The idea behind Impractical Jokers is simple yet ingenious. The four friends, who have known each other since childhood, take turns being the "joker" – the one who performs a challenge or prank while the others watch and provide commentary. The joker's task is to complete a series of humiliating and often ridiculous challenges without losing their cool or cracking a smile. The loser of each episode is punished with a predetermined consequence, which often involves doing something equally embarrassing or uncomfortable.
Are you a fan of the early seasons? Which Season 1 punishment do you think was the most brutal? Let us know in the comments below. Impractical Jokers - Season 1