putous

Putous is a Finnish comedy sketch television series that premiered on MTV3 in 2010. The show features a cast of comedians performing various skits and sketches, often with recurring characters and themes. Each season typically includes a competition element where viewers vote for their favorite sketch or performer.

The format of Putous involves a group of comedians, often referred to as "Putous comedians," who develop and perform new sketches each episode. These sketches can range from parodies of current events and popular culture to original comedic concepts. A notable feature of the show is the "sketsihahmokilpailu" or sketch character competition, where each comedian creates and develops a unique character throughout the season. The audience then votes for their favorite character, and the winner is announced at the end of the season.

Over the years, Putous has become a popular program in Finland, known for its improvisational humor and its ability to generate catchphrases and memes that enter Finnish popular culture. The show has launched the careers of many Finnish comedians and has had a significant impact on Finnish television comedy. The success of Putous has led to multiple seasons, each with new casts and characters, maintaining its status as a staple of Finnish entertainment.