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1. 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: 239

2. Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993–2009)
Episode: Al Franken/Jason Bateman/Breaking Benjamin (2004)

TV-14 | 57 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

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Director: Allan Kartun | Stars: Conan O'Brien, Al Franken, Jason Bateman, Breaking Benjamin

Votes: 42

3. A Football Life (2011– )

Documentary, Biography, Sport

Profiles the most important and influential figures in the history of the National Football League.

Stars: Jenn Brown, Bill Belichick, Troy Aikman, Steve Young

Votes: 723

4. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Steve Martin/The Blues Brothers (1978)

TV-14 | 66 min | Comedy, Music

The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his fifth appearance), and the musical guest is The Blues Brothers (their second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: Concert ... See full summary »

Directors: Dave Wilson, James Signorelli | Stars: Steve Martin, Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Jane Curtin

Votes: 212

5. From the Earth to the Moon (1998)

TV-14 | 60 min | Action, Drama, History

Dramatized portrayal of the Apollo manned space program.

Stars: Tom Hanks, Nick Searcy, Lane Smith, David Andrews

Votes: 13,246

6. 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: 9,398

7. 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: 4,247

8. Grateful Dead: Dead Ahead (1981 Video)

114 min | Music

Recorded October 30th and 31st, 1980, at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, Dead Ahead showcases the recently reformed Grateful Dead lineup in acoustic and electric splendor.

Director: Len Dell'Amico | Stars: Tom Davis, Al Franken, Jerry Garcia, Mickey Hart

Votes: 148

9. 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: 39,184

10. The History of Comedy (2017–2018)
Episode: Making Fun (2017)

TV-MA | 42 min | Documentary, Comedy, History

Exploring the history of Parody and Satire in films, television, print, radio and the internet.

Stars: Kevin Smith, Larry Charles, Conan O'Brien, Carol Burnett

Votes: 52

11. 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: 48,213

12. Jeopardy! (1984– )

TV-G | 30 min | Short, Game-Show, Reality-TV

A returning champion and two challengers test their buzzer skills and their knowledge in a wide range of academic and popular categories.

Stars: Alex Trebek, Johnny Gilbert, Jimmy McGuire, Sarah Whitcomb Foss

Votes: 8,234

13. WTF with Marc Maron (2009 Podcast Series)

Talk-Show

Marc Maron welcomes comedians, actors, directors, writers, authors, musicians and folks from all walks of life to his home for amazingly revealing conversations.

Stars: Marc Maron, Eddie Pepitone, Jim Earl, Matthew L. Weiss

Votes: 176

14. Bob & Ray, Jane, Laraine & Gilda (1979 TV Movie)

75 min | Comedy

A series of skits feature the Finley Quality Network and its many quality TV shows.

Director: Dave Wilson | Stars: Bob Elliott, Ray Goulding, Jane Curtin, Laraine Newman

Votes: 45

15. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Richard Pryor/Gil Scott-Heron (1975)

TV-14 | 66 min | Comedy, Music

The host for the episode is Richard Pryor, and the musical guest is Gil Scott-Heron. The skits for this episode are as follows: Garrett Morris tricks Chevy Chase into taking a bad fall ... See full summary »

Director: Dave Wilson | Stars: Richard Pryor, Gil Scott-Heron, Shelley R. Bonus, The Muppets

Votes: 360

16. Conan (2010–2021)
Episode: Louis C.K. (2016)

TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

Comic Louis C.K. (Better Things (2016)); from the Apollo in New York City.

Director: Billy Bollotino | Stars: Conan O'Brien, Andy Richter, Louis C.K., Jimmy Vivino and the Basic Cable Band

Votes: 14

17. 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: 25,009

18. Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993–2009)

TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

Conan O'Brien, a Harvard Lampoon alumnus, hosts this late-night comedy/talk-show, which is often silly and whimsical.

Stars: Conan O'Brien, The Max Weinberg 7, Andy Richter, Joel Godard

Votes: 18,985

19. Saturday Night Live: The Best of Chris Farley (2000 TV Special)

TV-14 | 50 min | Documentary, Comedy

A compilation of the best Saturday Night Live sketches as a tribute to the late Chris Farley, one of SNL's greatest Stars.

Directors: Beth McCarthy-Miller, Dave Wilson, Tom Schiller, James Signorelli | Stars: Chris Farley, Mackenzie English, Christina Applegate, Dave Attell

Votes: 2,473

20. Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade (2022 Podcast Series)

Dana Carvey and David Spade take you behind the scenes to reminisce about the most memorable stories and moments with friends of the show. In each episode, you'll hear from your favorite ... See full summary »

Stars: Dana Carvey, David Spade, Mike Myers, Conan O'Brien

Votes: 17

21. Wellstone! (2004)

Not Rated | 90 min | Documentary

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Directors: Lu Lippold, Dan Luke, Laurie Stern | Stars: Al Franken, Bill Hillsman, Jane Kaczmarek, Paul Wellstone

Votes: 20

22. The Best of John Belushi (1985 Video)

60 min | Comedy

Compilation of SNL sketches including Samurai Deli, Star Trek - The Final Mission, The Luck of the Irish and Don Vito Corleone in group therapy.

Directors: Dave Wilson, James Signorelli, Tom Schiller | Stars: John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Chevy Chase, Jane Curtin

Votes: 378

23. From the Earth to the Moon (1998)
Episode: Can We Do This? (1998)

TV-PG | 58 min | Action, Drama, History

The United States launches an aggressive plan to beat the Soviets to the moon.

Director: Tom Hanks | Stars: Tom Hanks, David Andrews, George Bartenieff, Robert Curtis Brown

Votes: 551

24. 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: 52,816

25. Biography: Chris Farley - Anything for a Laugh (2019 TV Special)

TV-14 | 85 min | Documentary

Comic Chris Farley breaks through as a cast member of "Saturday Night Live" and later stars in several iconic big-screen comedies, but behind his over-the-top stage presence lay insecurities deeply tied to his addictive personality.

Director: Brent Hodge | Stars: Tom Arnold, Dan Aykroyd, Gary Busey, Tom Farley Jr.

Votes: 265

26. ABC Late Night (1973–1976)

90 min | Documentary, Comedy, Music

ABC's Wide World of Entertainment is a late night block of programs created by the ABC television network.

Stars: Steve Allen, Jack Carter, Sammy Davis Jr., Peter Lawford

Votes: 175

27. The Best of Chevy Chase (1987 Video)

60 min | Documentary, Comedy

A "best of" compilation of Chevy Chase's greatest moments on Saturday Night Live.

Director: Dave Wilson | Stars: Chevy Chase, Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Candice Bergen

Votes: 64

28. Late Show with David Letterman (1993–2015)
Episode: Episode dated 12 April 1995 (1995)

TV-PG | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

As a prank, actress Drew Barrymore infamously flashes Dave. His other guests include singer Plácido Domingo Jr. and comedian Al Franken.

Stars: David Letterman, Paul Shaffer, Bill Wendell, Drew Barrymore

Votes: 12

29. 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: 1,071

30. The History of Comedy (2017–2018)

TV-MA | 42 min | Documentary, Comedy, History

Utilizing archival footage punctuated by contemporary interviews with comedy legends and scholars, this is the history of not only what makes us laugh, but how comedy has affected the social and political landscape throughout history.

Stars: Kliph Nesteroff, Robert B. Weide, Elayne Boosler, Patton Oswalt

Votes: 532

31. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Patrick Swayze/Mariah Carey (1990)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

Rob Schneider's first episode. Sketches include: Dirty Square Dancing, Patrick Swayze's Monologue (with Lisa Niemi cameo), Pumping Up With Hans and Franz, Ghost II, Sam Walton Offer I, ... See full summary »

Director: Dave Wilson | Stars: Dana Carvey, Phil Hartman, Jan Hooks, Victoria Jackson

Votes: 129

32. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Steve Martin/Van Morrison (1978)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his sixth appearance), and the musical guest is Van Morrison. The skits for this episode are as follows: Desperate after his austerity measures ... See full summary »

Directors: Dave Wilson, James Signorelli | Stars: Steve Martin, Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Jane Curtin

Votes: 128

33. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Carrie Fisher/The Blues Brothers (1978)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

The host for the episode is Carrie Fisher, and the musical guest is The Blues Brothers (their third appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: During her opening monologue, ... See full summary »

Directors: Dave Wilson, Tom Schiller, Walter Williams, James Signorelli | Stars: Carrie Fisher, Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Jane Curtin

Votes: 167

34. Chelsea (2016–2017)
Episode: Changing the Climate (2017)

TV-MA | Comedy, Talk-Show

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Stars: Chelsea Handler, Al Franken, Thomas Middleditch, Cecile Richards

Votes: 20

35. 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996–2001)

TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi

A group of aliens is sent to Earth, disguised as a human family, to experience and report life on the third planet from the sun.

Stars: John Lithgow, Jane Curtin, Kristen Johnston, French Stewart

Votes: 55,795

36. Saturday Night Live: The Best of Phil Hartman (1998 TV Special)

84 min | Documentary, Comedy

A Saturday Night Live DVD featuring the best of Phil Hartman.

Directors: Beth McCarthy-Miller, Paul Miller, Dave Wilson, Tom Schiller, James Signorelli | Stars: Phil Hartman, Tom Arnold, Alec Baldwin, Candice Bergen

Votes: 1,026

37. Saturday Night Live Goes Commercial (1991 TV Special)

TV-14 | 48 min | Comedy

Saturday Night Live's best "commercials".

Director: James Signorelli | Stars: Victoria Jackson, Kevin Nealon, Dan Aykroyd, Roseanne Barr

Votes: 168

38. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: William Shatner/Lone Justice (1986)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

William Shatner hosts this episode, and Lone Justice and Buster Poindexter are musical guests. The cold opener is a parody of "The Green Berets" involving former Colonel Oliver North(... See full summary »

Director: Paul Miller | Stars: Dana Carvey, Nora Dunn, Phil Hartman, Jan Hooks

Votes: 111

39. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Candice Bergen/Frank Zappa (1976)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

The host for the episode is Candice Bergen (her third appearance), and the musical guest is Frank Zappa. The skits for this episode are as follows: For the opening, Patty Hearst enjoys a ... See full summary »

Directors: Dave Wilson, Gary Weis | Stars: Candice Bergen, Frank Zappa, Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi

Votes: 152

40. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: John Travolta/Seal (1994)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

The third installment of the 20th season is hosted by John Travolta, and Seal is the musical guest.

Directors: Dave Wilson, Tom Schiller, James Signorelli | Stars: Ellen Cleghorne, Chris Elliott, Chris Farley, Janeane Garofalo

Votes: 109

41. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Buck Henry/Bette Midler (1979)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his eighth appearance), and the musical guest is Bette Midler. The skits for this episode are as follows: Mr. Bill goes to Rockefeller Center to see ... See full summary »

Directors: Dave Wilson, Walter Williams, Tom Schiller | Stars: Buck Henry, Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Jane Curtin

Votes: 124

42. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Steve Martin/Paul & Linda McCartney/3-D (1980)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his eighth appearance), and the musical guests are 3-D and Paul & Linda McCartney. The skits for this episode are as follows: Father Guido Sarducci... See full summary »

Director: Dave Wilson | Stars: Steve Martin, Jane Curtin, Garrett Morris, Bill Murray

Votes: 102

43. Biography (1987– )

TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History

The life stories of various historical figures and celebrities are told.

Stars: Jack Perkins, Peter Graves, Harry Smith, Robert J. Thompson

Votes: 2,088

44. The Fifth Estate (1975– )

60 min | Documentary, News

Investigative journalist news documentaries are presented.

Stars: Bob McKeown, Mark Kelley, Gillian Findlay, Linden MacIntyre

Votes: 265

45. Saturday Night Live 25 (1999 TV Special)

161 min | Documentary, Comedy, Music

A TV special celebrating the 25th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. Before a celebrity audience, many of the former cast members and guest hosts return to perform their signature ... See full summary »

Directors: Beth McCarthy-Miller, James Signorelli | Stars: Dan Aykroyd, Alec Baldwin, Candice Bergen, David Bowie

Votes: 1,454

46. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Jason Priestley/Teenage Fanclub (1992)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

Beverly Hills 90210's Jason Priestley hosts this 1992 episode. Selected sketches include "Olympic Figure Skating," "The Arsenio Hall Show," "Beverly Hills 90210," and "Jake's ... See full summary »

Director: Dave Wilson | Stars: Dana Carvey, Chris Farley, Phil Hartman, Victoria Jackson

Votes: 87

47. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Linda Hamilton/Mariah Carey (1991)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

Linda Hamilton of "The Terminator" movies hosts this outing,which features the memorable and hilarious sketch "The Tooncinator". A puppet cat named Toonces plays the feline Terminator. ... See full summary »

Directors: Dave Wilson, Tom Schiller, James Signorelli | Stars: Dana Carvey, Chris Farley, Phil Hartman, Victoria Jackson

Votes: 110

48. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Steve Martin/James Taylor (1991)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

Steve Martin hosts this 1991 Christmas episode, which includes selected sketches such as "The Tonight Song," commercial parody "Schmitts Gay," "Grandma Pugga," and "The Doormen." For ... See full summary »

Directors: Dave Wilson, Peter Corbett | Stars: Dana Carvey, Chris Farley, Phil Hartman, Victoria Jackson

Votes: 100

49. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
Episode: Steve Martin/The Kinks (1977)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music

The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his second appearance), and the musical guest is The Kinks. The skits for this episode are as follows: Steve gets hostility from the cast over his ... See full summary »

Directors: Dave Wilson, Gary Weis | Stars: Steve Martin, Lily Tomlin, The Kinks, Dan Aykroyd

Votes: 157

50. Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist (1995–2002)

TV-PG | 30 min | Animation, Comedy

A therapist struggles with problems of his patients, while dealing with the ones in his personal life.

Stars: Jonathan Katz, H. Jon Benjamin, Laura Silverman, Will Le Bow

Votes: 6,062