The Musical Version

Golf N' Space Talkback (with Max Housner and Bennett Cohen)

Philip Labes — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:28:54 +0000

A deep-dive musical improv chat with hindsight analysis of of the Golf N' Space episode! If you like this type of thing, let me know in a review so I know to do more of it! And don't forget to follow us on Instagram!

Golf N' Space (with Max Housner and Bennett Cohen)

Philip Labes — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:26:23 +0000

This week on The Musical Version, Philip and guests hit the links! You can watch this episode on YouTube and follow us on Instagram!

Blackberry Time Machine Talkback (with Tara Copeland and Ryan Parseghian)

Philip Labes — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 21:02:32 +0000

A deep-dive musical improv chat with hindsight analysis of of the Blackberry Time Machine episode! If you like this type of thing, let me know in a review so I know to do more of it! And don't forget to follow us on Instagram!

Blackberry Time Machine (with Tara Copeland and Ryan Parseghian)

Philip Labes — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:55:21 +0000

This week on The Musical Version, Philip and guests take an improvised journey through time! You can watch this episode on YouTube and follow us on Instagram!

A Christmas Wish Talkback (with Adam Keller, Brittany Charlotte Smith and Jon Durnell)

Philip Labes — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 23:07:13 +0000

A deep-dive musical improv chat with hindsight analysis of of the Christmas Wish episode! If you like this type of thing, let me know in a review so I know to do more of it! And don't forget to follow us on Instagram!

A Christmas Wish (with Adam Keller, Brittany Charlotte Smith and Jon Durnell)

Philip Labes — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 20:37:35 +0000

This week on The Musical Version, Philip and guests improvise a Hallmark Christmas musical! You can watch this episode on YouTube and follow us on Instagram!

Lawyer's Divorce Court Remorse Talkback (with Lissette Jean-Marie and Shelby Barnett)

Philip Labes — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:55:47 +0000

A deep-dive musical improv chat with hindsight analysis of of the Lawyer's Divorce Court Remorse episode! If you like this type of thing, let me know in a review so I know to do more of it! And don't forget to follow us on Instagram!

Lawyer's Divorce Court Remorse (with Lissette Jean-Marie and Shelby Barnett)

Philip Labes — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:50:57 +0000

This week on The Musical Version, a high-powered attorney takes on her toughest case yet: her own marriage! You can watch this episode on YouTube and follow us on Instagram!

Space Between Us Talkback (with Sara Rose Caplan and Richy Storrs)

Philip Labes — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:48:25 +0000

A deep-dive musical improv chat with hindsight analysis of of the Space Between Us episode! If you like this type of thing, let me know in a review so I know to do more of it! And don't forget to follow us on Instagram!

Space Between Us (with Sara Rose Caplan and Richy Storrs)

Philip Labes — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:44:22 +0000

This week, The Musical Version dives deep into the world of conspiracy theories! You can watch this episode on YouTube and follow us on Instagram!

Dreaming of Gold Talkback (with David Leppert and D'Angelo Reyes)

Philip Labes — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 16:46:39 +0000

A deep-dive musical improv chat with hindsight analysis of of the Dreaming of Gold episode! If you like this type of thing, let me know in a review so I know to do more of it! And don't forget to follow us on Instagram!

Dreaming of Gold (with David Leppert and D'Angelo Reyes)

Philip Labes — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 16:39:48 +0000

This week, we travel back in time to the days of the Gold Rush, inspired by David Leppert's trip to Knott's Berry Farm. You can watch this episode on YouTube and follow us on Instagram!

Company 2 Talkback (with Ali Gordon and Marty Scanlon)

Philip Labes — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:04:36 +0000

A deep-dive musical improv chat with hindsight analysis of of the Company 2 episode! If you like this type of thing, let me know in a review so I know to do more of it! And don't forget to follow us on Instagram!

Company 2 (with Ali Gordon and Marty Scanlon)

Philip Labes — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:40:14 +0000

This week, 3 recent New York transplants experience all of the magic and pop culture references that the big city has to offer! You can watch this episode on YouTube and follow us on Instagram!

Leavin' Catalina Talkback (with Harper-Rose Drummond, Erik Olson, and Greg L. Smith)

Philip Labes — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 17:02:56 +0000

A deep-dive musical improv chat with hindsight analysis of of the Leavin' Catalina episode! If you like this type of thing, let me know in a review so I know to do more of it! And don't forget to follow us on Instagram!

Leavin' Catalina (with Harper-Rose Drummond, Erik Olson, and Greg L. Smith)

Philip Labes — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:51:29 +0000

This week, three friends travel to Catalina Island and get caught up in a pyramid scheme in this improvised musical inspired by Erik's experience on the Catalina Ferry! You can watch this episode on YouTube and follow us on Instagram!

Wedding Heist! Talkback (with Madison Dahm, Hanna Barlow, and Greg L Smith)

Philip Labes — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 22:53:34 +0000

A deep-dive musical improv chat with hindsight analysis of of the WEDDING HEIST episode! If you like this type of thing, let me know in a review so I know to do more of it!

Wedding Heist! (with Madison Dahm, Hanna Barlow, and Greg L Smith)

Philip Labes — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 22:31:37 +0000

We're back! Three brides try to steal a potatoe-chip heiress' wedding in this improvised musical inspired by Hanna's trip to an art gallery! You can watch this episode on YouTube and follow us on Instagram!

Dune (LIVE)

Philip Labes — Tue, 21 May 2024 23:10:00 +0000

Chanse McCrary, Mary Lou, and Jack Norman join for this bold retelling of sci-fi epic DUNE, live at UCB Theatre Hollywood in Los Angeles.

BIG NEWS! Philip and Jack have a brand new podcast out now called THE QUICKNESS - check it out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube.

Don’t forget you can watch this TMV episode taped on our new YouTube (please subscribe!) as well as watch clips on our TikTok and Instagram.

Inception

Philip Labes — Fri, 03 May 2024 16:43:07 +0000

Jack Norman and Jiavani join for a ridiculous reimagining of the Christopher Nolan hit! Don’t forget you can watch this episode taped on our new YouTube (please subscribe!) as well as watch clips on our new TikTok and Instagram.

Super Mario Brothers (2023)

Philip Labes — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:19:12 +0000

With Jack Norman and Jiavani! It’s the very first FILMED episode! The Musical Version is even more fun to watch on our new YouTube page. Be our first subscriber?

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Please note, this episode got a bit wild, parental caution is advised etc!

Home Alone (LIVE w/ Jiavani, Jack Norman, and Mary Lou)

Philip Labes — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 01:36:58 +0000

Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals! Watch the live taping of this episode and many more at the new home for TMV video content, PhilipLabes.com/TheMusicalVersion. Check out upcoming live shows here. You can also subscribe to our new TikTok account! Thanks for a wonderful 2023! See you next year!

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (LIVE w/ Mary Lou, Jiavani, Sara Caplan, and Jack Norman)

Philip Labes — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 21:49:09 +0000

You’re a wizard Harry… a wild, fast-paced montage of the first Harry Potter film with a raucous, sold-out crowd! Featuring Mary Lou, Jiavani, Jack Norman, and Sara Caplan. Catch our next live show, TMV: Avengers Endgame — on 7/21/2023.

I’m going on tour across the US! See if I’m coming to your city here: https://philiplabes.com/tour

The Hunger Games (LIVE w/ Mary Lou, Jack Norman, & Oscar Montoya)

Philip Labes — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 19:18:47 +0000

“And may the odds be ever in your favor…” Taped live at UCB Los Angeles in May 2023. You can see the next live show 6/16/23 at UCB LA!

The Truman Show (w/ Ross Bryant & Jiavani Linayao)

Philip Labes — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 02:59:27 +0000

And in case I don’t see ya… good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight!

TENET (w/ Jeremy Culhane & Rachel Marsh)

Philip Labes — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 01:24:29 +0000

Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster is now a musical! With songs like “The One-Two-Threes Of Bungee Jumping” and “Nothing Bad Happens In The Van That Carries The Plutonium,” this episode makes JUST as much sense as the movie! Thanks Gummer!

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (w/ Naomi Murden & Greg Smith)

Philip Labes — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 19:39:40 +0000

Hello, old friend! After a long hiatus, The Musical Version is back! I’m joined by Naomi Murden & Greg Smith for the first film of the Harry Potter series. Find out why no one is allowed in Hagrid’s shed, if McGonagall will ever address her gambling addiction, and just where Annie Leibovitz fits in.

Ocean’s 11 (w/ Dan Lippert & Jessica McKenna) LIVE from Second City Hollywood 1/16/2020

Philip Labes — Thu, 23 Jan 2020 17:23:47 +0000

It’s time to get away with “One Last Heist” — with hits like “I’m Gonna Cuck The Man That Stole My Wife” and of course “The Heist Was A Lie (Reprise).” Start spreading the news!

Space Jam (w/ Hayley Huntley & Zeke Nicholson) LIVE at Second City Hollywood 1/9/2020

Philip Labes — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 22:00:48 +0000

Our audience picked the movie! With songs like “We Gotta Steal Some NBA Players” and “Put Dynamite Straight Up Your Butt” maybe all your day needs it a helping of “Mike’s Magic Stuff!”

Come catch TMV live this week!
Thursday 1/16 at 10pm
Second City Hollywood w/ Dan Lippert & Jess McKenna

Phantom Thread (w/ Ross Bryant & Ashley Ward) LIVE at UCB LA

Philip Labes — Wed, 08 Jan 2020 09:00:28 +0000

Our first live show! With hits like “Welcome To The House of Woodcock” as well as “Bad B*tch in the 1950s” and “Repressed and Having Fun,” this show will have you wondering if we’re geniuses or REALLY pretentious! Taped live at UCB Sunset in Los Angeles on 1/3/2020.

Two more chances this month to catch a live taping!

Thursday 1/9 at 10pm
Second City Hollywood w/ Zeke Nicholson & Haley Huntley

Thursday 1/16 at 10pm
Second City Hollywood w/ Dan Lippert & Jess McKenna

The Holiday (w/ Tara Copeland & Zeke Nicholson)

Philip Labes — Wed, 18 Dec 2019 20:49:34 +0000

Anything can happen when the Santa Ana winds blow, including the musical version of the only holiday movie that skips Christmas entirely — The Holiday! Featuring hits like “I’m Too Hot To Be Dangerous,” “My Wife is Dead,” and the universally relatable “At The Writer’s Guild of America West!”

Musical starts at 10:50

Misery (w/ Andrew Farmer)

Philip Labes — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 19:05:27 +0000

“I’m your number one fan, Paul…” Annie Wilkes traps writer Paul Sheldon in her home in this delightfully creepy musical version of the Steven King horror, featuring songs like “There’s No Dignity in Swear-Words Paul,” “Anything Can Happen In Coco Beach,” and “Yellin’ Lady!”

Dirty Dancing (w/ Erin Dellorso, Allie Jennings, & Isabella Roland)

Philip Labes — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 18:49:51 +0000

Nobody puts Baby in the corner!

Beetlejuice (w/ Priscilla Davies & Ruha Taslimi)

Philip Labes — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 17:13:33 +0000

Day-o! The musical take on Tim Burton’s Halloween classic includes hits like “They’re Ghosh!” “A Radio For Me,” and “Give Me A Squeeze of Your Beetlejuice.” Just don’t sing his name three times!

Alien (w/ Gabe Greenspan & Naomi Murden)

Philip Labes — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 19:50:09 +0000

In space no one can hear you SING!

The Incredibles (w/ Vic Michaelis & Isabella Roland )

Philip Labes — Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:41:11 +0000

Saving the day is a family business! It’s Brad Bird’s animated hit, now with songs like “I’ve Been Watching You,” “A La (Edna) Mode,” and eleven o’clock number “Baby Justice League Likes Men’s Rights.” Let’s go save the city!

Goodfellas (w/ Ken McGraw & Douglas Widick)

Philip Labes — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 16:53:03 +0000

Martin Scorsese’s mob epic gets the musical treatment this week, with such hits as “I’m In…Construction,” “You Gotta Kill ‘Em With A ‘Lil Personality,” and of course “Mafia Moms,” this is a show for the whole “family.”

Hook (w/ Angela Giarratana & Jesse Kruger)

Philip Labes — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 11:50:42 +0000

Yo Ho Ho! A grown up Peter Pan must rescue his children from the dastardly Jas Hook in the musical version of the delightful Robin Williams/Dustin Hoffman film. Featuring songs like “BTL (Big Time Lawyer)” and “Don’t You Love your Pirate Parents?” and the surprising tender “Love Love You”, this musical will have you saying “Phil Collins was in Hook?”

Forrest Gump (w/ Sarah Claspell & Jeremy Culhane)

Philip Labes — Tue, 20 Aug 2019 17:12:19 +0000

Run Forrest Run! This musical retelling of the Tom Hanks film has hits like “Shrimp’s Good, You Gotta Eat Shrimp”, “I’m Good At Army Stuff”, “Let Me Die, I’m Lieutenant Dan” and the delightful duet “Happy New Year (From Two Random Strangers).” Your ears and this episode go together like Baked Potato and Sour Cream!

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (w/ Jiavani Linayao & Jack Norman)

Philip Labes — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 19:24:56 +0000

Miles Morales has to become SpiderMan to save the multiverse! This hip-hop heavy musical SWINGS with songs like “Not Yet A (Spider)Man”, “Metal In My Back feat. Dr. Octopus” as well as villain ballad “Strike! There Goes The Kingpin.” Brought to you by Koca-Soda.

Men In Black (w/ Zeke Nicholson & Greg Smith)

Philip Labes — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 17:00:59 +0000

Kay & Jay work for the best-kept secret in the universe– and they gotta sing about it! With SO MANY amazing songs like “Give Me Some Sugar, Sugar”, “Creepy Creepy Men (In Black)”, and the surprising “Quahog Dogs”, this marks the second consecutive episode with Family Guy based songs! Also not to be missed– Zeke, Greg, and Philip stop improvising and just do the real credits song!

Fyre Fest Documentary (w/ John Hartman & Alice Stanley Jr.)

Philip Labes — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 13:15:52 +0000

Billy McFarland and Ja Rule can’t be stopped! A terribly dark look into our own sinister desires for wealth, fame, and power, featuring songs like “Aw Fuck (Jerry)” and “Dick for Water.” You’ll never look at a bottle of Evian the same way again.

The Matrix (w/ Chris Grace & Ashley Ward)

Philip Labes — Mon, 08 Jul 2019 15:00:09 +0000

What is the Matrix? Philip, Ashley and Chris try to find out! Featuring sci-fi tunes like “Hacking In Da Club” and “One Pill, Two Pill, Red Bill, Blue Pill” and WHO could forget “Joe Pantoliano Wants to Be A Cabaret Singer” you may just learn that The Matrix is all that and a bag of chips!

The Favourite (w/ John Hartman, Madison Lanesey, & Jiavani Linayao)

Philip Labes — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 09:00:49 +0000

Featuring catchy numbers like “Rub My Legs/Give Me An Estate” and “A Dry, Slow, Frictionless Rub”, aristocracy gets saucy in this week’s musical version of Yorgos Lanthimos’s dramedy. Who knew juggling was such a crucial part of power struggles in Victorian England?

Toy Story (w/ Madison Lanesey & Greg Smith)

Philip Labes — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 09:30:50 +0000

Woody, Buzz, and Bo-Peep get into some extremely NSFW shenanigans. And for some reason, The Devil shows up!? Featuring songs like “Buzz Lightyear: Sex Machine”, “Welcome To Sid’s Evil Workshop” and the immortal classic “I’ve Got A Woody”, you’ll receive a heartwarming reminder of why “You’ve Got A Cuck In Me.”

Musical starts at 2:25.

When Harry Met Sally (w/ Tara Copeland & Angela Giarratana)

Philip Labes — Sat, 15 Jun 2019 08:45:25 +0000

There’s nothing like a debut! Featuring songs like “Our Love Is A Lie (Just Like That Spiced Ham)” and “They Slept Together, Oh My!” Philip tackles Nora Ephron’s beloved romantic comedy with Tara Copeland and Angela Giarratana. Angela does a duet with HERSELF, and Philip is very confidently wrong about who says “I’ll Have What She’s Having.”

Musical starts at 7:08.