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1. Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1998–2007)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Game-Show
Improvisational comedy competition show in which four members of the regular cast as comedians and often with guest appearances with other comedians and celebrities and members of the audience perform various comic games and sketches.
Stars: Drew Carey, Colin Mochrie, Ryan Stiles, Laura Hall
Votes: 46,411
2. 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: 71,829
3. Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1988–1999)
TV-PG | 36 min | Comedy, Game-Show
Host Clive Anderson arbitrarily awards points as four players act their way through a series of improvisational games based on suggestions from either Clive or the studio audience.
Stars: Clive Anderson, Ryan Stiles, Colin Mochrie, Richard Vranch
Votes: 5,927
4. Kroll Show (2013–2015)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy
Show highlights Nick Kroll's incredible ability to transform himself into hilarious characters that pop off the screen while bringing many of his popular short-form favorites along for the ride.
Stars: Nick Kroll, Jon Daly, Jenny Slate, John Mulaney
Votes: 5,284
5. 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: 47,276
6. 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
7. 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: 20,746 | Gross: $50.50M
8. 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: 18,498
9. 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: 7,291 | Gross: $2.74M
10. This Hour Has 22 Minutes (1993– )
TV-14 | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
This skit-filled Canadian comedy show pokes fun at the Canadian government and other national happenings.
Stars: Mark Critch, Cathy Jones, Shaun Majumder, Gavin Crawford
Votes: 987
11. Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl (1982)
R | 77 min | Documentary, Comedy, Musical
The Monty Python troupe perform a combination of classic sketches and new material at the Hollywood Bowl.
Directors: Terry Hughes, Ian MacNaughton | Stars: John Cleese, Michael Palin, Eric Idle, Graham Chapman
Votes: 15,773 | Gross: $0.33M
12. Saturday Night (2010)
Not Rated | 90 min | Documentary
With unprecedented access to the behind the scenes process of the writers, actors and producers, Franco and his crew document what it takes to create one full episode of Saturday Night Live.
Director: James Franco | Stars: Doug Abeles, James Anderson, Fred Armisen, Ken Aymong
Votes: 520
13. 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
14. Last Comic Standing (2003–2015)
60 min | Comedy, Game-Show, Reality-TV
The comics from season one face off against the comics from season two.
Stars: Jay Mohr, Joe Rogan, Bill Bellamy, Roseanne Barr
Votes: 1,566
15. Louis C.K.: Hilarious (2010 TV Special)
Not Rated | 82 min | Comedy
In this unique and dynamic live concert experience, Louis C.K.'s exploration of life after 40 destroys politically correct images of modern life with thoughts we have all had...but would rarely admit to.
Director: Louis C.K. | Star: Louis C.K.
Votes: 12,832
16. Teatro en CHV (2003–2014)
Comedy
The program followed the line of a theater, where a different comedy work is broadcast each week, performed by a stable cast and guest actors. There was also an audience present, which interacted with the actors.
Stars: Patricio Torres, Ana María Gazmuri, Fernando Kliche, Rolando Valenzuela
Votes: 31
17. Lopez Tonight (2009–2011)
60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Host George Lopez discusses current news and interviews celebrities and other personalities
Stars: George Lopez, Alex Al, Kyle Benham, Kara R. Stribling
Votes: 994
18. 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: 4,203 | Gross: $2.83M
19. 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: 3,692
20. Amy Schumer: The Leather Special (2017 TV Special)
TV-MA | 57 min | Comedy
Three minutes into her set, Amy Schumer claims that all good comedians have a "leather special," where they wear all leather and regret it later in their careers--this is hers. Amy muses on... See full summary »
Director: Amy Schumer | Stars: Amy Schumer, Kim Caramele
Votes: 10,586
21. Mind of Mencia (2005–2008)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy
Carlos Mencia is speaking his mind and taking no prisoners. Enter the Mind of Mencia and get ready for a merciless mix of up close stand-up, unconventional street interviews, and shocking commercial parodies.
Stars: Carlos Mencia, Joseph Mencia, Brad Williams, Norma Michaels
Votes: 6,488
22. John Leguizamo: Freak (1998 TV Special)
Not Rated | 89 min | Biography, Comedy
John Leguizamo's semi-falsified, one-man stand-up performance as...himself. This is his autobiographical story, about his life growing up, and his journey to try to be accepted by his ... See full summary »
Director: Spike Lee | Star: John Leguizamo
Votes: 1,213
23. Ricky Gervais: Out of England - The Stand-Up Special (2008 TV Special)
TV-MA | 72 min | Comedy
Award-winning actor/comedian Ricky Gervais' first-ever HBO stand-up special features his unique takes on such disparate issues as fund-raising, autism, fame, nursery rhymes, Nazis, moronic friends, obesity and more.
Director: John Moffitt | Star: Ricky Gervais
Votes: 3,077
24. Lemmings (1973 Video)
Unrated | 55 min | Comedy, Music
This music-stage performance-mockumentary showcases a mock-rock festival, Woodshuck: three days of peace, love and death. Many Woodstock performers and others are spoofed.
Directors: Tony Hendra, Michael Keady, Sean Kelly | Stars: John Belushi, Chevy Chase, Rhonda Coullet, Christopher Guest
Votes: 209
25. 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
26. Royal Canadian Air Farce (1993– )
22 min | Comedy
A comedy sketch show focusing on Canadian events and affairs.
Stars: Don Ferguson, Luba Goy, Roger Abbott, Craig Lauzon
Votes: 737
27. Robin Williams: Weapons of Self Destruction (2009 TV Special)
Not Rated | 90 min | Documentary, Comedy
The master comedian performs in Washington DC and gives his wry observations about life, politics and his health.
Director: Marty Callner | Star: Robin Williams
Votes: 3,511
28. Ricky Gervais: Out of England 2 - The Stand-Up Special (2010 TV Special)
TV-MA | 74 min | Comedy
Stand-up comedian Ricky Gervais in his second HBO special.
Director: John Moffitt | Star: Ricky Gervais
Votes: 2,529
29. The UCB Show (2016–2017)
TV-PG | Comedy
A weekly variety showcase for the best sketch, characters and stand-up homegrown at the UCB Theatres in LA and NYC. Hosted by Upright Citizens Brigade co-founders Matt Besser, Amy Poehler, ... See full summary »
Stars: Ian Roberts, Matt Besser, Amy Poehler, Matt Walsh
Votes: 93
30. Louis C.K.: Shameless (2007 TV Special)
TV-MA | 56 min | Comedy
In his first one-hour special, comedy and television star Louis C.K. returns to HBO for an hour of no-holds-barred, adults-only stand-up comedy taped before a live audience at the Henry Fonda Theater in Los Angeles.
Director: Steven J. Santos | Star: Louis C.K.
Votes: 9,059
31. The Keenen Ivory Wayans Show (1997–1998)
60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
As a poster describes the show, "Late night talk the Wayans way," Keenen lives up to the tag-line in one of the newer late-night talk-show hosts.
Stars: Keenen Ivory Wayans, Angelique Perrin, Shauney Recke, Linda Martinez
Votes: 73
32. Sebastian Maniscalco: Aren't You Embarrassed? (2014 TV Special)
TV-MA | 63 min | Documentary, Comedy
Sebastian Maniscalco returns home to Chicago to perform in front of a live sold-out audience in this all-new comedy event. With his inimitable delivery, he burns modern-day society through ... See full summary »
Director: John Asher | Star: Sebastian Maniscalco
Votes: 1,337
33. Ricky Gervais Live: Animals (2003 TV Special)
Not Rated | 73 min | Comedy
Ricky Gervais entertains a live audience in his first stand-up routine.
Director: Dominic Brigstocke | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Stirling Gallacher
Votes: 5,178
34. Louis C.K.: Chewed Up (2008 TV Special)
TV-MA | 61 min | Documentary, Comedy
Louis C.K.'s second one-hour special filmed at the Berklee Performance Center in Boston, MA.
Directors: Louis C.K., Shannon Hartman | Star: Louis C.K.
Votes: 11,089
35. Beyond the Fringe (1964 TV Special)
Not Rated | 66 min | Documentary, Comedy
A TV version of the stage show originally performed at the Edinburgh Fringe (August 1962) and subsequently in London (Fortune Theatre) and Broadway.
Director: Duncan Wood | Stars: Alan Bennett, Peter Cook, Jonathan Miller, Dudley Moore
Votes: 176
36. Donald Glover: Weirdo (2012 TV Special)
Not Rated | 65 min | Comedy
With his unique brand of youthful storytelling Donald Glover brings down the house in his hysterical stand-up special, Weirdo.
Director: Shannon Hartman | Star: Donald Glover
Votes: 3,800
37. Comedy's Dirtiest Dozen (1988)
TV-MA | 97 min | Documentary, Comedy
Raw stand-up routines performed by Chris Rock, Tim Allen, Jackie Martling and nine others are shown in this documentary that launched their careers.
Director: Leonard Wong | Stars: Tim Allen, John Fox, Joey Gaynor, Bill Hicks
Votes: 230
38. The Chris Gethard Show (2015– )
TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy, Game-Show
Chris Gethard hosts a panel of comedians and weirdos who participate in games, take calls from listeners, and generally put on a bizarre live weekly spectacle.
Stars: Chris Gethard, David Bluvband, Hallie Bulleit, Bethany Hall
Votes: 399
39. Cem Yilmaz: Diamond Elite Platinum Plus (2021 TV Special)
TV-MA | 94 min | Comedy
Famous comedian Cem Yilmaz tells stories about social media, Turkish holidays abroad and his own childhood in this satirical and candid stand-up show
Director: Cem Yilmaz | Star: Cem Yilmaz
Votes: 9,556
40. Martin Lawrence: You So Crazy (1994)
Unrated | 84 min | Documentary, Comedy
Stand up comedy by Martin Lawrence, filmed in the Majestic Theater in New York City. Martin Lawrence talks about everything from racism, to relationships, to his childhood.
Director: Thomas Schlamme | Star: Martin Lawrence
Votes: 1,051 | Gross: $10.18M
41. 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
42. Ready? OK! (I) (2008)
Not Rated | 91 min | Comedy
In this poignant comedy, a single mom struggles to understand her young son's obsession with dresses, dolls, and girls' cheerleading. With her father's recent death and her wayward ... See full summary »
Director: James Vasquez | Stars: Caroline Hyatt, Brittny Perrotta, Alison Grace Norwood, Keilani Joy Spahn
Votes: 416
43. The Big Gay Sketch Show (2006–2010)
Comedy
A sketch-comedy series featuring a cast of up-and-coming comics performing live skits, musical numbers and political satire.
Stars: Nicol Paone, Kate McKinnon, Julie Goldman, Stephen Guarino
Votes: 463
44. Bir Tat Bir Doku (1999 Video)
235 min | Documentary, Comedy
A stand-up show from famous Turkish comedian Cem Yilmaz.
Directors: Ömer Faruk Sorak, Cem Yilmaz | Star: Cem Yilmaz
Votes: 7,942
45. Roy Chubby Brown: Too Fat to Be Gay (2009 Video)
63 min | Comedy
Directors: Andy Reed, Colin Rozée | Star: Roy 'Chubby' Brown
Votes: 31
46. The Queens of Comedy (2001 Video)
R | 79 min | Documentary, Comedy
Four African American women, profane and brassy, bring stand-up comedy to the Orpheum Theater in Memphis, Tennessee. Miss Laura Hayes opens the show and serves as emcee. She tells family ... See full summary »
Director: Steve Purcell | Stars: Adele Givens, Laura Hayes, Mo'Nique, Sommore
Votes: 553
47. Ricky Gervais: Live IV - Science (2010 TV Special)
Not Rated | 86 min | Comedy
The fourth part in Ricky's themed live stand-up shows.
Director: Ricky Gervais | Star: Ricky Gervais
Votes: 2,538
48. Amy Schumer: Mostly Sex Stuff (2012 TV Special)
TV-MA | 61 min | Comedy
Nothing is off limits for Amy Schumer in her first original one-hour stand-up special. Schumer airs every hilarious, messed-up detail of her dating and sex life, from encounters with ... See full summary »
Director: Ryan Polito | Star: Amy Schumer
Votes: 3,387
49. Richard Pryor... Here and Now (1983 TV Special)
R | 83 min | Documentary, Comedy
Part live stand-up performance, part documentary, this film is one of comedian Richard Pryor's later stand-up performances. As foul-mouthed as ever, Pryor touches on most of the same topics as in his previous live shows.
Director: Richard Pryor | Stars: Richard Pryor, Paul Mooney
Votes: 2,446 | Gross: $16.16M
50. Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special (2008 TV Special)
Not Rated | 85 min | Comedy
The multi-platinum selling comedian performs his first holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends.
Director: Michael Simon | Stars: Jeff Dunham, Brian Haner
Votes: 3,193