Anyone else here a fan of the Jon Fauvreu talkie Dinner for Five?  In four seasons on IFC (the show has never been technically canceled), Jon used his workaholic standing to call in over 150 colleagues to sit down and talk about life, work, and whatever else as they dined in front of a camera.  It was brilliant, and better than any talk show in the last couple decades.

I’m sure George Clooney has all sorts of interesting Facts of Life tidbits to share, but I love how Jon assembled a diverse and unique group of Hollywood’s working class actors etc.  The people who still audition, who take roles in indie films because they want to as opposed to a way to bolster their artistic credentials.

So I got to thinking, who would I want to invite to my round table at Chili’s one evening?  Not real people mind you, but the fictional characters that inhabit my favorite shows.

 Depending on who I choose, the meal could turn into a sob-a-thon or perhaps an explosive adventure.  Do I want laughs, political discussions, sexy ladies?  Argh, it is too hard to choose!  But choose I must, so here are my Top 5, no make it Top 6 (let’s avoid awkward pauses in conversation) televised guests of honor!

6.  Richard Castle - Castle

Some might wonder why I’m not inviting his, um, “cousin” Firefly‘s Malcolm Reynolds.  Well, Castle is a writer therefore a little more quick witted and capable of livening up a party.  Not to mention he knows everyone and can easily upgrade our table to a free “Awesome Blossom.”

5.  Nessa Jenkins - Gavin and Stacey

Nessa tells so many stories (often of the bawdy variety), you have no idea if she’s the most interesting person ever, or full of crap.  Either way, this Welsh patriot’s contribution to the conversation would no doubt include how she left All Saints after an argument with Shaznay.

4.  Comic Book Guy (Jeff Albertson) – The Simpsons

Not just your normal nerd, Jeff could tell us all about his master’s degree in mythology and folklore in which he translated “Lord of the Rings” into Klingon.  No doubt it would be the best.. dinner.. ever.

3.  Dwight Schrute – The Office

Dwight K. Schrute is the dinner party’s wild card.  Bear attacks, we’re covered.  Spontaneous corn husk doll making, we’re covered.  Need facts on, well…. on anything, Dwight will let us know the truth whether it’s right or not.  Question: will we be going dutch?

2.  Charlotte “Chuck” Charles – Pushing Daisies

Alright, I admit it.  Chuck is here primarily as eye candy, but she’s also very interesting.  Bee keeper, snazzy dresser, and she’s dead!!  So many questions for someone who’s been brought back to life and added bonus of an encyclopedic knowledge of delicious pie making!  And she’s adorable!!

1.  Barney Stinson – How I Met Your Mother

There’s only one way to make my dinner legen, wait for it…. dary!  Barney is a charismatic ladies man guaranteed to ensure the night’s festivities will go on well past dessert.  Not to mention, seeing him and Nessa one up each other’s one night stand stories would be hilarious.

Backup:  Angus MacGyver – MacGyver

In case of a late cancellation or an untimely flat tire, I’ll need someone who can jump in at a moment’s notice and bring some excitement to the meal.  Who better than necessity’s inventing bad ass and his never ending role of duct tape?  And yes, his first name really is Angus.