All millennials will remember CollegeHumor, the online and YouTube-based comedy channel that released some of the earliest examples of viral videos. The brand went through some growing pains during the 2010s as YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram opened up doors for more indie creators to release their own funny videos. That was only exacerbated further when the streaming era brought big-budget shows and movies to screens everywhere.
As the world changed, so did CollegeHumor. It launched its own spin-off streaming service Dropout in 2018 to provide longer-form content, like its popular D&D series Dimension 20. But then COVID hit, the media landscape changed again, everyone had money troubles, CollegeHumor and Dropout went up for sale, and nobody wanted them. So, longtime CH director/actor/producer Sam Reich decided to step in and buy it all for the huge sum of… nothing. That’s right, he got it all for $0. He rebranded the entire company as Dropout and pushed it into the modern age, moving fully away from viral stoner videos to full-blown entertainment content.
Dropout now features some seriously fun, bingable, hilarious (and largely improv) series, like Dimension 20, Very Important People, and Game Changer, among others. If you’re curious about what exactly Dropout is, or are thinking of subscribing to it. Read on to discover everything there is to know about one of the hottest niche streamers around right now.
What Is Dropout?
In recent years, CollegeHumor merged with its sister platform Dropout, and the whole brand became simply known as Dropout. Reich claims this is because most people were starting to recognize Dropout videos more than CH ones, making it feel natural to simply combine the two brands. Dropout is both a streaming service and a premium YouTube channel, offering up some fantastic web series that regularly go viral.
“I think that when you’re playing for the internet, the audience feels very abstract,” Reich told People. “And then you arrive at a place where they are physically, and that’s when you really get a sense of the internet’s reach and its power.”
Dropout has a group of regular performers, but it also features various comedians and improvers in its sketches and shows. New faces (both famous and rising stars alike) always stop by, and in the same People interview, Reich says he’s always on the lookout for new talent to feature.
For longtime fans, Dropout also includes a huge library of old CollegeHumor videos, so you can still get your nostalgia fix and watch the classics.
The Best Dropout Shows For New Subscribers To Start With
If you use social media or ever go on YouTube, there’s a good chance you’ve seen clips from some of Dropout’s hit shows. If you’re thinking of subscribing or just have, here are some of the must-watch series.
Very Important People: Hosted by Vic Michaelis, Very Important People sees comedians get thrown into hair, makeup, and costuming… all without being able to see what’s happening. Then, after they finally get to see themselves in a mirror, they’re promptly thrown into a faux talk show where they have to be interviewed in-character as whatever monstrosity they’ve just been turned into.
The show is absolutely hilarious and has featured comedians turned into everything from a demon baby to a defrosted delivery driver from the ‘80s, a bratty goth teen, and more. The series has even featured guest comedians like Nicole Byer and SNL alum Bobby Moynihan.
Dimension 20: Dimension 20 is an actual-play series where groups of players come together and live-play through real Dungeons and Dragons campaigns. Throughout its 26 seasons (and counting), Dimension 20 has hosted everyone from Dropout regulars to drag queens like Alaska and Monet X Change, screenwriter Alex Song-Xia, and even D&D legend Aabria Iyengar.
For fans of D&D, the show is seriously binge-worthy. But even for newbies, the series is still tons of fun since its players are always having a great time. Plus, some campaigns go totally off the rails, and watching the teams get obliterated by a grueling campaign is both relatable and hilarious.
Game Changer: Dropout’s long-running game show, Game Changer, is a series where the contestants never actually know what’s about to happen until the episode begins. Whether the challenge is lip-syncing, trying to build cosplay outfits, or thinking of hilarious innuendos, nobody knows what’s about to happen until it does. Game Changer has also had a bunch of famous guests, including Tony Hawk and Giancarlo Esposito, among others.
Dropout’s Cast Regulars (That You May Already Know Of)
If you’re new to Dropout, you’ll quickly realize there’s a core group of regular performers you see over and over. Here are some of the biggest names and where you’ve probably seen them before.
Sam Reich: Son of politician Robert Reich, Sam Reich is the current owner of Dropout and is best known for hosting Game Changer. But he also appears in tons of the streamer’s sketches and has been working with CollegeHumor since the beginning. You’ve probably seen him on shows like Adam Ruins Everything (2014) and MTV’s The CollegeHumor Show (2009).
Lisa Gilroy: Lisa Gilroy is a comedian and actress who has appeared in various Dropout sketches, including her viral episode of Very Important People where she stars as the demon baby, Spencer (Noooo, don’t spank meeee!) But she’s also an accomplished actress who has starred in numerous hit series like Twisted Metal (2025) and Glamorous (2023). She’s also set to star in some major upcoming movies, including Super Troopers 3 and Office Romance, where she’ll star alongside Jennifer Lopez.
Monet X Change: Yep, Drag Race (2009) winner Monet X Change has become a popular member of the Dropout crew. Not only did she star in Dimension 20: Dungeons & Drag Queens, but she’s also appeared on Dirty Laundry and her own Dropout talk show, Monet’s Slumber Party. Outside of Dropout, Monet is best known for winning RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars (2012) and for her Sibling Rivalry podcast with fellow Drag Race alum, Bob the Drag Queen. Monet is also competing on the next season of The Traitors in early 2026.
Josh Ruben: A prominent member of CollegeHumor, Ruben stayed on-board during the switch to Dropout and still makes appearances. He’s been on episodes of Make Some Noise, Very Important People, and Game Changer. Outside of Dropout, Ruben has become an accomplished filmmaker, directing films like Werewolves Within (2021) and Heart Eyes (2025).
How To Subscribe To Dropout On YouTube (And How Much Is It?)
Dropout has grown a lot since its CollegeHumor days and is now a full-blown streaming service. You can easily subscribe on the Dropout website or subscribe through the Dropout YouTube channel.
Currently, the price for a Dropout subscription is $6.99 per month or $69.99 per year (which is a savings of about $14). But right now, first-time subscribers are getting an extra discount, with the yearly plan being just $55.99 (which saves you a little over $23). Dropout also offers a free trial for anyone who wants to check out its content before subscribing.
