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1. Chappelle's Show (2003–2006)
TV-MA | 22 min | Comedy, Music
Comedian Dave Chappelle hosts this sketch-comedy show that parodies many of the nuances of race and culture.
Stars: Dave Chappelle, Donnell Rawlings, Rudy Rush, Charlie Murphy
Votes: 71,838
2. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music
A famous guest host stars in parodies and sketches created by the cast of this witty show.
Stars: The Saturday Night Live Band, Don Pardo, Darrell Hammond, Kenan Thompson
Votes: 52,770
3. Chasing Liberty (2004)
PG-13 | 111 min | Comedy, Romance
Anna wants to be like other girls her age (18): date a guy etc. but she's the US president's daughter and always guarded. In Prague he breaks his promise of only 2 agents following her to a concert and she runs away with Ben to see Europe.
Director: Andy Cadiff | Stars: Mandy Moore, Matthew Goode, Mark Harmon, Stark Sands
Votes: 41,074 | Gross: $12.19M
4. The Colbert Report (2005–2014)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
Satirical newscaster Stephen Colbert provides humorous commentary on the big issues going on in the United States and the rest of the world, with his larger-than-life ego and overly-patriotic spirit along with him every step of the way.
Stars: Stephen Colbert, Jay Katsir, Jon Stewart, Paul Dinello
Votes: 39,176
5. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Jimmy Fallon hosts the Tonight Show and interviews celebrities, plays games with them and has a musical or comedic guest perform.
Stars: Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, Steve Higgins, Questlove
Votes: 19,019
6. Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993–2009)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Conan O'Brien, a Harvard Lampoon alumnus, hosts this late-night comedy/talk-show, which is often silly and whimsical.
Stars: Conan O'Brien, The Max Weinberg 7, Andy Richter, Joel Godard
Votes: 18,968
7. Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Jimmy Kimmel interviews celebrities.
Stars: Jimmy Kimmel, Cleto and the Cletones, Guillermo Rodriguez, Paul E. Raff
Votes: 17,434
8. Late Show with David Letterman (1993–2015)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
The Late Show with David Letterman is an hour-long weeknight comedy and talk-show broadcast by CBS from the Ed Sullivan Theater on Broadway in New York City.
Stars: David Letterman, Paul Shaffer, Alan Kalter, Biff Henderson
Votes: 14,297
9. Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (2009–2014)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Comedian Jimmy Fallon hosts a late-night talk show.
Stars: Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, Steve Higgins, Bashir Salahuddin
Votes: 13,848
10. The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992–2014)
TV-14 | 62 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Jay Leno takes over the Tonight Show with interview, sketches, and plenty of laughs.
Stars: Jay Leno, Kevin Eubanks, Edd Hall, John Melendez
Votes: 10,933
11. Dancing with the Stars (I) (2005– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Family, Music, Reality-TV
U.S. reality show based on the British series "Strictly Come Dancing," where celebrities partner up with professional dancers and compete against each other in weekly elimination rounds to determine a winner.
Stars: Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, Tom Bergeron, Len Goodman
Votes: 10,474
12. Dave Chappelle's Block Party (2005)
R | 103 min | Documentary, Comedy, Music
A mix of Dave Chappelle's sketch comedy and musical interludes, inspired in part by the 1973 documentary Wattstax.
Director: Michel Gondry | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Yasiin Bey, Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu
Votes: 9,627 | Gross: $11.72M
13. Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Seth Meyers hosts a late-night talk show.
Stars: Seth Meyers, The 8G Band, Fred Armisen, Ben Warheit
Votes: 7,907
14. Yo Gabba Gabba! (2007–2020)
TV-Y | 23 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Yo Gabba Gabba! is a fun live-action program for young children. Join our host DJ Lance Rock as he introduces us to friendly toy monsters in a magical land full of music, dance, and color.
Stars: Lance Robertson, Erin Pearce, Adam Deibert, Amos Watene
Votes: 1,862
15. Night Catches Us (2010)
R | 90 min | Drama, Romance
In 1976, complex political and emotional forces are set in motion when a young man returns to the race-torn Philadelphia neighborhood where he came of age during the Black Power movement.
Director: Tanya Hamilton | Stars: Anthony Mackie, Kerry Washington, Jamara Griffin, Sadiq Afif
Votes: 1,832 | Gross: $0.08M
16. Last Call with Carson Daly (2002–2019)
TV-14 | 30 min | Music, Talk-Show
Join Carson Daly as he checks out the coolest places in LA and talks with today's big names in film and television and introduces you to up-and-coming bands and musicians that rock.
Stars: Carson Daly, Kip Madsen, Zane Carney, Brian McCarthy
Votes: 1,332
17. The Needle Drop (2009– )
TV-G | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Music Critic Anthony Fantano reviews different albums and songs, and gives out scores that grades their quality.
Stars: Anthony Fantano, Sami Jarroush, Daren Jackson, Dominique Boxley
Votes: 1,066
18. Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives (2015)
Not Rated | 99 min | Documentary, Music
A retrospective look at the "Best Hip Hop Radio Show of All-Time".
Director: Bobbito Garcia | Stars: A-Plus, Anthony Alonso, Stretch Armstrong, B-Real
Votes: 1,007
19. The Chris Rock Show (1997–2000)
TV-MA | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
America's funniest comedian in a less than PC setting. It's hilarious !
Stars: Chris Rock, Grandmaster Flash, Monteria Ivey, Wanda Sykes
Votes: 807
20. Soul Train (1971–2006)
TV-14 | 60 min | Music, Talk-Show
Created by music impresario Don Cornelius, Soul Train is an African-American focused music-dance television program that aired 35 years, primarily featuring performances by R&B, soul, funk, pop, and hip hop artists.
Stars: Don Cornelius, Diana Puskas, Queen Turner, Carole Creekmore
Votes: 681
21.
Chappelle's Show (2003–2006)
Episode:
Blackzilla & Playa Haters' Ball
(2003)
TV-MA | 19 min | Comedy, Music
Sketches include Dave starring in his own video game. Plus, Dave introduces 'The Playa Haters' Club', and Dave's take on Japanese monster movies with 'Blackzilla!'.
Directors: Andre Allen, Rusty Cundieff, Scott Vincent | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Cindy Katz, Charlie Murphy, Patrice O'Neal
Votes: 564
22. 40 Years a Prisoner (2020)
TV-MA | 110 min | Documentary, Crime
Philadelphia native Tommy Oliver follows the efforts of Mike Africa Jr. to exonerate his parents, both incarcerated members of the revolutionary group MOVE.
Director: Tommy Oliver | Stars: Mike Africa Jr., Carlos Africa, Chuckie Africa, Debbie Africa
Votes: 504
23. Silent Library (2009– )
TV-PG | 30 min | Game-Show
Silent library is an American televised game show, adapted from Japan's Nippon TV format Gaki No Tsukai (1989), that aired on MTV. In this game show, the contestants must endure strange punishments for money, all while staying silent.
Stars: Zero Kazama, Chase Vacnin, Bettina Mangiaracina, Duke Greenhill
Votes: 477
24. The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special: In 3-D! On Ice! (2010 TV Movie)
TV-14 | 42 min | Documentary
Morgan Spurlock examines the cultural phenomenon of The Simpsons (1989).
Director: Morgan Spurlock | Stars: Morgan Spurlock, Matt Stone, Trey Parker, Seth MacFarlane
Votes: 442
25. Stand (2023)
107 min | Documentary, Sport
A documentary of Extraordinary Journey of Pioneer Activist and Basketball Prodigy Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf
Director: Joslyn Rose Lyons | Stars: Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, Stephen Curry, Mahershala Ali, Ice Cube
Votes: 367
26. Brooklyn Babylon (2001)
R | 89 min | Drama, Music, Romance
A charismatic rapper falls in love with a young Jewish girl despite the confines of her religious background.
Director: Marc Levin | Stars: Tariq Trotter, Karen Starc, Bonz Malone, David Vadim
Votes: 343
27. Soundtrack for a Revolution (2009)
Not Rated | 82 min | Documentary, History, Music
A fresh and exhilarating take on one of the most important social movements in American history, Soundtrack for a Revolution explores the civil rights struggle through the powerful and stirring songs that inspired a generation.
Directors: Bill Guttentag, Dan Sturman | Stars: The Roots, John Legend, Wyclef Jean, Joss Stone
Votes: 338
28. Austin City Limits (1975– )
60 min | Documentary, Music
Established singer-songwriters and acclaimed newcomers perform country, blues, rock, folk, bluegrass, and related styles of music from Studio 6A of public television station KLRU (formerly KLRN) at the University of Texas at Austin.
Stars: Willie Nelson, Lyle Lovett, John Prine, Jason Isbell
Votes: 326
29.
Christmas in Rockefeller Center (1990– )
Episode:
Christmas in Rockefeller Center
(2016)
60 min
Director: Debbie Palacio | Stars: Matt Lauer, Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker
Votes: 294
30. The Rally to Restore Sanity and/or Fear (2010 TV Special)
Comedy
Director: Chuck O'Neil | Stars: Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Samantha Bee
Votes: 237
31. Eddie Murphy: One Night Only (2012 TV Movie)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy
"Eddie Murphy: One Night Only" will pay homage to Murphy's journey from a 15-year old aspiring comedian to his Saturday Night Live characters.
Directors: Robert Cohen, Don Mischer | Stars: Russell Brand, Jamie Foxx, Arsenio Hall, Samuel L. Jackson
Votes: 224
32. The 65th Annual Grammy Awards (2023 TV Special)
174 min | Music
Comic Trevor Noah hosts the Grammy awards in Los Angeles, with top nominees including Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Adele, Brandi Carlile, Mary J. Blige, DJ Khaled, Terius "The-Dream" ... See full summary »
Directors: Phil Heyes, George Flanigen, Kenny Laubbacher | Stars: Dwayne Johnson, Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, Viola Davis
Votes: 212
33. The 53rd Annual Grammy Awards (2011 TV Special)
Music
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Lady A, Yolanda Adams, Dianna Agron, Christina Aguilera
Votes: 194
34. Making the Video (1999– )
30 min | Documentary, Music
A series on MTV showing the making of popular music videos.
Stars: Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Thomas Fanning, Dave Meyers
Votes: 190
35. The 62nd Annual Grammy Awards (2020 TV Special)
TV-14 | 159 min | Music
Music's biggest night: The 62nd Annual Grammy Awards.
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Dua Lipa, Greta Gerwig, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo
Votes: 167
36. Big Morning Buzz Live (2011–2015)
60 min | Talk-Show
Hosted by Carrie Keagan for it's first nine seasons, then Nick Lachey for its final season, Big Morning Buzz Live is a fun and edgy, one-hour morning talk show on VH1.
Stars: Carrie Keagan, Jason Dundas, Jim Shearer, Janell Snowden
Votes: 162
37.
Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode:
Donald Trump/Toots and the Maytals
(2004)
TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music
The Apprentice star Donald Trump turns the cold opening into The Apprentice. He plugs The Apprentice on 'Live with Regis and Kelly', mentions The Apprentice in his commercial for 'Donald ... See full summary »
Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller | Stars: Rachel Dratch, Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, Will Forte
Votes: 148
38.
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (2009–2014)
Episode:
Episode dated 5 June 2013
(2013)
TV-14 | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Director: Dan Opsal | Stars: Jacob Berger, Rose Byrne, Glenn Close, Jimmy Fallon
Votes: 130
39. Talk Stoop (2009– )
Talk-Show
Talk Stoop is an Emmy award-winning interview program hosted by Nessa Diab that airs on NBC. On the show Nessa interviews actors, musicians, athletes, and politicians. "Talk Stoop" is ... See full summary »
Stars: Cat Greenleaf, William Shatner, Brooke Shields, Jason Biggs
Votes: 121
40.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014– )
Episode:
Will Smith/U2
(2014)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
The classic late night talk show returns with a new host, a new house band and a new studio. Join Jimmy and his guests actor/rapper etc. Will Smith and rock band U2; cameos by Joan Rivers, Joe Namath, Lady Gaga, Mike Tyson; and much more.
Director: Dave Diomedi | Stars: Jimmy Fallon, Will Smith, U2, The Roots
Votes: 117
41. The 2010 Miss Universe Pageant (2010 TV Special)
Family, Reality-TV
Director: Alan Carter | Stars: Natalie Morales, Bret Michaels, John Legend, The Roots
Votes: 109
42. We Are Not Done Yet (2018)
TV-14 | 40 min | Documentary, Short
Profiles a group of veterans and active-duty service members as they come together to combat past and current traumas through the written word, sharing their experiences in a United Service Organizations (USO) writing workshop.
Director: Sareen Hairabedian | Stars: Vainuupo 'A.V.' Avegalio, Anne Barlieb, Scott Cormack, April Harris
Votes: 106
43. Night of Too Many Stars (2017 TV Special)
TV-MA | 130 min | News
Stars joined forces to raise money for autism, and Jon Stewart oversaw it all.
Directors: Michael Dempsey, Kahane Cooperman, Amira Dughri, Nicole Galovski, Ross Kauffman, Bari Pearlman, Andrew Saunderson | Stars: Jon Stewart, J.J. Abrams, Samantha Bee, Kristoffe Brodeur
Votes: 95
44.
Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode:
Brendan Fraser/Busta Rhymes featuring The Roots
(1999)
TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music
Cold Open: Clinton gloats on being acquitted in impeachment trial. Linda Tripp, Tom Brokaw. A couple share too much bedroom heat but are offended when others reference it. Weekend Update: Jerry Falwell with proof that a Teletubby is gay.
Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller | Stars: Will Ferrell, Ana Gasteyer, Darrell Hammond, Chris Kattan
Votes: 94
45.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014– )
Episode:
Jennifer Lopez/Russell Westbrook/Ryan Hamilton
(2019)
TV-14 | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Actress Jennifer Lopez (Hustlers (2019)); professional basketball player Russell Westbrook; comic Ryan Hamilton;
Director: Dave Diomedi | Stars: Jimmy Fallon, Jennifer Lopez, Russell Westbrook, Ryan Hamilton
Votes: 85
46.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014– )
Episode:
Justin Timberlake
(2014)
TV-14 | 41 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Justin Timberlake.
Directors: Dave Diomedi, Dan Opsal | Stars: Jimmy Fallon, Justin Timberlake, The Roots, Shane Brolly
Votes: 84
47. The 45th Annual Grammy Awards (2003 TV Special)
Music
The 45th Annual Grammy Awards were held on February 23, 2003 at Madison Square Garden in New York City honoring the best in music for the recording of the year beginning from October 1, ... See full summary »
Director: Walter C. Miller | Stars: Mark Adrian, Tai Anderson, Marc Anthony, Ashanti
Votes: 83
48.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014– )
Episode:
Jerry Seinfeld/Kristen Wiig/Lady Gaga
(2014)
TV-14 | 43 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Jerry Seinfeld is back on stage. Lady Gaga performs a great song. Kristen Wiig dress like Harry from One Direction.
Directors: Dave Diomedi, Dan Opsal | Stars: Jimmy Fallon, Jerry Seinfeld, Kristen Wiig, Lady Gaga
Votes: 82
49. Night of Too Many Stars: An Overbooked Concert for Autism Education (2008 TV Special)
120 min | Comedy
Directors: Beth McCarthy-Miller, Judd Apatow, Tom Stern | Stars: Fred Armisen, Will Arnett, Kevin Aubin, Richard Belzer
Votes: 81
50. Taratata (1993– )
Music, Talk-Show
Each live broadcast showcases a variety of French and international artists singing classic titles, new songs, and unreleased duets... A veritable musical scene, prestigiously crowded with ... See full summary »
Stars: Nagui, Alexandra Kazan, Zazie, Pascal Obispo
Votes: 75