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

1. 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: 253

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: 465

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: 54,323

4. 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: 257

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: 595

6. 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: 732

7. 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: 356

8. 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: 2,656

9. 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: 47,246

10. 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: 5,615

11. 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: 933

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: 17,058 | Gross: $6.38M

13. 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: 4,732 | Gross: $0.60M

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: 1,675

15. 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: 2,067

16. 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: 376

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: 20,718 | Gross: $50.50M

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: 1,265

19. 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: 5,313

20. 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: 18,481

21. Jimmy Carr: Natural Born Killer (2024)

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: 403

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: 1,573

23. 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: 6,189

24. 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: 1,983

25. 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

26. 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: 3,198

27. 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

28. Fern Brady: Autistic Bikini Queen (2024)

57 min | Comedy | Completed

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

29. 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: 398

30. The Arsenio Hall Show (1989–1994)

60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

Arsenio Hall hosts this hip, late-night talk show.

Stars: Arsenio Hall, Burton Richardson, Michael Wolff, Sinbad

Votes: 992

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: 811

32. Important Things with Demetri Martin (2009–2010)

Comedy

Comedian Demetri Martin's television show, which alternates between stand-up comedy and taped skits.

Stars: Demetri Martin, H. Jon Benjamin, Barry Carl, George Katt

Votes: 3,676

33. 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: 211

34. 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: 2,051

35. 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, Cuquín Victoria

Votes: 41

36. 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: 155

37. 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: 177

38. 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: 338

39. 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

40. 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: 23,457

41. 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: 1,204

42. BET's Comicview (1992– )

TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy

Comic View is an American stand-up comedy series that showcases the talents of up-and-coming comedians. The series debut in 1992 on the Black Entertainment Television network, and has been ... See full summary »

Stars: Kevin Hart, Sheryl Underwood, Bruce Bruce, Rickey Smiley

Votes: 141

43. 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: 1,994 | Gross: $18.03M

44. 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: 3,211

45. 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: 23,748

46. 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: 6,467 | Gross: $7.71M

47. New Faces (1973–1988)

52 min | Comedy, Game-Show

A long-running talent show that introduced viewers to acts including Showaddywaddy, Lenny Henry and Marti Caine. Caine would eventually return as host of a revival series in the 1980s.

Stars: Derek Hobson, Mickie Most, Tony Hatch, Marti Caine

Votes: 30

48. The Clairvoyant (1982)

R | 97 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Two uneasy friends, a police officer and a TV talk show host, each pursue the mysterious "handcuff killer" with the aid of an artist who sees - and draws - the killer's crimes before they're committed.

Director: Armand Mastroianni | Stars: Perry King, Norman Parker, Elizabeth Kemp, Kenneth McMillan

Votes: 707

49. 8 (2017 TV Special)

TV-MA | 59 min | Comedy

This one-hour show features Carmichael's sharp, subversive take on a range of topics such as Trump's victory, climate change, supporting the troops, animal rights, being a good boyfriend, and more.

Director: Bo Burnham | Star: Jerrod Carmichael

Votes: 1,181

50. 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