Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "stand-up"

1. Hacks (2021– )

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Explores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.

Stars: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Mark Indelicato

Votes: 37,187

2. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017–2023)

TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy, Drama

After her husband leaves her, young mother of two Miriam "Midge" Maisel discovers that she has a talent for stand-up comedy. Could this be her calling?

Stars: Rachel Brosnahan, Alex Borstein, Michael Zegen, Marin Hinkle

Votes: 142,871

3. Nightcrawler (2014)

R | 117 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

When Louis Bloom, a con man desperate for work, muscles into the world of L.A. crime journalism, he blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story.

Director: Dan Gilroy | Stars: Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo, Bill Paxton, Riz Ahmed

Votes: 604,327 | Gross: $32.38M

4. The Mighty Boosh (2003–2007)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Musical

Surreal British comedy in which Vince Noir and Howard Moon have adventures filled with oddball characters while working as Zoo Keepers, before pursuing a musical career and running a second-hand shop.

Stars: Julian Barratt, Noel Fielding, Michael Fielding, Rich Fulcher

Votes: 24,027

5. 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: 71,737

6. This Fool (2022–2023)

TV-MA | 24 min | Comedy

A punk-ass bitch with a heart of gold goes out of his way to help everyone but himself.

Stars: Chris Estrada, Frankie Quinones, Laura Patalano, Julia Vera

Votes: 4,108

7. I'm Dying Up Here (2017–2018)

TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy, Drama

The series is based on William Knoedelseder's book of the same name.

Stars: Melissa Leo, Ari Graynor, Michael Angarano, Clark Duke

Votes: 4,040

8. Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie (2003)

PG-13 | 105 min | Comedy, Documentary

The comedic stylings of four sort-of famous funnymen are brought to the big screen courtesy of this 2002 documentary.

Director: C.B. Harding | Stars: Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall, Ron White, Larry the Cable Guy

Votes: 4,734 | Gross: $0.60M

9. Eddie Murphy: Raw (1987)

R | 93 min | Documentary, Comedy

Eddie Murphy in a stand-up performance recorded live. For an hour and a half he talks about his favourite subjects: sex and women.

Director: Robert Townsend | Stars: Eddie Murphy, Tatyana Ali, Billie Allen, Clebert Ford

Votes: 20,735 | Gross: $50.50M

10. Jerry Seinfeld: 23 Hours to Kill (2020 TV Special)

TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy

Comedian Jerry Seinfeld performs at the Beacon Theatre in New York City with his take on everyday life, uncovering comedy in the commonplace.

Director: Joe DeMaio | Star: Jerry Seinfeld

Votes: 5,619

11. Being Charlie (2015)

R | 97 min | Drama, Romance

A would-be governor's addicted son goes down the long, rough road of rehab, fighting against recovery every inch of the way.

Director: Rob Reiner | Stars: Nick Robinson, Common, Cary Elwes, Devon Bostick

Votes: 4,797 | Gross: $0.01M

12. Eddie Murphy: Delirious (1983 TV Special)

Not Rated | 69 min | Comedy

Eddie Murphy's raunchy, raucous stand-up comedy routine is captured for posterity on this tape.

Director: Bruce Gowers | Stars: Eddie Murphy, James Argiro, Gus Loundermon, Brian O'Neal

Votes: 18,491

13. Fern Brady: Autistic Bikini Queen (2024)

57 min | Comedy

The irreverent Scottish comedian tackles big themes like death, decline and the disappointments of middle age in her stand-up special filmed in Bristol.

Director: Phoebe Bourke | Star: Fern Brady

Votes: 152

14. The Original Kings of Comedy (2000)

R | 115 min | Comedy, Documentary

A concert film featuring four major African American stand up comedians.

Director: Spike Lee | Stars: Steve Harvey, D.L. Hughley, Cedric The Entertainer, Bernie Mac

Votes: 6,068 | Gross: $38.18M

15. Nate Bargatze: The Greatest Average American (2021 TV Special)

TV-G | 60 min | Comedy

Tennessee-born comedian, actor, and podcast host Nate Bargatze is back with his second hour-long Netflix original comedy special.

Director: Troy Miller | Stars: Nate Bargatze, Kelly Nixon

Votes: 2,054

16. Funny Bones (1995)

R | 128 min | Comedy, Drama

An unsuccessful comedian uncovers a family secret and learns the true price of letting inherent talent shine.

Director: Peter Chelsom | Stars: Jerry Lewis, Oliver Platt, Lee Evans, Leslie Caron

Votes: 3,888 | Gross: $0.53M

17. Funny Thing About Love (2021)

PG | 96 min | Comedy, Family, Romance

A successful business woman takes her boyfriend home for Thanksgiving only to find her family is scheming to reunite her with her lost love.

Director: Adam White | Stars: Jon Heder, Barry Corbin, Summer Bellessa, Brooke White

Votes: 380

18. Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution (2024)

100 min | Documentary | Completed

A feature length documentary that explores the history of LGBTQ+ stand up comedy, considering its importance as an instrument for social change over the past five decades.

Director: Page Hurwitz | Stars: Tig Notaro, Eddie Izzard, Lily Tomlin, Patti Harrison

19. This Is My Life (1992)

PG-13 | 105 min | Drama

A stand-up comic (Julie Kavner) neglects her two daughters in the midst of her newfound fame.

Director: Nora Ephron | Stars: Julie Kavner, Samantha Mathis, Gaby Hoffmann, Carrie Fisher

Votes: 1,398 | Gross: $2.92M

20. Brock Wilbur: 28 Years Later (2012)

76 min | Comedy

Zombies, literary allusions, unrepentant alcoholism, mental illness, esoteric pop-culture references, cocaine-fueled indie-rock dance moves, and more.

Director: Joe Filipas | Star: Brock Wilbur

Votes: 33

21. Comedy Central Presents (1998–2011)

TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary, Comedy

A television series featuring various stand-up comics.

Stars: Mike Birbiglia, Todd Barry, Lewis Black, Stephen Lynch

Votes: 1,205

22. Kevin Hart Presents: Plastic Cup Boyz (2014 TV Special)

Not Rated | 82 min | Comedy

Led by Kevin Hart, The Plastic Cup Boyz are stepping into the spotlight with their stand-up and sketches. Joey Wells, Will "Spank" Horton, and Na'im Lynn take the stage in this comedy special taped at the House of Blues in San Diego.

Director: Jay Chapman | Stars: Kevin Hart, Will 'Spank' Horton, Na'im Lynn, Joey Wells

Votes: 166

23. Kevin Hart & Chris Rock: Headliners Only (2023)

TV-MA | 82 min | Documentary, Biography

Follow these two comedy icons behind the scenes throughout a tour that will follow the couple as they tell firsthand accounts of their early lives, their struggles, their triumphs, and their brotherhood.

Director: Rashidi Natara Harper | Stars: Estee Adoram, Dave Becky, Jay Brown, Wayne Brown

Votes: 738

24. Tell No One (2012)

Unrated | 85 min | Comedy, Romance

Matthia is about to move to Madrid to be with his boyfriend Eduard, so he won't have to reveal to the family of being gay. Eduard, however, is convinced that their marriage has the blessing... See full summary »

Director: Ivan Silvestrini | Stars: Josafat Vagni, Monica Guerritore, Francesco Montanari, Antonino Bruschetta

Votes: 1,562

25. Colin Quinn: Red State Blue State (2019 TV Special)

TV-14 | 65 min | Comedy

Comedian Colin Quinn talks about American politics and how divided the country is.

Director: Bobby Moresco | Star: Colin Quinn

Votes: 822

26. Comedy Chaos (2024)

TV-14 | 35 min | Comedy

After getting kicked out of his own company, a hapless man must juggle his delicate marriage and his struggling comedy club.

Stars: Raditya Dika, Susan Sameh, Joshua Suherman, Yono Bakrie

Votes: 101

27. Blue Collar Comedy Tour: One for the Road (2006 TV Special)

Not Rated | 108 min | Documentary

Bill Engvall, Ron "Tater Salad" White, Jeff Foxworthy, and Larry the Cable Guy return on-stage to give some funny redneck laughs and humorous spins on everyday affairs.

Director: C.B. Harding | Stars: Bill Engvall, Ron White, Jeff Foxworthy, Larry the Cable Guy

Votes: 1,217

28. Dino & Ruby (2020)

60 min | Action

Unreliable Alcoholic Son of a Chicago Crime Boss finds knowledge and faith from a young daughter of a Rehab Owner. It's "One Flew Over a Coo Coo's Nest meets the Professional".

Director: Daniel J. Lennox | Stars: John Wells, Chuck Wagner, Dale Miller, Silvio Wolf Busch

29. Pardon Mon Affaire (1976)

PG | 105 min | Comedy, Romance

As loyal as a dove, a family man is about to tell his first lie to his wife when he falls for an enchanting woman in a billowy red dress. With a bit of help, he just might get what he wishes for; however, is love always a bed of roses?

Director: Yves Robert | Stars: Jean Rochefort, Claude Brasseur, Guy Bedos, Victor Lanoux

Votes: 2,353

30. Dave Chappelle: The Closer (2021 TV Special)

TV-MA | 72 min | Comedy

As he closes out his slate of comedy specials, Dave takes the stage to try and set the record straight; and get a few things off his chest.

Director: Stan Lathan | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Daphne Dorman

Votes: 28,826

31. Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones (2019 TV Special)

TV-MA | 65 min | Comedy

Dave Chappelle takes on gun culture, the opioid crisis, and the tidal wave of celebrity scandals in a defiant stand-up special filmed in Atlanta.

Director: Stan Lathan | Star: Dave Chappelle

Votes: 28,082

32. Kevin Hart: Laugh at My Pain (2011)

R | 89 min | Documentary, Comedy

Experience the show that quickly became a national phenomenon, and get an up close and personal look at Kevin Hart back in Philly, where he began his journey to become one of the funniest comedians of all time. You will laugh 'til it hurts.

Directors: Leslie Small, Tim Story | Stars: Kevin Hart, Taraji P. Henson, Will 'Spank' Horton, Harry Ratchford

Votes: 6,471 | Gross: $7.71M

33. Blue Collar Comedy Tour Rides Again (2004 TV Special)

Not Rated | 106 min | Comedy, Documentary

Bill Engvall, Ron "Tater Salad" White, Jeff Foxworthy, and Larry the Cable Guy return on-stage to give some funny redneck laughs and humorous spins on everyday affairs.

Director: C.B. Harding | Stars: Bill Engvall, Jeff Foxworthy, Larry the Cable Guy, Ron White

Votes: 1,907

34. Richard Pryor: Live in Concert (1979)

Not Rated | 78 min | Documentary, Comedy

Richard Pryor's classic 1979 concert film has him discussing a wide range of topics, including race, the police and his favorite target -- himself.

Director: Jeff Margolis | Stars: Richard Pryor, Patti LaBelle, Huey P. Newton, Jennifer Lee Pryor

Votes: 5,808 | Gross: $30.00M

35. Dave Chappelle: Killin' Them Softly (2000 TV Special)

TV-MA | 57 min | Comedy

Dave Chappelle returns to D.C. and riffs on politics, police, race relations, drugs, Sesame Street and more.

Director: Stan Lathan | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Albert Precourt

Votes: 10,883

36. John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City (2018 TV Special)

TV-MA | 65 min | Comedy

John Mulaney relays his childhood and Saturday Night Live (1975), eviscerates the value of college, and laments getting older in this comedy special. Other topics include the church, his family, President Trump and pedophiles abducting kids.

Director: Alex Timbers | Stars: John Mulaney, Jon Brion, Carole Shelley

Votes: 9,052

37. Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh (2018 TV Special)

TV-MA | 73 min | Comedy, Music

Adam Sandler takes his comical musical musings back out on the road, from comedy clubs to concert halls to one very unsuspecting subway station.

Directors: Steven Brill, Nicholaus Goossen | Stars: Adam Sandler, Rob Schneider, Dan Bulla

Votes: 5,777

38. Nate Bargatze: Full Time Magic (2015 TV Special)

TV-14 | 64 min | Comedy

Filmed at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City, the hilarious and charming "Full Time Magic" is Nate Bargatze's first one-hour stand-up special. Despite being a married man with a young ... See full summary »

Director: Ryan Polito | Star: Nate Bargatze

Votes: 474

39. Super High Me (2007)

R | 94 min | Documentary, Comedy

Stand up comedian and marijuana user Doug Benson documents thirty days of pot free living and thirty days of non-stop use to compare the effects of both.

Director: Michael Blieden | Stars: Brian Unger, Gary Cohan, Robert Gore, Sean Tabibian

Votes: 13,139

40. Robin Williams Live on Broadway (2002 TV Special)

TV-MA | 99 min | Documentary, Comedy

The fourth HBO stand-up special by Robin Williams.

Director: Marty Callner | Star: Robin Williams

Votes: 6,291

41. The Fluffy Movie: Unity Through Laughter (2014)

PG-13 | 101 min | Documentary, Comedy

A comedy concert film that captures the on-stage performance and inspirational success story of Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias.

Directors: Manny Rodriguez, Jay Lavender | Stars: Gabriel Iglesias, Jacqueline Obradors, Gina Brillon, Alfred Robles

Votes: 3,952 | Gross: $2.83M

42. Totally Baked (2007)

Not Rated | 88 min | Action, Comedy, Crime

Meet Dave Bertman, a tightly wound 37 year-old father of one. Bertman's "higher" education begins when medical marijuana activists wielding "loaded" weapons interrupt a planned reunion ... See full summary »

Director: Lee Abbott | Stars: John Oates, Thomas Lyons, Craig Shoemaker, Heather Sossaman

Votes: 888

43. Def Comedy Jam (1992–2008)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy

A stand-up comedy series from Russell Simmons showcasing legendary comedians including Bernie Mac, Steve Harvey, Martin Lawrence, DL Hughley, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock and more.

Stars: Kid Capri, Martin Lawrence, D.L. Hughley, Russell Simmons

Votes: 623

44. One Night Stand (1989–1992)

TV-MA | 30 min | Documentary, Comedy

It's a wild night of raucous fun as Bill Hicks shows us his unique view on smoking cigarettes, smoking pot, drinking, sex, advertising, and music.

Stars: Dan Avey, Bill Maher, Dom Irrera, Ellen DeGeneres

Votes: 245

45. Chris Rock: Bring the Pain (1996 TV Special)

TV-MA | 58 min | Comedy

The second HBO stand-up special by Chris Rock.

Director: Keith Truesdell | Stars: Chris Rock, Jim Breuer, Mario Joyner, Tracy Morgan

Votes: 4,226

46. The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling (2018 TV Movie)

TV-MA | 259 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

Judd Apatow presents an emotional two-part in-depth look at the life, career and complex internal struggles of his loving mentor, the influential stand-up comedian and actor Garry Shandling, based on Shandling's personal diaries.

Director: Judd Apatow | Stars: Garry Shandling, Judd Apatow, Kevin Nealon, Mike Shandling

Votes: 2,178

47. Jerry Before Seinfeld (2017 TV Special)

TV-14 | 62 min | Comedy

Comedian Jerry Seinfeld takes the stage at the comedy club where he began his career to recount his early life.

Director: Michael Bonfiglio | Stars: Jerry Seinfeld, Jimmy Brogan, Mark Schiff, Carolyn Liebling

Votes: 6,051

48. Eddie Izzard: Dress to Kill (1998 Video)

Unrated | 115 min | Documentary, Comedy

Executive transvestite Eddie Izzard takes his show to San Francisco to give a brief history of pagan and Christian religions, the building of Stonehenge, the birth of the Church of England ... See full summary »

Director: Lawrence Jordan | Star: Eddie Izzard

Votes: 7,513

49. Bill Cosby: Himself (1983)

PG | 105 min | Documentary, Comedy

A concert film in which Bill Cosby discusses weekends, raising children, dentists, and many other situations.

Director: Bill Cosby | Star: Bill Cosby

Votes: 3,689

50. George Carlin... It's Bad for Ya! (2008 TV Special)

TV-MA | 70 min | Documentary, Comedy

It's Bad For Ya, Carlin's Emmy-nominated 14th and final HBO special from March of 2008 features Carlin's noted irreverent and unapologetic observations on topics ranging from death, ... See full summary »

Director: Rocco Urbisci | Star: George Carlin

Votes: 6,483