Strip Search is a reality game show where Jerry Holkins and Mike Krahulik search for the next big webcomic creator. Watch as 12 artists from around the work compete for $15,000 in cash and a one-year cartooning gig with Penny Arcade.
Strip Search (Season 1)
Artists Assemble (Episode 1)
Air date: 2013-03-01
Runtime: 16 min
Overview: In this episode of Strip Search, the artists meet each other for the first time and will be introduced to the location at which they will be residing.
Fax Machine (Episode 2)
Air date: 2013-03-05
Runtime: 12 min
Overview: The Artists have met, and beds have been claimed. Now it's time for them all to get to know each other a little bit better and size up the competition by playing a friendly drawing game.
Burning That Bridge (Episode 3)
Air date: 2013-03-08
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: Time has come for the Artists to face their first real challenge and see who has what it takes to make it through to the end.
Elimination #1 (Episode 4)
Air date: 2013-03-12
Runtime: 21 min
Overview: The two Artists chosen for elimination will now go and meet the Creators and battle to see who has earned the right to continue on in this competition.
Ducks (Episode 5)
Air date: 2013-03-15
Runtime: 17 min
Overview: This time the Artists get to go outside for an adventure and learn more about the city where one of them may reside.
Pressing Buttons (Episode 6)
Air date: 2013-03-19
Runtime: 24 min
Overview: After taking a little field trip to learn more about Seattle, the Artists must now learn a little more about themselves through the eyes of someone new.
Elimination #2 (Episode 7)
Air date: 2013-03-22
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Two more Artists come face to face with the Creators and present their skills to see who can save themselves and return to the competition.
Drawing Blind (Episode 8)
Air date: 2013-03-26
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: For the start of day 3, the Artists will have to look at their craft in an entirely new way.
You Are Your Brand (Episode 9)
Air date: 2013-03-29
Runtime: 24 min
Overview: This week the Artists put their personal identities to the test.
Elimination #3 (Episode 10)
Air date: 2013-04-02
Runtime: 24 min
Overview: As we enter the third elimination, the Artists will not only test their art, but also their ability to manage the clock.
Street Art (Episode 11)
Air date: 2013-04-05
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: As a new day dawns, the Artists must learn to cooperate to succeed.
Ignite Your Spark (Episode 12)
Air date: 2013-04-09
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: The Artists must rely on a little magic to avoid facing elimination.
Elimination #4 (Episode 13)
Air date: 2013-04-12
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Which of the Artists will be chosen to meet the Creators and face the 4th elimination?
Game On (Episode 14)
Air date: 2013-04-16
Runtime: 22 min
Overview: After an intense and surprising elimination, the Artists get to unwind a little and get their hands dirty.
The Merch (Episode 15)
Air date: 2013-04-19
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: The Artists must deftly utilize their presentation skills to prevent being chosen for elimination.
Elimination #5 (Episode 16)
Air date: 2013-04-23
Runtime: 25 min
Overview: The end of day 5 sees two of the strongest competitors vying to survive elimination.
Strip Search Grand Prix (Episode 17)
Air date: 2013-04-26
Runtime: 17 min
Overview: The Artists will need quick reflexes and a little bravery to excel in today's challenge.
Sketch for Tips (Episode 18)
Air date: 2013-04-30
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Social skills as well as artistic ability will decide the best Artist in this challenge.
Elimination #6 (Episode 19)
Air date: 2013-05-03
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: Two Artists must now face the Creators. Which one will draw their favor?
Training Day (Episode 20)
Air date: 2013-05-07
Runtime: 16 min
Overview: The Artists will add some new skills to their repertoire and see who rises to the challenge.
Paint the Line (Episode 21)
Air date: 2013-05-10
Runtime: 25 min
Overview: The Artists must now see if their training has paid off as they face the Penny Arcade crew.
Elimination #7 (Episode 22)
Air date: 2013-05-14
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: As day 7 comes to a close, another two Artists will face the Creators.
A Jungle & Some Speed (Episode 23)
Air date: 2013-05-17
Runtime: 22 min
Overview: The Artists can now relax and take some time to bond with some friendly competition.
Speed & Consistancy (Episode 24)
Air date: 2013-05-21
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: Precision will be the key to victory for the Artists in today's challenge.
Elimination #8 (Episode 25)
Air date: 2013-05-24
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: Two veterans of the elimination stage must again face the Creators and draw for their fates.
On the Hunt (Episode 26)
Air date: 2013-05-28
Runtime: 22 min
Overview: Knowledge gleaned from a previous challenge may help the Artists in today's event.
Contractual Obligations (Episode 27)
Air date: 2013-05-31
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: After a rigorous workout on the streets of Seattle, the Artists will now exercise their minds.
Elimination #9 (Episode 28)
Air date: 2013-06-04
Runtime: 25 min
Overview: Which Artist will make it to the final three after facing the elimination stage?
A Kick in the Pants (Episode 29)
Air date: 2013-06-07
Runtime: 14 min
Overview: The Creators confront the Artists on their home turf and present them with a new kind of challenge.
Finale Part 1 (Episode 30)
Air date: 2013-06-14
Runtime: 28 min
Overview: The Artists now face the Creators to prove their time at home was well spent.
FInale Part 2 (Episode 31)
Air date: 2013-06-18
Runtime: 28 min
Overview: Which of the final three Artists will be the next great web cartoonist?
Seasons
Episodes 31
Episodes 36