Andy Richter Controls the Universe
Short-story writer Andy makes his living by working at a huge faceless company in present-day Chicago, writing technical manuals. In his active, fertile writer's imagination, we see (and hear as he narrates) the stories of his daily life, as they should be, could be, might be--and even actually how they are. Andy shares his office with the company's newest employee, and Andy's newest friend, the frail, jumpy, odd, loveable Byron. Also inhabiting Andy's world is his best friend Keith, who is "so good-looking" that Andy must fight his own "prejudice against the 'attractive,' who seem to get everything they want, unlike ordinary humans." Supervisor Jessica is also Andy's longtime friend and uses her lightning-sharp tongue to keep the group out of trouble--or, at times, to get them INTO trouble. The newer receptionist Wendy (Irene Molloy, "Grosse Pointe"), whom Andy first had a crush on, is dating Keith, which somewhat proves Andy's "Attractive Theory."
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- 2002-2003
- 2 seasons
- CBS Paramount Domestic Television
- Comedy
Short-story writer Andy makes his living by working at a huge faceless company in present-day Chicago, writing technical manuals. In his active, fertile writer's imagination, we see (and hear as he narrates) the stories of his daily life, as they should be, could be, might be--and even actually how they are. Andy shares his office with the company's newest employee, and Andy's newest friend, the frail, jumpy, odd, loveable Byron. Also inhabiting Andy's world is his best friend Keith, who is "so good-looking" that Andy must fight his own "prejudice against the 'attractive,' who seem to get everything they want, unlike ordinary humans." Supervisor Jessica is also Andy's longtime friend and uses her lightning-sharp tongue to keep the group out of trouble--or, at times, to get them INTO trouble. The newer receptionist Wendy (Irene Molloy, "Grosse Pointe"), whom Andy first had a crush on, is dating Keith, which somewhat proves Andy's "Attractive Theory."
Season 2 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2002 - 2003
Episode 1
We're All the Same, Only Different
Sun, Dec 1, 2002
Andy gets his African-American neighbor Ted a job as a technical writer. Then he gets accused off being a racist after commenting on the Irish.
Episode 2
Twins
Sun, Dec 8, 2002
Andy introduces Jessica to Ben, then tries to prove his theory that Ben and his twin brother are sharing her. Meanwhile, Byron has a festering burn on his back and can't change the bandages on his own.
Episode 3
France
Tue, Dec 10, 2002
Andy and Byron find themselves in a battle to convince Jessica to pick them for a business trip to France, with each promising all manner of both work and non-work related favors.
Episode 4
Holy Sheep
Sun, Dec 15, 2002
Byron converts to 'Zumanism' while Jessica goes out with Wendy's unattractive friend, Nick.
Episode 5
Relationship Ripcord
Tue, Dec 17, 2002
The co workers are eavesdropping on Jessica's therapist neighbor, who describes her 'cold'. So, Jessica desperately tries to change her ways. Meanwhile Andy hits on Dina, one of the therapist's patients, knowing that she'll begin a relationship with anyone providing he doesn't tell her he loves her.
Episode 6
The Show Might Go On
Sun, Dec 22, 2002
When Andy's attempt to help Wendy with her singing career backfires, she decides to give up her dream entirely. Meanwhile Jessica fools herself into thinking office hunk Milo is not only cute, but also smart and witty.
Episode 7
Crazy in Rio
Sun, Jan 5, 2003
Freddie Pickering, kooky heir to the Pickering legacy, promotes Andy and has him join his life of wealth and debauchery. As this creates a rift between Andy and his friends, he proposes to take them along on a trip to Rio.
Episode 8
The Maid Man
Sun, Jan 12, 2003
Andy falls in love with Jessica's maid Irina even though Jessica warns him it will never work out. Wendy is insecure about Keith having no insecurities.
Episode 9
Bully the Kid
Mon, Jun 14, 2004 30 mins
When Jessica asks/demands Andy to pick up her nephew Jake after soccer practice, he picks up the wrong kid. Soon the real Jake turns out to be a terror and Andy wishes he'd stuck with Fake Jake instead.
Episode 10
Duh Dog
Thu, Jan 23, 2003
Byron makes use of Andy's sarcastic suggestion of introducing a cartoon character into their deep fryer manual, which instantly becomes a huge hit. Not only does Andy resent Byron for stealing his idea, the 'Duh Dog' is also obviously modeled on him. Meanwhile, Keith has become addicted to the deep fryer in question, frying everything he can get his hands on before devouring it.
Episode 11
Final Fantasy
Sun, Sep 13, 2026
Wendy asks Andy to read her short story while Byron tries to give a part time stripper/full time psychology student some good advice.
Episode 12
Charity Begins in Cellblock D
Sun, Apr 20, 2003 30 mins
Inspired by their co workers, Andy and Jessica decide to engage in some charity work, and soon find themselves competing to win a writing competition at a local prison. Meanwhile, Byron owes Wendy $500 on account of a frivolous bet and wonders how he's ever going to pay up.
Episode 13
Saturday Early Evening Fever
Mon, Apr 21, 2003
Andy asks his friends to help him move his condescending grandmother. Before he knows it, Byron has become Andy's grandma's lover while Wendy and Keith are addicted to her old medicine. Meanwhile, Andy's neighbors Phil and Teak have fallen for Jessica.