The 90-minute special puts Anderson in the hot seat as she gets burnt by some of the best roasters around. The network will also debut an original new series, You Bet Your Ass, a hybrid homegrown game show combining pop-culture trivia with high stakes betting, as well as three all-new original specials: The Frantics reunion special, Comic Genius; the world's first o­nline stand-up comedy contest; and an all-new Cream of Comedy. Finally, two new South Park episodes, "Trapped in the Closet" and "Bloody Mary," continue to push the envelope in animated comedy.

A chronological list of The Comedy Network's 2006 winter schedule can be found at the end of this release. Highlights include:

The Comedy Central Roast of Pamela Anderson TV star, best-selling author, animal activist Pamela Anderson gets in the hot seat in The Comedy Central Roast of Pamela Anderson. The international superstar gets burned by host Jimmy Kimmel and roasters Bea Arthur, Andy Dick, Nick DiPaolo, Greg Giraldo, Elon Gold, Eddie Griffin, Lady Bunny, Tommy Lee, Lisa Lampanelli, Courtney Love, Jeffrey Ross and Sarah Silverman. The 90-minute special makes its Canadian debut Saturday, Feb. 4 at 10 p.m. ET/PT exclusively o­n The Comedy Network.

South Park - "Trapped in the Closet"
Stan is the Chosen o­ne in the South Park episode "Trapped in the Closet" premiering Friday, Jan. 27 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT, exclusively o­n The Comedy Network. Stan looks to a new religion for answers. The Church of Scientology recognizes Stan as the reincarnation of founder L. Ron Hubbard. Hollywood celebrities John Travolta and Tom Cruise join the faithful and set up camp at Stan's house. When Stan shuns Tom for his poor acting ability, Tom locks himself in the closet believing he has failed in the eyes of the Prophet. Tom's ex Nicole Kidman, John Travolta and R&B sensation R. Kelly all try to persuade Tom to come out of the closet but their plan backfires and John and R. Kelly end up in the closet with Tom.

South Park - "Bloody Mary"
In "Bloody Mary," Stan's dad is arrested for drunk driving. When he hears that the faithful are flocking to a bleeding statue of the Virgin Mary, Stan's dad is sure the Virgin can cure him of his drinking. When he manages to work his way to the front of the line and gets splashed with the Virgin's blood, he vows he'll never drink again and declares his cure a miracle. Meanwhile, the new pope, Benedict XVI investigates this strange phenomenon. "Bloody Mary" premieres Friday, February 10 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT, exclusively o­n The Comedy Network.

You Bet Your Ass
Contestants put their "ass o­n the line" in a unique new game show that combines the unpredictability of casino black jack with hilarious pop-culture trivia. You Bet Your Ass is a 24-episode, half-hour, original Comedy Network series premiering Friday, Jan. 13 at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT (encore broadcast Sundays at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT) exclusively o­n The Comedy Network. Hosted by internationally acclaimed comedian Stewart Francis (a regular o­n The Late Show with Craig Ferguson) and sexy co-host Sitara Hewitt (Gutterball Alley), You Bet Your Ass combines casino-style gaming with outstanding trivia knowledge. Contestants battle it out to determine who knows the most pop trivia in four rounds of wagering. The contestant with the most points wins $500. Here's the twist: they can go home with their winnings or let it all ride for a shot at $1000 by correctly answering o­ne final skill-testing question. You Bet Your Ass is produced by Lone Eagle Entertainment Ltd. (Popstars) in association with The Comedy Network.

The Frantics
The originals of Canadian sketch comedy are back in the hour-long reunion special, The Frantics, premiering Saturday, Jan. 28 at 10 p.m. ET/PT exclusively o­n The Comedy Network. Frantic foursome Peter Wildman (The Red Green Show), Dan Redican (Puppets Who Kill), Rick Green (History Bites, The Red Green Show) and Paul Chato (Jewels of The Oracle) originally joined forces over 25 years ago and are best known for the radio show Frantic Times (1981), television series 4 o­n the Floor (1986) and the album Boot to the Head (1987). Taped in front of a live studio audience, the special features all-new material, trademark songs and classic favourites such as "Mr. Canoehead," "Mr. Interesting," "Jason Mahooch, Master of Disguises" and "Boot to the Head" for a nostalgic blast from the past.

Comic Genius
Comic Genius is the LIVE broadcast of a nation-wide search for the next comedic star. Hosted by www.cornergas.com, companion website of Canada's smash hit comedy series Corner Gas, budding comics from across the country will have an opportunity to win $10,000 in cold, hard, cash. To qualify, entrants had to submit funny stand-up clips of themselves o­nline. The contest closed in late November. Five finalists will be selected and flown to Regina to compete in a LIVE broadcast from the Corner Gas diner, "The Ruby". The o­ne-hour special, hosted by Brent Butt premieres Saturday, Feb. 11 at 10 p.m. ET/PT exclusively o­n The Comedy Network. Complete competition details can be found o­nline at www.cornergas.com.

Cream of Comedy 2005
The Comedy Network is pleased to present the very best in new Canadian comedic talent with the ninth annual Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award Show. The hour-long special showcases this year's five most promising up-and-coming comics in a side-splitting showdown. Cream of Comedy 2005 premieres Saturday, Jan. 21 at 10 p.m. ET/PT, exclusively o­n The Comedy Network. Taped earlier this year at Toronto's Second City, the special features host Jon Dore (Canadian Idol's comedic correspondent), this year's award-winner Jeff McEnery and nominees Bob Kerr, Mack Lawrenz, Kathleen Phillips and Pat Thornton.

The Comedy Network 2006 Winter Schedule:

Friday, Jan. 13         7:30 p.m.     You Bet Your Ass (Series Premiere)
Saturday, Jan. 21     10 p.m.        Cream of Comedy (Special)
Friday, Jan. 27         9:30 p.m.     South Park - "Trapped in the Closet"
Saturday, Jan. 28     10 p.m.       The Frantics (Special)
Saturday, Feb. 4      10 p.m.       The Comedy Central Roast of Pamela Anderson
Saturday, Feb. 11    10 p.m.       Comic Genius (Special)
Friday, Feb. 10        9:30 p.m.    South Park - "Bloody Mary"