ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Capping Show

A capping show is when you take your favorite TV show, movie or play and make fun of it by adding silly, exaggerated or ridiculous dialogue or captions over the original. It's like putting a funny voiceover on a video. It can be done live as a comedy act or recorded and posted online. The purpose is to make people laugh by pointing out the silly, awkward or silly things that happen in the original show. It's kind of like playing a game where you see who can come up with the funniest joke or comment about what's happening on the screen. People like capping shows because they get to laugh at something they already enjoy and it's a fun way to spend time with friends or family.