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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: 1,318
2. 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: 665
3. 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: 335
4. 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: 54,420
5. 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: 664
6. 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: 319
7. 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: 6,025
8. 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: 47,251
9. 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
10. 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: 428
11. 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: 2,019
12. 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: 394
13. 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: 20,739 | Gross: $50.50M
14. 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: 1,682
15. 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: 14,413
16. 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: 681
17. 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: 7,439
18. 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: 3,475
19. 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: 536
20. 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: 2,663
21. 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: 2,967
22. 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: 5,621
23. The Gringo Papi (2022 TV Special)
TV-MA | 25 min | Comedy
The Gringo Papi: A stand-up comedy special written and performed by Brendan Schaub produced by Thiccc Boy Studios.
Directors: Casey Geraghty, Michael Nell | Star: Brendan Schaub
Votes: 5,316
24. 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: 3,936
25. 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
26. 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: 6,216
27. 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: 204
28. 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: 1,630
29. Ramy Youssef: Feelings (2019 TV Special)
TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy
A young Egyptian-American stand up comedian tackles universal predicaments such as sex with the latest pop culture references and from the specific vantage point of a Muslim millenial.
Director: Christopher Storer | Star: Ramy Youssef
Votes: 944
30. 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
31. 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: 1,102
32. 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
33. Michael Che: Shame the Devil (2021 TV Special)
TV-MA | 58 min | Comedy
Michael Che returns to the stage in Oakland and tackles American patriotism, Black leadership, jealous exes, loose bears, mental health and more.
Director: Kristian Mercado | Star: Michael Che
Votes: 1,300
34. Brian Simpson: Live from the Mothership (2024)
70 min | Documentary, Comedy
From embracing his inner hater to the rigid rules of masculinity, the comic Brian Simpson goes full throttle during his stand-up routine live from The Comedy Mothership, in Austin, Texas.
Director: Baron Vaughn | Star: Brian Simpson
Votes: 226
35. 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: 119
36. Hannah Gadsby: Nanette (2018 TV Special)
TV-MA | 69 min | Documentary, Comedy
Australian comic Hannah Gadsby reshapes standard stand-up by pairing punchlines with personal revelations on gender, sexuality and childhood turmoil.
Directors: Jon Olb, Madeleine Parry | Star: Hannah Gadsby
Votes: 13,552
37. 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: 1,382
38. 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
39. 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: 3,205
40. Jenny Slate: Seasoned Professional (2024 TV Special)
63 min | Documentary, Comedy
Slate demonstrates that being brave for love is worth it - whether it involves navigating an unexpected pregnancy, pursuing a therapist, or trusting a partner with your vulnerabilities.
Director: Gillian Robespierre | Star: Jenny Slate
Votes: 349
41. 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
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. 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: 7,874
44. 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
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: 11,703
46. 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: 824
47. Bo Burnham: Make Happy (2016 TV Special)
TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy, Music
Bo Burnham tackles life, death, sexuality, hypocrisy, mental illness and Pringles cans in his dazzling new stand-up special.
Directors: Bo Burnham, Christopher Storer | Star: Bo Burnham
Votes: 16,456
48. 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: 1,281
49. Jimmy Carr: Funny Business (2016 TV Special)
TV-MA | 62 min | Comedy
A man, with an incredibly stupid laugh, tells jokes to an audience.
Director: Sam Wrench | Star: Jimmy Carr
Votes: 4,822
50. Bill Burr: Live at Red Rocks (2022 TV Special)
TV-MA | 82 min | Documentary, Comedy
Comedian Bill Burr sounds off on cancel culture, feminism, getting bad reviews from his wife and a life-changing epiphany during a fiery stand-up set.
Director: Mike Binder | Star: Bill Burr
Votes: 7,174