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

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: 1,416

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: 266

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: 54,447

4. Alex Edelman: Just for Us (2024)

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: 351

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: 697

6. Dave Attell: Hot Cross Buns (2024)

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: 677

7. 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: 5,624

8. Ricky Gervais: Armageddon (2023 TV Special)

TV-MA | 63 min | Documentary, Comedy

A stand-up show that touches on topics such as artificial intelligence, political correctness, family weddings, funerals, and the end of humanity.

Director: John L. Spencer | Star: Ricky Gervais

Votes: 14,430

9. Kevin James: Irregardless (2024)

62 min | Documentary, Comedy

Kevin James stand-up comedy special with topics including parenting, marriage, and getting older.

Director: Kevin James | Star: Kevin James

Votes: 687

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: 47,260

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: 1,685

12. Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer (2023 TV Special)

TV-MA | 56 min | Comedy

From his onstage tackle to the slap heard round the world, the comic lets loose in this freewheeling and unfiltered comedy special.

Director: Stan Lathan | Star: Dave Chappelle

Votes: 7,449

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: 6,224

14. Shane Gillis: Beautiful Dogs (2023 TV Special)

TV-MA | 52 min | Comedy

Follow up to Shane Gillis: Live in Austin special.

Director: John McKeever | Star: Shane Gillis

Votes: 3,481

15. 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: 401

16. Matt Rife: Natural Selection (2023 TV Special)

TV-MA | 64 min | Comedy

Matt embarked on a sold-out world tour. Now in his first Netflix comedy special, Matt leaves no topic untouched - from crystals to social media trolls - and no audience member spared.

Director: Erik Griffin | Star: Matt Rife

Votes: 2,971

17. 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: 20,741 | Gross: $50.50M

18. 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: 6,034

19. 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: 341

20. Ramy Youssef: More Feelings (2024 TV Special)

TV-MA | 55 min | Comedy

Ramy Youssef returns to the stage to offer his unique reflections on our divided world, the unexpected perils of charitable giving, and more.

Director: Christopher Storer | Stars: Steve Way, Ramy Youssef

Votes: 439

21. 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: 18,493

22. 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: 1,646

23. 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: 6,472 | Gross: $7.71M

24. 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

25. 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: 2,069

26. 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: 1,105

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: 2,668

28. Gender Agenda (2024)

75 min | Comedy

This will give the stage to Jes Tom, Alok, Asha Ward, Chloe Petts, DeAnne Smith, Krishna Istha and Mx. Dahlia Belle.

Director: Julian Smith | Stars: Hannah Gadsby, Alok, Krishna Istha, Chloe Petts

Votes: 544

29. 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: 2,031

30. 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: 4,735 | Gross: $0.60M

31. 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: 2,058

32. 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: 23,504

33. Jeff Dunham - I'm with Cupid (2024 TV Special)

60 min | Comedy

Ventriloquist and stand-up comedian Jeff Dunham performs an all-Valentine's Day-themed special. ~DISH Network episode description

Director: Manny Rodriguez | Star: Jeff Dunham

Votes: 121

34. Katt Williams: New Comedy Special (2024 TV Special)

Comedy

A live-streamed stand-up comedy special from Katt Williams.

Star: Katt Williams

35. 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

36. 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: 3,208

37. Rory Scovel: Religion, Sex and a Few Things in Between (2024 TV Special)

Comedy

Comedian Scovel performs standup at Minneapolis' Goodale Theater, touching on religion, sex, mushrooms, vaccines, parenting, and other topics.

Director: Jeff Tomsic | Star: Rory Scovel

Votes: 252

38. 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: 3,943

39. 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: 7,875

40. Louis C.K. at the Dolby (2023 TV Special)

60 min | Comedy

Louis C.K.'s 10th stand-up special filmed in Hollywood at the Dolby Theatre.

Director: Louis C.K. | Star: Louis C.K.

Votes: 1,383

41. 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: 23,789

42. 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

43. Jack Whitehall: Settle Down (2024 TV Special)

TV-MA | 62 min | Documentary, Comedy

Jack Whitehall takes the stage at London's O2 Arena to riff on dogs, drinking, dining alone, and finally deciding to settle down and become a father.

Director: Chris Howe | Star: Jack Whitehall

Votes: 706

44. Shane Gillis: Live in Austin (2021 TV Special)

48 min | Comedy

A live comedy special.

Director: John McKeever | Stars: Shane Gillis, Kilah Fox, Matt McCusker, Tommy Pope

Votes: 1,283

45. Chris Rock: Selective Outrage (2023)

TV-MA | 69 min | Documentary, Comedy

Comedian Chris Rock performs a live stand-up special in Baltimore, Maryland.

Director: Joel Gallen | Star: Chris Rock

Votes: 11,705

46. 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

47. 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: 6,294

48. Leanne Morgan: I'm Every Woman (2023)

74 min | Documentary, Comedy

Morgan showcases her life via intimate tales about her upbringing in a small town in Tennessee, her almost 20 years of marriage, the challenges of parenting her three children, and her first experience as a grandmother.

Director: Manny Rodriguez | Star: Leanne Morgan

Votes: 568

49. Bumping Mics with Jeff Ross & Dave Attell (2018– )

TV-MA | 36 min | Comedy

Combining the comedic forces of Jeff Ross and Dave Attell, and filmed at New York's Comedy Cellar, the series features zingers, audience roasts, celebrity cameos, and mic bumps.

Stars: Jeffrey Ross, Dave Attell, Paul Rudd, Bruce Willis

Votes: 1,337

50. Steve-O's Bucket List (2023 TV Special)

66 min

Steve-O new unrated special, filmed in front of a sold-out crowd, sees him in top form as he brings his comedy tour straight into your living room with his hilarious stand-up and stunts.

Directors: Eric Abrams, Steve-O | Stars: Steve-O, Bill Burr, Preston Lacy, Dave England

Votes: 204