian Duncan is a British psychology professor who often has a questionable moral compass and a complicated relationship with Jeff Winger.

How many seasons did 'Community' originally air for?

The show ran for six seasons, with the first five airing on NBC and the final season streaming on Yahoo! Screen, famously fulfilling the fan-led chant of 'six seasons and a movie'.

Which character frequently uses the phrase 'Cool. Cool cool cool.'?

Abed Nadir, known for his meta-commentary and pop culture references, often uses 'Cool. Cool cool cool.' as a distinctive verbal tic.

In what year did 'Community' first premiere on television?

'Community' premiered on NBC on September 17, 2009, becoming a critical darling despite often struggling in the ratings.

Which television network originally aired 'Community' for its first five seasons?

NBC was the original home for 'Community' for its first five seasons before it was canceled and then picked up by Yahoo! Screen for its final season.

In the Season 1 episode 'Modern Warfare,' what is the prize for the paintball game that quickly escalates into a campus-wide war?

The seemingly simple prize of priority registration for classes transforms Greendale into a post-apocalyptic battlefield in the iconic 'Modern Warfare' episode.

What is the full name of the overachieving study group member played by Alison Brie?

Alison Brie portrays Annie Edison, a bright and ambitious student who is often the moral compass and organizer of the study group.

What kind of business does Shirley Bennett attempt to start and operate at Greendale?

Shirley Bennett, a devout Christian mother, pursues her dream of opening a sandwich shop, 'Shirley's Sandwiches,' within the Greendale cafeteria.

Before enrolling at Greendale Community College, what was Jeff Winger's profession?

Jeff Winger, played by Joel McHale, was a high-powered lawyer who was disbarred for faking his bachelor's degree, leading him to Greendale.

In the Season 6 episode 'Grifting 101,' what classic con artist film does the study group watch for inspiration?

The episode 'Grifting 101' is a loving homage to the 1973 film 'The Sting,' complete with ragtime music and iris shots, as the group tries to out-grift a grifting professor.

Who is the administrative consultant hired in Season 6 to help bring order to Greendale Community College?

Frankie Dart, portrayed by Paget Brewster, is introduced in Season 6 as a no-nonsense administrative consultant tasked with making Greendale a more functional institution.

In the Season 1 episode 'Interpretive Dance,' which character secretly takes up tap dancing?

Britta Perry initially tries to hide her passion for tap dancing, but eventually performs with Troy at a recital, revealing a hidden talent.

What unexpected item caused the ceiling of the Greendale cafeteria to collapse in the Season 6 premiere, 'Ladders'?

The collapse was humorously attributed to decades of discarded Frisbees accumulating on the roof, highlighting Greendale's unique brand of disorganization.

What type of animal is Annie's Boobs, the mischievous monkey that belongs to Chang?

Annie's Boobs is a capuchin monkey who often causes trouble, stealing various items and appearing in several episodes as a running gag.

Which 'Community' episode parodies classic mafia films, featuring Abed narrating in the style of Henry Hill from 'Goodfellas'?

'Contemporary American Poultry' is a brilliant genre parody that reimagines the Greendale cafeteria's chicken finger black market as a Scorsese-esque crime epic.