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1. Jimmy Carr: Natural Born Killer (2024)
TV-MA | 59 min | Documentary, Comedy
An iconic comedian tackles controversial issues such as gun control, religion, cancellation culture and consent through provocative humor.
Directors: Jimmy Carr, Brian Klein | Star: Jimmy Carr
Votes: 1,498
2. 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: 297
3. Bo Burnham: Inside (2021 TV Special)
TV-MA | 87 min | Documentary, Comedy, Drama
A musical comedy special shot and performed by Bo Burnham, alone, over the course of a very unusual year.
Director: Bo Burnham | Star: Bo Burnham
Votes: 54,469
4. Alex Edelman: Just for Us (2024)
TV-MA | 84 min | Documentary, Comedy
Standup comic Alex Edelman's Broadway show, featuring his experience attending a meeting of White Nationalists in Queens, New York and other stories, comes to TV.
Director: Alex Timbers | Star: Alex Edelman
Votes: 360
5. Neal Brennan: Crazy Good (2024)
53 min | Documentary, Comedy
After exploring his mental health struggles in previous specials, comedian Neal Brennan looks at the "upside" of bad mental health.
Director: Neal Brennan | Star: Neal Brennan
Votes: 722
6. Dave Attell: Hot Cross Buns (2024)
TV-MA | 40 min | Documentary, Comedy
The old man's back - out of the clubs, onto the screen, comedian Dave Attell brings it hard in this rapid-fire, no-holds-barred performance.
Director: Scott Gawlik | Star: Dave Attell
Votes: 688
7. The Midnight Special (1972–1981)
90 min | Music, Talk-Show
Late night rock and pop music performances are featured.
Stars: Wolfman Jack, Helen Reddy, Donna Summer, Gladys Knight
Votes: 381
8. Super Dave (1987–1999)
30 min | Comedy
Battered and abused stuntman Super Dave Osborne gets his own nighttime talk show. In between interviews Osborne, with the help of his partner and promoter, Fuji, performs his classic stunts that never quite seem to go as planned.
Stars: Bob Einstein, Art Irizawa, Mike Walden, Don Lake
Votes: 734
9. 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: 5,633
10. CM101MMXI Fundamentals (2013)
139 min | Documentary, Comedy
The funny little details of everyday life; the simple things that makes us laugh. An unforgettable performance from Cem Yilmaz. Yilmaz captures the audience with his hilarious stories about... See full summary »
Director: Murat Dündar | Star: Cem Yilmaz
Votes: 47,270
11. Nate Bargatze: Hello World (2023 TV Special)
G | 60 min | Documentary, Comedy
"The Nicest Man in Stand-Up" is back with a comedy special filmed at the Celebrity Theater in Phoenix, AZ.
Director: Mike Lavin | Star: Nate Bargatze
Votes: 1,690
12. The Aristocrats (2005)
Not Rated | 89 min | Documentary, Comedy
One hundred superstar comedians tell the same very, VERY dirty, filthy joke--one shared privately by comics since Vaudeville.
Directors: Penn Jillette, Paul Provenza | Stars: George Carlin, Don Rickles, Chris Rock, Chris Albrecht
Votes: 17,061 | Gross: $6.38M
13. John Mulaney: Baby J (2023 TV Special)
TV-MA | 80 min | Documentary, Comedy
A chaotic intervention. An action packed stay in rehab. After a weird couple of years, John Mulaney comes out swinging in his return to the stage.
Director: Alex Timbers | Star: John Mulaney
Votes: 6,242
14. Tig Notaro: Hello Again (2024 TV Special)
60 min | Documentary, Comedy
Notaro faces absurdities, from hallucinatory texts to a surreal Hollywood meeting. Her life provides fodder for standup routines, including a late night encounter with a mustachioed fireman that makes her rethink things.
Director: Stephanie Allynne | Star: Tig Notaro
Votes: 409
15. 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: 20,743 | Gross: $50.50M
16. Jimmy Carr: His Dark Material (2021 TV Special)
TV-MA | 59 min | Comedy
Jimmy Carr finds humour in the darkest of places in this stand-up comedy special. This special features Jimmy's trademark dry, sardonic wit and includes some jokes which Jimmy calls "career enders".
Directors: Brian Klein, Amanda Baker | Star: Jimmy Carr
Votes: 6,041
17. Demetri Martin: Demetri Deconstructed (2024)
51 min | Documentary, Comedy
From his thoughts on aggressively scented trash bags to desk jobs in hell, Demetri Martin returns with a new stand-up special.
Director: Demetri Martin | Stars: Rachael Beame, Adam Lowitt, Ron Lynch, Demetri Martin
Votes: 353
18. Albert Brooks: Defending My Life (2023)
TV-14 | 88 min | Documentary, Biography
A documentary about the comedian and filmmaker Albert Brooks which includes interviews from Sharon Stone, Larry David, James L Brooks, Conan O'Brien, Sarah Silverman and Jonah Hill.
Director: Rob Reiner | Stars: Albert Brooks, Judd Apatow, James L. Brooks, Larry David
Votes: 1,287
19. 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: 18,496
20. Taylor Tomlinson: Have It All (2024 TV Special)
TV-MA | 66 min | Documentary, Comedy
Tomlinson ponders achieving perfect work-love balance despite anxiety and insomnia, asking if one can really "have it all."
Director: Kristian Mercado | Star: Taylor Tomlinson
Votes: 1,662
21. 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: 6,473 | Gross: $7.71M
22. 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
23. Katt Williams: The Pimp Chronicles Pt. 1 (2006 TV Special)
TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary, Comedy
In-demand comedian Katt Williams offers up The Pimp Chronicles courtesy of HBO. Williams shares his thoughts on such topics as drugs, politics and pop culture in this special event.
Directors: Anthony Anderson, Gary Binkow, James Yukich | Stars: Katt Williams, Anthony Anderson, André 3000, Da Brat
Votes: 2,070
24. Kevin Hart: Reality Check (2023 TV Special)
TV-MA | 59 min | Comedy
Things are about to get real in this unforgettable night of comedy. Comedian Kevin Hart is as funny as ever as he processes his growing family, fame, mentions on Black Twitter, and more. ... See full summary »
Director: Leslie Small | Star: Kevin Hart
Votes: 1,107
25. Star Search (1983–2004)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
Contestants compete in a talent show featuring music and comedy categories.
Stars: Arsenio Hall, Naomi Judd, Ben Stein, Ed McMahon
Votes: 399
26. Comedy Lab (1998–2011)
25 min | Comedy
A selection of one-off new comedies, sitcom, stand-up or other, from different writers and production companies. Some have served as pilots, and have been commissioned for full stand-alone series.
Stars: Tom Meeten, Alice Lowe, Simon Greenall, Kevin Eldon
Votes: 156
27. Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel (2022 TV Special)
55 min | Comedy
Features Jerrod Carmichael in a standup comedy show at the legendary Blue Note Jazz Club in New York City.
Director: Bo Burnham | Star: Jerrod Carmichael
Votes: 2,672
28. Neal Brennan: Blocks (2022 TV Special)
TV-MA | 63 min | Documentary, Comedy
Follows Neal Brennan as he talks about the emotional and cultural issues that make him feel like something's wrong with him in a humorous way, from drugs and alcohol, liberalism, to his small chances of finding real love.
Director: Derek DelGaudio | Star: Neal Brennan
Votes: 2,041
29. 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: 4,736 | Gross: $0.60M
30. iMordecai (2022)
102 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
A Holocaust survivor, born and raised in a different time, must face the realities of modern world. When confronted with an unfamiliar object, an iPhone, will Mordecai be able to fit into a world that has changed so much around him?
Director: Marvin Samel | Stars: Judd Hirsch, Carol Kane, Sean Astin, Azia Dinea Hale
Votes: 180
31. The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour (1971–1974)
TV-G | 60 min | Comedy, Music
A variety show with comedy skits and musical numbers, performed by a regular cast and special guests.
Stars: Sonny Bono, Cher, Ted Zeigler, Freeman King
Votes: 812
32. Redd Foxx (1977–1978)
60 min | Comedy
Stars: Redd Foxx, Andy Kaufman, Anita Bryant, Melvin F. Allen
Votes: 23
33. Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2010 Video)
TV-MA | 3 min | Short, Biography, Comedy
A fictional biographical film that parodies other films based on musicians. Yankovic is played by Aaron Paul, while Yankovic himself plays a music producer.
Director: Eric Appel | Stars: Aaron Paul, Olivia Wilde, Mary Steenburgen, Gary Cole
Votes: 669
34. The Emily Atack Show (2020–2022)
Comedy
Emily stars in her own comedy show featuring stand-up comedy, skits and sketches and her impressions of celebrities. Each episode covers a different theme.
Stars: Emily Atack, Holli Dempsey, Amy Gledhill, Cam Spence
Votes: 377
35. 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: 2,063
36. Comedian (2002)
R | 82 min | Documentary, Comedy
A look at the work of two stand-up comics, Jerry Seinfeld and a lesser-known newcomer, detailing the effort and frustration behind putting together a successful act and career while living a life on the road.
Director: Christian Charles | Stars: Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Garry Shandling, Greg Giraldo
Votes: 7,290 | Gross: $2.74M
37. The Swinging Barmaids (1975)
R | 88 min | Crime, Drama
A deranged serial killer infiltrates a popular club and slowly starts killing cocktail waitresses.
Director: Gus Trikonis | Stars: Bruce Watson, Laura Hippe, Katie Saylor, Renie Radich
Votes: 314
38. Ricky Gervais: SuperNature (2022 TV Special)
TV-MA | 64 min | Comedy
Follows Ricky Gervais as he gives his take on the rules of comedy, spoiling his cat and debunks the supernatural, concluding that actual nature is super enough.
Director: John L. Spencer | Star: Ricky Gervais
Votes: 23,512
39. Showtime at the Apollo (1987– )
TV-14 | Comedy, Music
Stars: Steve Harvey, Kiki Shepard, Sinbad, Mo'Nique
Votes: 191
40. The Jackie Gleason Show (1952–1973)
TV-G | 60 min | Comedy
Live variety show with Jackie Gleason.
Stars: Jack Lescoulie, The June Taylor Dancers, Ray Bloch, Jackie Gleason
Votes: 523
41. Katt Williams: New Comedy Special (2024)
Documentary, Comedy | Completed
A live-streamed stand-up comedy special from Katt Williams.
Star: Katt Williams
42. 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
43. Steve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life (2018 TV Special)
TV-14 | 74 min | Comedy
Comedians and writers Steve Martin and Martin Short perform a live comedy set with music by The Steep Canyon Rangers and jazz pianist, Jeff Babko, at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina.
Director: Marcus Raboy | Stars: Steve Martin, Martin Short, The Steep Canyon Rangers, Mike Ashworth
Votes: 3,210
44. Neal Brennan: 3 Mics (2017 TV Special)
TV-MA | 65 min | Comedy
Neal Brennan is taking multitasking to a whole new level in this stand up special, which features the comedian switching between three different microphones symbolizing three different styles of comedy.
Director: Neal Brennan | Star: Neal Brennan
Votes: 3,948
45. Ali Wong: Baby Cobra (2016 TV Special)
TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy
Ali Wong's stand up special delves into her sexual adventures, hoarding, the rocky road to pregnancy, and why feminism is terrible.
Director: Jaime Eliezer Karas | Star: Ali Wong
Votes: 7,876
46. Freddy (2023)
109 min | Biography, Drama
The life of Dominican comedian, writer, TV producer and philanthropist Freddy Beras-Goico.
Director: Giancarlo Beras-Goico | Stars: Héctor Aníbal, Juan Luis Guerra, Ruairi Rhodes, Jandy Ventura
Votes: 41
47. Ricky Gervais: Humanity (2018 TV Special)
TV-MA | 79 min | Comedy
Live performance of British comedian Ricky Gervais filmed in London's Eventim Apollo.
Director: John L. Spencer | Star: Ricky Gervais
Votes: 23,793
48. Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling (1986)
R | 97 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama
After severely burning himself in a drug incident, a comedian has a near death experience in which he reviews his life.
Director: Richard Pryor | Stars: Richard Pryor, Debbie Allen, Art Evans, Fay Hauser
Votes: 1,997 | Gross: $18.03M
49. UCB Comedy Originals (2007– )
Short, Comedy
UCB Comedy is the home for Sketch and Short Films from the Upright Citizens Brigade.
Stars: Dan Hodapp, Avery Monsen, Matt Besser, Jonathan Marballi
Votes: 92
50. Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth (2013 TV Special)
TV-MA | 90 min | Comedy
Mike Tyson's one-man show is a fascinating journey into his storied life and career.
Director: Philip Marcus | Star: Mike Tyson
Votes: 3,214