Zoolander Episode 1 Apr 2026

: The character Hansel (played by Owen Wilson) was written specifically for him to be Derek's "so hot right now" nemesis.

See where the legend of Blue Steel began and catch the most iconic moments: Zoolander Episode 1

Long before the 2001 movie, Ben Stiller created Derek Zoolander for a short comedy segment. This "Episode 1" established the foundation of the character: : The character Hansel (played by Owen Wilson)

The early sketches and subsequent movie built a world defined by absurd logic and unforgettable moments: 🧥 The Origin: The 1996 VH1 Sketch :

While there isn't a traditional TV series "Episode 1," the serves as the true "Episode 1" of the Zoolander universe, debuting the character five years before the feature film. 🧥 The Origin: The 1996 VH1 Sketch

: Featured a fake commercial for the "Derek Zoolander University of Modeling for Men," an 8-week course teaching men how to walk and pose.