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The Postal Service Zoom Auditions 2020

19 min📅 2020-10-07

In this short but electric comedy, *The Postal Service Zoom Auditions* (2020) delivers a hilariously chaotic spin on the virtual audition process, hosted by the indie-rock icons themselves.

Director: Tom Scharpling

Cast

Tim Robinson
Tim Robinson
Frank Schøttendt
Tunde Adebimpe
Tunde Adebimpe
Self
Vanessa Bayer
Vanessa Bayer
Self
Ishmael Butler
Self
Jon Daly
Jon Daly
Dave from Sub Pop
Big Freedia
Big Freedia
Self
Kenny G
Kenny G
Self
Benjamin Gibbard
Benjamin Gibbard
Self
Anne Hathaway
Anne Hathaway
Self
Susanna Hoffs
Susanna Hoffs
Self

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Postal Service Zoom Auditions (2020) about?

This 19-minute comedy short drops us into a virtual audition chaos where The Postal Service—via Zoom—scout their next bandmember among a star-studded lineup of over-the-top hopefuls. Think Slash shredding on air guitar, Anne Hathaway overselling her vocal range, and "Weird Al" Yankovic turning the whole thing into a musical meme-fest.

Who directed The Postal Service Zoom Auditions?

The film was directed by Tom Scharpling, the comedian and radio personality best known for his work on *The Best Show* and *WFMU*.

Who stars in The Postal Service Zoom Auditions?

The comedy short features Tim Robinson, Tunde Adebimpe, Vanessa Bayer, Ishmael Butler, Jon Daly, and Big Freedia as part of its zany ensemble.

Is The Postal Service Zoom Auditions (2020) worth watching?

At just 19 minutes, it's a quick hit of laughs if you're a fan of The Postal Service's quirky style or just love absurdist comedy. While it's not a full-length feature, its viral potential and celebrity cameos make it a fun, shareable experience.

How long is The Postal Service Zoom Auditions?

The Postal Service Zoom Auditions runs for 19 minutes.

About The Postal Service Zoom Auditions (2020) — A 19-Minute Comedy Zoom-Audition Chaos You Won't Forget

In this short but electric comedy, *The Postal Service Zoom Auditions* (2020) delivers a hilariously chaotic spin on the virtual audition process, hosted by the indie-rock icons themselves. Directed by comedian and radio host Tom Scharpling, the film throws open the doors to an absurd lineup of celebrity cameos—Slash, Anne Hathaway, and "Weird Al" Yankovic among them—all vying for a spot in the legendary band's next chapter. The atmosphere crackles with unpredictability as the Zoom screen becomes a battleground of ego, ambition, and sheer silliness, blending the quirks of remote culture with the band's signature wit.

The 19-minute runtime flies by in a blur of meme-worthy moments and rapid-fire jokes, making it a bite-sized treat for fans of sharp, absurdist humor. With its playful take on music industry tropes and the digital age's oddities, *The Postal Service Zoom Auditions* is less a traditional film and more a viral moment ready to explode on social feeds. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the band or just craving some laugh-out-loud absurdity, this is a comedic experiment you won't want to miss.