A lot of their material was transferred to the screen by the original three members: Tom Bennett, Keith Dickinson and Ian Todd.
Keith left the group in July 2007, leaving Tom and Ian to continue as a duo until October 8 when they split to pursue solo ventures.
The original three were reunited after a long period apart and decided to do their own brand of comedy with a blend of darkness, randomness and the surreal.
This original blend of comedy helped establish them as regular contributors to BBC Radio 1 show The Milk Run.
North East music talent also contributed their material to Straitjacket, establishing a unique soundtrack for the sketch shows.