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1. SmartLess (2020 Podcast Series)
Talk-Show
SmartLess is a comedy interview podcast hosted by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett.
Stars: Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett, Jennifer Aniston
Votes: 401
2. Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend (2018 Podcast Series)
Comedy, Talk-Show
A weekly opportunity for Conan O'Brien to hang out with the people he enjoys most.
Stars: Conan O'Brien, Matt Gourley, Sona Movsesian, Dana Carvey
Votes: 231
3.
The Larry Sanders Show (1992–1998)
Episode:
Flip
(1998)
TV-MA | 55 min | Comedy
Larry, Hank, Arthur and the staff prepare for, and put on, Larry's last show.
Director: Todd Holland | Stars: Garry Shandling, Jeffrey Tambor, Wallace Langham, Penny Johnson Jerald
Votes: 304
4.
Iconoclasts (2005–2012)
Episode:
Sean Penn and Jon Krakauer
(2007)
TV-14 | 46 min | Documentary
Sean Penn and author Jon Krakauer discuss their passions. Penn's film "Into the Wild," is based on Krakauer's true story set in the Alaskan wilderness.
Director: Joe Berlinger | Stars: Jon Krakauer, Sean Penn
Votes: 22
5. Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard (2018 Podcast Series)
Talk-Show
Dax Shepard explores what it means to be human through in-depth, vulnerable, and comical discussions with friends, colleagues, and experts in various fields, celebrating life's challenges in the pursuit of growth and betterment.
Stars: Dax Shepard, Monica Padman, David Farrier, Kristen Bell
Votes: 198
6. Friends (1994–2004)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
Follows the personal and professional lives of six twenty to thirty year-old friends living in the Manhattan borough of New York City.
Stars: Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc
Votes: 1,087,316
7. Holbrook/Twain: An American Odyssey (2014)
93 min | Documentary, Biography
HOLBROOK/TWAIN: AN AMERICAN ODYSSEY chronicles the triumphant and tumultuous history of the longest-running one-man show in the history of theatre, Hal Holbrook's Tony and Emmy Award-winning masterpiece, "Mark Twain Tonight!"
Director: Scott Teems | Stars: David Bradley, Mary Dixie Carter, Joyce Cohen, Richard Costabile
Votes: 48
8. Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000–2024)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy
Larry David stars as an over-the-top version of himself in this comedy series that shows how seemingly trivial details of day-to-day life can precipitate a catastrophic chain of events.
Stars: Larry David, Cheryl Hines, Jeff Garlin, Susie Essman
Votes: 146,904
9. Inside the Actors Studio (1994– )
TV-PG | 65 min | Talk-Show
Famous actors, directors and writers reminisce about their careers and the philosophy behind their craft.
Stars: James Lipton, Ellen Burstyn, Elena Kobylina, Bradley Cooper
Votes: 5,464
10. The Night That Changed America: A Grammy Salute to the Beatles (2014 TV Special)
150 min | Biography, Music
A tribute to the Beatles, airing at the exact time as their first appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show" 50 years earlier.
Director: Gregg Gelfand | Stars: Maroon 5, Katy Perry, Stevie Wonder, Imagine Dragons
Votes: 206
11. Peter Gabriel: Play (2004 Video)
141 min | Music
The music videos of the influential and award-winning pop star Peter Gabriel.
Directors: Nichola Bruce, Marcelo Anciano, Jerry Chater, Michael Coulson, Lol Creme, Graham Dean, John Downer, Anna Gabriel, Peter Gabriel, Kevin Godley, Brian Grant, Stephen R. Johnson, Isaac Julien, Brett Leonard, Matt Mahurin, David Mallet, Peter Medak, Sean Penn, Stefan Roloff, York Tillyer, François Vogel | Stars: Peter Gabriel, Kevan Allen, Kate Bush, Christopher McDonald
Votes: 259
12.
Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000–2024)
Episode:
The Spite Store
(2020)
TV-MA | 40 min | Comedy
Larry runs into an unwelcome familiar face, seeks a second opinion on his knee injury and causes a rift between expectant parents.
Director: Jeff Schaffer | Stars: Larry David, Jeff Garlin, Cheryl Hines, Susie Essman
Votes: 1,555
13. The Larry Sanders Show (1992–1998)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy
A comedic behind the scenes look at a late night talk show.
Stars: Garry Shandling, Jeffrey Tambor, Wallace Langham, Rip Torn
Votes: 9,376
14. The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992)
TV-14 | 105 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Host Johnny Carson performs comedy routines and chats with various celebrities.
Stars: Johnny Carson, Ed McMahon, Doc Severinsen, Skitch Henderson
Votes: 4,241
15. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations (2005–2012)
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Adventure, Reality-TV
Anthony Bourdain, chef, writer, traveler, visits places all around the world sampling various foods.
Stars: Anthony Bourdain, Tom Vitale, Zamir Gotta, Todd Liebler
Votes: 7,879
16. When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts (2006–2007)
TV-MA | 51 min | Documentary
An examination of the U.S. government's response to Hurricane Katrina.
Stars: Darleen Asevedo, Jay Asevedo, Shelton Shakespear Alexander, Lee Arnold
Votes: 4,822
17. Into the Wild: The Story, the Characters (2008 Video)
21 min | Short
Director: Laurent Bouzereau | Stars: Marcia Gay Harden, Emile Hirsch, Hal Holbrook, William Hurt
Votes: 69
18. The Graham Norton Show (2007– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Irish comedian Graham Norton hosts his very own chat show, which includes chatting to A-list celebrities, the very famous Red Chair game, live music, lots of jokes and fun from Graham and the celebrities themselves.
Stars: Graham Norton, Ricky Gervais, Judi Dench, Jack Whitehall
Votes: 13,181
19. Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis (2008– )
TV-14 | 4 min | Short, Comedy, Talk-Show
Zach Galifinakas comically interviews various celebrites between two ferns.
Stars: Zach Galifianakis, Jon Hamm, Bradley Cooper, Misty Monroe
Votes: 9,590
20. The Colbert Report (2005–2014)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
Satirical newscaster Stephen Colbert provides humorous commentary on the big issues going on in the United States and the rest of the world, with his larger-than-life ego and overly-patriotic spirit along with him every step of the way.
Stars: Stephen Colbert, Jay Katsir, Jon Stewart, Paul Dinello
Votes: 39,167
21.
Friends (1994–2004)
Episode:
The One with the Halloween Party
(2001)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
Monica and Chandler decide to throw a Halloween party; Phoebe runs into Ursula and her fiancée, who knows nothing about the "real" Ursula.
Director: Gary Halvorson | Stars: Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc
Votes: 4,816
22.
Biography (1987– )
Episode:
Sean Penn
(2005)
TV-14 | Documentary, Biography, History
Director: Michael Epstein | Stars: Sean Penn, Neil Rosen
Votes: 103
23.
Lights Out with David Spade (2019–2020)
Episode:
Episode #1.26
(2019)
TV-14 | 21 min | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
David Spade and guests Jim Gaffigan, Sarah Tiana and Fred Armisen dissect the latest celebrity stories.
Directors: Liz Plonka, Jon Mackey | Stars: David Spade, Sarah Tiana, Jim Gaffigan, Fred Armisen
Votes: 12
24. The Daily Show (1996– )
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
A comedy news show featuring humorous takes on top stories.
Stars: Jon Stewart, Trevor Noah, Stephen Colbert, Roy Wood Jr.
Votes: 48,178
25.
Viva la Bam (2003–2006)
Episode:
Fort Knoxville
(2004)
TV-PG | 20 min | Comedy, Reality-TV
Johnny Knoxville shows up at Bam's place and him and Dunn proceed to start a prank war with Bam and the others.
Stars: Bam Margera, Phil Margera, April Margera, Vincent Margera
Votes: 106
26.
AFI Life Achievement Award (1973– )
Episode:
AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Al Pacino
(2007)
90 min | Documentary
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Gabrielle Anwar, Jon Avnet, Carole Bayer Sager, Marlon Brando
Votes: 241
27.
When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts (2006–2007)
Episode:
Part Two
(2006)
TV-14 | 65 min | Documentary
Act 2 of 4. Spike Lee's four-part HBO documentary event that recounts the devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans in 2005.
Director: Spike Lee | Stars: Darleen Asevedo, Jay Asevedo, Shelton Shakespear Alexander, Lee Arnold
Votes: 99
28. Conan (2010–2021)
TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Conan O'Brien and his co-host Andy Richter discuss current news topics and interview celebrities and personalities.
Stars: Conan O'Brien, Andy Richter, Jimmy Vivino and the Basic Cable Band, Jimmy Vivino
Votes: 24,985
29. American Masters (1985– )
TV-14 | 90 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Documentary series focusing on great American artists and personalities.
Stars: Martin Scorsese, Peter Bogdanovich, Tony Bennett, Dick Cavett
Votes: 1,169
30. Penn & Teller: Bullshit! (2003–2010)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Documentary
The comedy illusionist duo explore various topics and debunk what they consider misconceptions about them.
Stars: Penn Jillette, Teller, Shera Pollins, Michael Goudeau
Votes: 11,918
31. The Making of Anton AKA Trapped (2009 Video)
45 min | Documentary
The making of 'Anton' (aka 'Trapped) follows the journey of the filmmakers from the first script reading (2005) to the films theatrical release on Oct 10 2008.
Directors: Graham Cantwell, Patrick Clarke | Stars: Gerard McSorley, Anthony Fox, Patrick Clarke, Graham Cantwell
Votes: 18
32.
AFI Life Achievement Award (1973– )
Episode:
AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Robert De Niro
(2003)
Documentary
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Robert De Niro, Clay Aiken, Anne Archer, Mike Bacarella
Votes: 253
33.
Little House on the Prairie (1974–1983)
Episode:
The Voice of Tinker Jones
(1974)
TV-PG | 50 min | Drama, Family, Romance
A deaf traveling tinker may have the only solution after Rev. Alden's request for a new church bell starts the Kennedys and Olesons feuding over who will donate the bell and who will take the credit.
Director: Leo Penn | Stars: Michael Landon, Karen Grassle, Melissa Gilbert, Melissa Sue Anderson
Votes: 406
34.
When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts (2006–2007)
Episode:
Part One
(2006)
TV-MA | 67 min | Documentary
Act 1 of 4. Spike Lee's four-part HBO documentary event that recounts the devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina on the city of New Orleans in 2005.
Director: Spike Lee | Stars: Darleen Asevedo, Jay Asevedo, Shelton Shakespear Alexander, Lee Arnold
Votes: 110
35. Family Guy (1999– )
TV-MA | 22 min | Animation, Comedy
In a wacky Rhode Island town, a dysfunctional family strives to cope with everyday life as they are thrown from one crazy scenario to another.
Stars: Alex Borstein, Seth MacFarlane, Seth Green, Mila Kunis
Votes: 363,903
36. Into the Wild (2007)
R | 148 min | Adventure, Biography, Drama
After graduating from Emory University, top student and athlete Christopher McCandless abandons his possessions, gives his entire $24,000 savings account to charity and hitchhikes to Alaska to live in the wilderness. Along the way, Christopher encounters a series of characters that shape his life.
Director: Sean Penn | Stars: Emile Hirsch, Vince Vaughn, Catherine Keener, Marcia Gay Harden
Votes: 657,861 | Gross: $18.35M
37. Lights Out with David Spade (2019–2020)
TV-14 | 21 min | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
Comedian David Spade offers his take on pop culture and current events through the eyes of social media.
Stars: David Spade, John Farley, Candice Thompson, Sarah Tiana
Votes: 796
38. Brando (2007 TV Movie)
165 min | Documentary, Biography
The life and legacy of Marlon Brando and how he changed acting.
Directors: Mimi Freedman, Leslie Greif | Stars: Marlon Brando, Edward R. Murrow, Janet Aemisegger, Betty Gossell
Votes: 734
39. The 39th Annual Kennedy Center Honors (2016 TV Special)
The annual telecast that honors those in the performing arts for their lifetime of contributions to American culture. This year's honorees are: pianist Martha Argerich, rock legends The ... See full summary »
Stars: Stephen Colbert, Martha Argerich, Eagles, Al Pacino
Votes: 243
40. Operation Bobbi Bear (2014 Video)
Documentary, Short
Operation Bobbi Bear is a human rights organization committed to helping sexually abused children in Amanzimtoti, Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa.
Stars: Antonio Banderas, Jackie Branfield, Adrien Brody, Roberto Cavalli
Votes: 17
41. VH1 Rock Honors: The Who (2008 TV Special)
120 min | Music
Directors: David Mallet, Jeff Roe | Stars: Jack Black, Roger Daltrey, David Duchovny, The Flaming Lips
Votes: 48
42. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music
A famous guest host stars in parodies and sketches created by the cast of this witty show.
Stars: The Saturday Night Live Band, Don Pardo, Darrell Hammond, Kenan Thompson
Votes: 52,685
43. Persepolis (2007)
PG-13 | 96 min | Animation, Biography, Drama
A precocious and outspoken Iranian girl grows up during the Islamic Revolution.
Directors: Vincent Paronnaud, Marjane Satrapi | Stars: Chiara Mastroianni, Catherine Deneuve, Gena Rowlands, Danielle Darrieux
Votes: 100,127 | Gross: $4.45M
44. Firing Line (1966–2020)
120 min | Talk-Show
A debate program hosted by conservative pundit William F. Buckley who verbally sparred with many notable figures of the 20th century.
Stars: William F. Buckley, Margaret Hoover, Michael Kinsley, Jeff Greenfield
Votes: 152
45. Bradley Cooper: An American Cinematheque Tribute (2018 Video)
Director: Morris Abraham | Stars: Patricia Clarkson, Bradley Cooper, Sam Elliot, Lady Gaga
Votes: 11
46. VAX LIVE: The Concert to Reunite the World (2021 TV Special)
Not Rated | 60 min | Music
An event aiming to inspire everyone to get the COVID-19 vaccine, with inspiring messages and performances from prominent public figures.
Directors: Ryan Polito, Marc Bloomgarden, Leon Knoles, Rachel Morrison, Austin Reading | Stars: Selena Gomez, Ben Affleck, J Balvin, Jill Biden
Votes: 94
47.
Ellen (1994–1998)
Episode:
Emma
(1997)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
While attending a Hollywood social party with Paige, Ellen spots British actress Emma Thompson making out with another woman and afterward convinces Paige to hire her as Emma's personal ... See full summary »
Director: Gail Mancuso | Stars: Ellen DeGeneres, Joely Fisher, David Anthony Higgins, Clea Lewis
Votes: 129
48. Mystic River (2003)
R | 138 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The tragic murder of a 19-year-old girl reunites three childhood friends still living in Boston--the victim's gangster father, a detective, and the disturbed man they both suspect of killing her.
Director: Clint Eastwood | Stars: Sean Penn, Tim Robbins, Kevin Bacon, Emmy Rossum
Votes: 485,649 | Gross: $90.14M
49. Carlito's Way (1993)
R | 144 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
A Puerto Rican former convict, just released from prison, pledges to stay away from drugs and violence despite the pressure around him and lead on to a better life outside of N.Y.C.
Director: Brian De Palma | Stars: Al Pacino, Sean Penn, Penelope Ann Miller, John Leguizamo
Votes: 232,261 | Gross: $36.95M
50. CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley (1979– )
TV-PG | 90 min | News, Talk-Show
The news show that does personal interest pieces. Anything from interviews with actors, political figures, athletes, musicians, costume designers, fashion designers, restaurant owners, charity heads, kids with special talents
Stars: Jane Pauley, Charles Osgood, Mo Rocca, Lee Cowan
Votes: 1,066