Comedy Specials

Why Comedy Is a Catalyst For Healing in the Black Community

Jul 25, 2024

Why Comedy Is a Catalyst For Healing in the Black Community

For as long as I can remember, I've made my life into a joke.

Mo'Nique Says "This Gonna Be Something Special" in Trailer for Her Netflix Stand-Up

Mar 23, 2023

Mo'Nique Says "This Gonna Be Something Special" in Trailer for Her Netflix Stand-Up

Mo'Nique is returning with a brand new stand-up special, and we just got our best look yet at what to expect.

Chris Rock Finally Addresses the Oscars Slap: "I'm Not a Victim, Baby"

Mar 5, 2023

Chris Rock Finally Addresses the Oscars Slap: "I'm Not a Victim, Baby"

Nearly a year after the infamous slap heard around the world at the 2022 Oscars, Chris Rock finally addressed his dispute with Will Smith during his highly anticipated Netflix comedy special.

Amy Poehler and Tina Fey Are Finally Going on a Comedy Tour Together

Feb 13, 2023

Amy Poehler and Tina Fey Are Finally Going on a Comedy Tour Together

Amy Poehler and Tina Fey just get each other.

Ian Lara's "Romantic Comedy" Proves Comedians Can Be Off-the-Cuff and Still Keep Up With the Times

Dec 21, 2022

Ian Lara's "Romantic Comedy" Proves Comedians Can Be Off-the-Cuff and Still Keep Up With the Times

We've all probably heard the saying "growth and comfort can't ride the same horse."

Chris Rock Set to Perform in Netflix's First-Ever Live Comedy Special

Nov 11, 2022

Chris Rock Set to Perform in Netflix's First-Ever Live Comedy Special

Chris Rock is set to make history next year as the first comedian to perform live on Netflix.

Phat Tuesdays: Look Back at the Black Comedy Renaissance of the '90s

Jan 21, 2022

Phat Tuesdays: Look Back at the Black Comedy Renaissance of the '90s

Amazon Prime's newest docuseries takes a look back at the Black comedy renaissance of the '90s through the eyes of iconic comedians who got their start at the legendary Comedy Store on the Sunset Strip.

If You're in Need of a Laugh, These Are the 30 Best Comedy Specials on Netflix Right Now

Nov 30, 2021

If You're in Need of a Laugh, These Are the 30 Best Comedy Specials on Netflix Right Now

Most streaming platforms have a collection of comedy specials, but Netflix's stand-up selection is straight up prolific.

Get Ready to Laugh, Because the Jonas Brothers Are Getting Roasted in Their Own Comedy Special

Nov 18, 2021

Get Ready to Laugh, Because the Jonas Brothers Are Getting Roasted in Their Own Comedy Special

Oh, how we've missed seeing the Jonas Brothers on our TV screens.

Aida Rodriguez's HBO Max Fighting Words Special Aims to Humanize Latinx Stories in Comedy

Nov 4, 2021

Aida Rodriguez's HBO Max Fighting Words Special Aims to Humanize Latinx Stories in Comedy

"Latinos like to flex on other Latinos.

The Songs From Bo Burnham: Inside Are Making a Literal Difference (Metaphorically)

Jun 14, 2021

The Songs From Bo Burnham: Inside Are Making a Literal Difference (Metaphorically)

It didn't take long after the May 30 premiere of Netflix's Bo Burnham: Inside for it to completely consume my life.

15 of the Best Netflix Specials From International Comedians

Oct 4, 2020

15 of the Best Netflix Specials From International Comedians

Over the past few years, there's been a massive explosion of stand-up specials available on Netflix from comedians all over the world.