The 10 Funniest Moments From 'The Last Man on Earth'
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After just one season, The Last Man on Earth has emerged as one of the funniest and most unique comedies on TV today. Will Forte plays Phil Miller, a self-obsessed oddball who rallies a small community of survivors in post-apocalyptic Tucson, Arizona. After meeting the equally strange Carol (Kristen Schaal) at the end of the first episode, social dynamics in Tucson become increasingly complicated as fellow survivors Melissa (January Jones) and Todd (Mel Rodriguez) join the group.
For those of you who haven’t been keeping up with The Last Man on Earth, we’ve collected some of season one’s most hilarious moments — all of which are available on Hulu.
Phil’s ‘Castaway’ Moments at O’ Rozco’s Bar and Grill | Watch the episode on Hulu
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When Phil’s loneliness gets out of hand, he finds comfort in a Castaway style brigade of sports balls and inanimate objects.
Anyone Want to Learn How to Milk a Cow? | Watch the episode on Hulu
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One of the great dynamics of the mid-season episodes is how Phil’s jealousy and vindictiveness toward Todd is held in stark relief to Todd’s good-natured attempts to help the group. This moment from the “cow” episode is a perfect example.
Phil has a thing for Melissa, even though he’s married to Carol. But you can’t stop a guy from dreaming — even if that dream turns into a nightmare.
All Night Long | Watch the episode on Hulu
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One great recurring joke of the early episodes is Phil’s swimming pool toilet, where he does his “thinking.” Add on top of that a pun on Lionel Richie’s “All Night Long” and you have comedy gold.
Phil Loses It (Again) | Watch the episode on Hulu
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Phil barely holds on to his sanity as Carol continues to infringe on his way of life. Here is he flipping out (again) on a routine shopping trip.
Carol Passive-Aggressively Lashes Out | Watch the episode on Hulu
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After Phil lies to Erica and Gail about Carol’s death, Todd and Melissa stop by to try and comfort her. But Carol refuses to let the “pity party” continue.
Phil’s Dream Sequence, “She Drives Me Crazy” | Watch the episode on Hulu
Phil has a thing for Melissa, even though he’s married to Carol. But you can’t stop a guy from dreaming — even if that dream turns into a nightmare.
Raisin Meatballs | Watch the episode on Hulu
As it turns out, fresh food is scarce in post-apocalyptic Tucson — meat in particular. It’s oddly touching when Carol tries (and fails) to create a meat-like ball out of raisins. “They look like meatballs but the taste is very different.”
Carol “Touches Up” Phil’s Monet | Watch the episode on Hulu
In a post-apocalyptic world, you can finally have all the things you never had before the End Times. In this scene, Carol “touches up” Phil’s prized Monet paintings he’s pilfered from legit museums.
Carol’s Jealous Streak | Watch the episode on Hulu
One of the reasons The Last Man on Earth is so fun is because it showcases humanity’s basest impulses. Like this scene, when Carol sees Melissa and Todd’s budding romance. She can barely contain her jealousy.
Phil Eats Toilet Paper to Survive
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After being exiled by the other Phil Miller, Phil “Tandy” Miller locks himself in his room for three days — surviving on nothing but toilet paper. “You are a toilet paper corn dog,” Phil mutters to a roll as he takes a bite.
If looking for more awesome comedy, look out for the Season 40 finale of Saturday Night Live — with host Louis CK — coming up May 16. (Tip: If you’re behind on SNL, catch up on Hulu!)
This post is brought to you by Hulu. Don’t be left out of the conversation! Be sure to catch up on the episodes of Last Man on Earth and Saturday Night Live.
