# MST3K re-enters with RiffTrax experiments

> MST3K's return via RiffTrax experiments shows a mature, less fussy take on the classic show.
- Title: MST3K re-enters with RiffTrax experiments · AV Club | Shortify
- Summary: MST3K's return via RiffTrax experiments shows a mature, less fussy take on the classic show. MST3K's RiffTrax experiments revive the show with updated humor…
- Keywords: mystery science theater 3000, rifftrax, mst3k, mike nelson, bill corbett, kevin murphy, seahawks, nfl, entertainment, culture, re-enters, experiments
- Source: AV Club — https://avclub.com/mystery-science-theater-3000-rifftrax-experiments-recap-episode-1-sting-of-death
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: mystery science theater 3000, rifftrax, mst3k, mike nelson, bill corbett, kevin murphy, seahawks, nfl, entertainment, culture
## MST3K returns after 20 years
Mike Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett return to Mystery Science Theater 3000 after 20 years of RiffTrax.
## RiffTrax has its own identity
RiffTrax has been active for 20 years, with its own voice and sensibility since its 2005 launch.
## Adjustment period needed
Getting back into their old roles takes 40 minutes of an 80-minute movie for Mike, Crow, and Tom Servo.
## New RiffTrax core
Connor Lastowka and Sean Thomason join Mike Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett for the RiffTrax Experiments.
## Updated visual style
The theater effects show improved silhouettes with a nifty illusion that makes it look like the light is illuminating the contours of the figures.
## Mature humor
RiffTrax work a little more off-color than cable-era MST3K, with jokes targeting mainstream entertainment.
## Sting Of Death
Sting Of Death features Portuguese man o’ war attacks on college students with a colorful Floridian nightmare.
## RiffTrax experiments
The RiffTrax Experiments use updated references to Star Wars episodes seven through nine and Syd’s Olive Loaf.
## Pearl Forrester
Pearl Forrester sells the satellite’s naming rights to Syd’s Olive Loaf, recouping retirement savings through movie feedback.
## RiffTrax humor
RiffTrax jokes target mainstream entertainment, including Young Sheldon and Adam Sandler.
## RiffTrax and MST3K blend
The interplay between characters becomes more prominent, with a 'Look familiar, Mike?' joke at minute 60.
## Future episodes
The RiffTrax Experiments aim to build on the first episode with more mature humor and visual style.
## Key takeaway

MST3K's RiffTrax experiments revive the show with updated humor and visual style while maintaining its core identity.