Monster Man

Monster Man (2012)

EndedReality show

When Hollywood studios want a bizarre creature, monster prop or out-of-this world alien, they turn to Cleve Hall and his very unique, family business. This series goes behind the scenes of Cleve's workshop, where the craziness of this fun family is matched only by the insane monsters they build.

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (30 min)

Last Episode

Devoman vs Clevezilla
Season 1Episode 630 min

Devoman vs Clevezilla

SOTA has been around the block a few times, and one of the iconic pieces they've created along the way is Devo's red energy dome hats. Now, Devo is back to collaborate with them on a video for their new song, "Monster Man." They want Roy to helm it, and Cleve to build the pieces - a giant lizard monster, space suits for the band members, and a superhero to battle the monster. After meeting with the band, it's decided that the lizard monster will have more of a Gorgo feel than a Godzilla feel, which could be tough to match with the hero, who will be an homage to the Japanese TV character, Ultraman. But most exciting of all is the fact that Cleve will get to play the giant monster! Back at the studio, Cleve feels overwhelmed at the amount of work that is going into this job, so he calls in his friend and colleague, costumer Cole Porter, to help on the suit. Cole's reception is mixed - Constance is miffed that Cleve farmed out her job to an outsider, and when the seams of the neoprene suit rip in the first fitting, she's totally stumped as to why her dad called this man in. But, Cole pulls it together and turns out a great suit, and his good humor at the laughs he gets for wearing thong underwear eases some of the tension. With Roy spending so much time prepping to direct the video, Cindy has to take over as whip-cracker. She doesn't want to let Cleve get away with his usual shenanigans of saving all the work to the very last minute. The stakes are higher not only because it's a client as big as Devo, but also because it's her husband's artistic progress she's looking out for. But of course, Cleve will be Cleve, and not only does he miss the rehearsal the night before the shoot, but is also late to set on the day of. When the monster man finally makes his debut appearance in his giant monster suit, the effect is stunning. The spines, the teeth, the black eyes - it fills everyone with glee. They begin shooting, but before long, Cleve is overwhelmed and having trouble breathing, and falls to the ground. He's incoherent and oxygen-deprived, and Sonia is furious at Roy and Cindy for pushing him so hard. Cleve gets out of the suit and makes some modifications to it so he can breathe, then gets back to work. They're able to shoot the rest of the campy, sci-fi inspired, building-smashing video. The guys from Devo are so excited about the artwork Cleve and Roy have brought to the project, they almost don't want to take off their silver masks!
avr. 18, 2012

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Devoman vs Clevezillaavr. 18, 2012
S01E05Wee Bootsavr. 11, 2012
S01E04Between Arachnid and Hard Placeavr. 4, 2012
S01E03Monster Infestationmars 28, 2012
S01E02Forbidden Werewolfmars 21, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Monster Man premiere?

Monster Man premiered on March 14, 2012.

What is the premise of Monster Man?

Monster Man is a reality TV series that follows the employees of the Practical Effects Group as they create creatures for horror films and TV shows.

Who is the host of Monster Man?

The host of Monster Man is Cleve Hall.

What other shows has Cleve Hall appeared on?

Cleve Hall has also appeared on Face Off, America's Best Dance Crew, and Glee.

How many episodes are there in season one of Monster Man?

There are six episodes in season one of Monster Man.

Which episode features a giant spider and a "bad meat day"?

Episode two of Monster Man features a giant spider and a "bad meat day."

Which episode features the creation of a fallen angel character?

Episode four of Monster Man features the creation of a fallen angel character.

Which famous horror director makes a guest appearance on Monster Man?

Famous horror director John Landis makes a guest appearance on Monster Man in episode six.

Who is the art director of the Practical Effects Group?

Roy Knyrim is the art director of the Practical Effects Group.

What is the name of the Hollywood horror legend who is featured in episode three?

The Hollywood horror legend featured in episode three of Monster Man is Kane Hodder.

Which episode features the creation of a creature that resembles a tree?

Episode five of Monster Man features the creation of a creature that resembles a tree.

Which episode features the creation of a character called the Sludge Monster?

Episode one of Monster Man features the creation of a character called the Sludge Monster.

What is the name of the horror film that the Practical Effects Group creates a creature for in episode six?

The horror film that the Practical Effects Group creates a creature for in episode six is called The Revenant.

What other popular science fiction TV show has Roy Knyrim worked on?

Roy Knyrim has also worked on Battlestar Galactica.

In which state is the Practical Effects Group located?

The Practical Effects Group is located in California.

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