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Book 'em—to guest star

By Michael O’Connell, Special to Metromix

“Reno 911” boasts one of the strongest comedic ensembles on television—you could spend years in casting and still not dream up a more hilariously awkward and clueless group of would-be law enforcers.

The show also brings in talented guest stars year after year, and the fifth season (premiering Wednesday, Jan. 16 at 10:30 p.m./9:30c on Comedy Central) is no different, with Christina Applegate, Seth Green, George Lopez and Ryan Stiles dropping by. But if “Reno” is looking for more, we've got a few casting suggestions…