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1. Sisters in the Name of Love (1986 TV Special)
Not Rated | 60 min | Music
Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, and Patti LaBelle share the stage.
Director: Bob Henry | Stars: Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, Dionne Warwick
Votes: 41
2. The Motown Revue Starring Smokey Robinson (1985– )
60 min | Music
Stars: Cheryl Felicia Rhoads, Vanity, Ricky Nelson, Ray Charles
Votes: 17
3. The Patti LaBelle Show (1985 TV Special)
60 min | Music
Director: Steve Binder | Stars: Patti LaBelle, Cyndi Lauper, Luther Vandross, Amy Grant
Votes: 18
4. 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: 71,902
5. Robert Townsend and His Partners in Crime (1987 TV Movie)
Comedy
1980's HBO Special showcasing African American comedian Robert Townsend.
Directors: Walter C. Miller, Robert Townsend | Stars: Robert Townsend, Paul Mooney, Don Reed, Howard Hewett
Votes: 43
6.
Chappelle's Show (2003–2006)
Episode:
True Hollywood Stories: Prince & Red Balls Energy Drink
(2004)
TV-MA | 21 min | Comedy, Music
Charlie Murphy reveals another True Hollywood Story featuring Prince, and Paul Mooney answers life's biggest questions as "Negrodamus." Cee-Lo performs "Call Me".
Directors: Neal Brennan, Scott Vincent | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Jonathan Walker, Bill Burr, Malcolm Ingram
Votes: 622
7. Blacking Up: Hip-Hop's Remix of Race and Identity (2010 TV Movie)
58 min | Documentary
Director: Robert Anderson Clift | Stars: Aesop Rock, Amiri Baraka, Maurice Berger, Chuck D
Votes: 15
8. TV One's Roast and Toast: John Witherspoon (2009 TV Special)
44 min | Comedy
Director: Russ Parr | Stars: Mark Curry, Tommy Davidson, Tom Dreesen, Earthquake
Votes: 12
9.
Sanford and Son (1972–1978)
Episode:
Fred Sanford, Legal Eagle
(1974)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
When Lamont gets a traffic ticket, Fred convinces him to fight it in court, where the poor man's Perry Mason steps up to defend his son against the system.
Director: Bob LaHendro | Stars: Redd Foxx, Demond Wilson, Whitman Mayo, Antonio Fargas
Votes: 215
10. 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: 9,396
11. I Love the '80s (2002)
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Comedy, History
A humorous, year by year look through the decade that saw hair size become a statement, ratty clothes become cool, and music about breaking up become mainstream. Comprised of segments ... See full summary »
Stars: Traci Lords, Soleil Moon Frye, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Andrew Dice Clay
Votes: 1,776
12. The Green Room with Paul Provenza (2010–2011)
TV-MA | 30 min | Talk-Show
Comedians sit around talking about comedy and world issues with host, Paul Provenza.
Stars: Paul Provenza, Jeffrey Ross, Kumail Nanjiani, Rick Overton
Votes: 538
13. Black Omnibus (1973– )
Talk-Show
James Earl Jones hosts an interview and performance series exclusively for African-American musicians, comedians, and performers.
Stars: James Earl Jones, Ahmad Jamal, Cicely Tyson, Richard Pryor
Votes: 14
14. The 100 Greatest TV Quotes & Catchphrases (2006– )
Documentary
Stars: Suzanne Cryer, Jessica Walter, Bryan Callen, LeVar Burton
Votes: 21
15.
Chappelle's Show (2003–2006)
Episode:
Negrodamus & The Niggar Family
(2004)
TV-MA | 17 min | Comedy, Music
Dave plays the watermelon-shooting Black Gallagher and introduces the Niggar Family; Paul Mooney guest stars as "Negrodamus." Musical guest DMX.
Directors: Rusty Cundieff, Neal Brennan, Scott Vincent | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Anthony Berry, Marina Franklin, Aliya Campbell
Votes: 562
16. Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn (2002–2004)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
A Comedy Central talk show that featured host Colin Quinn and a panel of comedian guests, discussing politics, current events, and social issues.
Stars: Colin Quinn, Nick Di Paolo, Greg Giraldo, Jim Norton
Votes: 736
17. All Night with Joey Reynolds (2011– )
120 min | Talk-Show
Joey Reynolds (former WOR radio personality) hosts a talk/variety show from the heart of Times Square.
Stars: Joey Reynolds, Dave Konig, Joey Reynolds, Rick Younger
Votes: 7
18.
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
19. The Best of Robert Townsend & His Partners in Crime (1991 TV Special)
TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, Comedy, Music
Directors: Walter C. Miller, Robert Townsend | Stars: Tommy Davidson, Robin Harris, Howard Hewett, Damon Wayans
Votes: 86
20.
The Richard Pryor Show (1977)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1977)
60 min | Comedy
Richard Pryor is a Star Wars bartender, a spaghetti western anti-hero, the U.S. President, Mojo the Snake Handler, and a serviceman visiting Club Harlem.
Director: John Moffitt | Stars: Richard Pryor, Jeff Corey, Paula Kelly, Sam Laws
Votes: 45
21.
The Richard Pryor Show (1977)
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1977)
Comedy
Richard Pryor is a Black samurai, a Mississippi prosecutor, the owner of a pet head, an archeologist in Egypt, a come-from man, and a rock-star from Black Death.
Director: John Moffitt | Stars: Richard Pryor, Jeff Corey, Charles Fleischer, Roger Jacobs
Votes: 29
22.
I Love the '80s (2002)
Episode:
1981
(2002)
TV-14 | Documentary, Comedy, History
Stars: Anastacia, Sebastian Bach, Jillian Barberie, Barenaked Ladies
Votes: 14
23. In Living Color (1990–1994)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Music
The Wayans siblings present an African-American focused sketch comedy show.
Stars: Keenen Ivory Wayans, Jim Carrey, Kelly Coffield Park, Terrence Brown
Votes: 12,784
24. Soul Train (1971–2006)
TV-14 | 60 min | Music, Talk-Show
Created by music impresario Don Cornelius, Soul Train is an African-American focused music-dance television program that aired 35 years, primarily featuring performances by R&B, soul, funk, pop, and hip hop artists.
Stars: Don Cornelius, Diana Puskas, Queen Turner, Carole Creekmore
Votes: 682
25. The Old Settler (2001 TV Movie)
Comedy, Drama, Romance
In 1940s Harlem, two sisters take in a hepcat as a boarder. Although he is young and they are older, their life choices parallel one another.
Director: Debbie Allen | Stars: Phylicia Rashad, Debbie Allen, Bumper Robinson, Eartha Robinson
Votes: 193
26. 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
27. Richard Pryor: Live in Concert (1979)
Not Rated | 78 min | Documentary, Comedy
Richard Pryor's classic 1979 concert film has him discussing a wide range of topics, including race, the police and his favorite target -- himself.
Director: Jeff Margolis | Stars: Richard Pryor, Patti LaBelle, Huey P. Newton, Jennifer Lee Pryor
Votes: 5,822 | Gross: $30.00M
28. The Uptown Comedy Club (1992–1994)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Stars: Flex Alexander, Debra Wilson, Jim Breuer, Rob Magnotti
Votes: 50
29.
Chappelle's Show (2003–2006)
Episode:
Piss On You & The World's Greatest Wars
(2003)
TV-MA | 19 min | Comedy, Music
Dave stars in a recreation of R. Kelly's infamous video. Also, a take-off on the film, 'Deep Impact' (1998), and the inner-city gang wars of the '80s.
Directors: Rusty Cundieff, Andre Allen, Scott Vincent | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Ed Fry, Yasiin Bey, Bob Wiltfong
Votes: 531
30.
Chappelle's Show (2003–2006)
Episode:
World Series Of Dice & Mooney On Movies
(2004)
TV-MA | 22 min | Comedy, Music
Dave broadcasts the World Series of Dice and spends another moment in the life of Lil' John; musical performance by Common & Kanye West.
Director: Rusty Cundieff | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Rick Crom, Jim Breuer, Guillermo Diaz
Votes: 481
31.
Sanford and Son (1972–1978)
Episode:
Sanford and Son and Sister Makes Three
(1972)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
A husband-seeking old flame of Fred's returns with a shocking revelation about her daughter, who has sparked a flaming passion in Lamont's heart.
Director: Rick Edelstein | Stars: Redd Foxx, Demond Wilson, Ja'net DuBois, Emily Yancy
Votes: 173
32. Sanford and Son (1972–1978)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
The misadventures of a cantankerous junk dealer and his frustrated son.
Stars: Redd Foxx, Demond Wilson, LaWanda Page, Don Bexley
Votes: 10,829
33. 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
34. TV in Black: The First Fifty Years (2004 Video)
Not Rated | 100 min | Documentary
The black image on television changed American culture. This two-hour program includes rare footage, memorabilia, photographs and exclusive interviews from the actors/writers/producers whose personal journeys created television history.
Stars: Muhammad Ali, Jonelle Allen, John Amos, Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson
Votes: 107
35.
PBS Hollywood Presents (2001– )
Episode:
The Old Settler
(2001)
Drama
Director: Debbie Allen | Stars: Debbie Allen, Bebe Drake, Crystal Fox, Randy J. Goodwin
Votes: 8
36.
Chappelle's Show (2003–2006)
Episode:
Great Moments In Hookup History & Ask A Black Dude
(2003)
TV-MA | 19 min | Comedy, Music
Dave's sketches include; 'Ask a Black Dude, with Paul Mooney' and 'Great Moments in Hookup History'.
Directors: Scott Vincent, Andre Allen, Rusty Cundieff | Stars: Dave Chappelle, J. Emerson McGowan, Melle Powers, Donnell Rawlings
Votes: 627
37.
The Larry Sanders Show (1992–1998)
Episode:
Beverly and the Prop Job
(1995)
TV-MA | 23 min | Comedy
Upset about the lack of black people both working and appearing on the show, Beverly considers quitting.
Director: Todd Holland | Stars: Garry Shandling, Jeffrey Tambor, Wallace Langham, Penny Johnson Jerald
Votes: 124
38.
Chappelle's Show (2003–2006)
Episode:
Real Movies & Wu-Tang Financial
(2003)
TV-MA | 19 min | Comedy, Music
Dave introduces a financial consulting firm created by the Wu-Tang Clan. Plus he gives his "realistic" take on some movie classics such as "The Matrix" and "Pretty Woman".
Directors: Andre Allen, Rusty Cundieff, Scott Vincent | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Sophina Brown, Jeanette McMahon, Natalie Edwards
Votes: 567
39.
Chappelle's Show (2003–2006)
Episode:
Tyrone Biggums's Intervention & Racist Hollywood Animals
(2003)
TV-MA | 19 min | Comedy, Music
Tyrone Biggums, returns in a skit. Plus Dave takes a look at racism amongst Hollywood's top animal stars, including Flipper, Ron Tin-Tin, and Lassie.
Directors: Rusty Cundieff, Andre Allen | Stars: Dave Chappelle, Daniel Stephen, Amanda Naughton, Guillermo Diaz
Votes: 541
40.
In Living Color (1990–1994)
Episode:
Introducing... Homey D. Clown
(1990)
TV-14 | 23 min | Comedy, Music
Home Boy Seminar, America's Funniest Security Camera Videos, Andrea Dice Clay, Hey Mon - flight crew, and Homey D. Clown entertains at a birthday party.
Director: Paul Miller | Stars: Keenen Ivory Wayans, Jim Carrey, Kelly Coffield Park, Kim Coles
Votes: 81
41. The Richard Pryor Show (1977)
60 min | Comedy
An American comedy series hosted by comedian Richard Pryor
Stars: Richard Pryor, Robin Williams, Edie McClurg, Jimmy Martinez
Votes: 464
42. Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip (1982)
R | 82 min | Documentary, Comedy
Richard Pryor performs his stand-up comedy act on the Sunset Strip.
Director: Joe Layton | Stars: Richard Pryor, Gene Cross, Julie Hampton, Jesse Jackson
Votes: 4,407 | Gross: $36.30M
44. Bitter Jester (2003)
Documentary, Adventure, Comedy
BITTER JESTER is the first documentary to give us a glimpse into the real process behind the comedy we watch in clubs, on television and at the movies. Through the eyes of comedienne Maija ... See full summary »
Director: Maija DiGiorgio | Stars: Maija DiGiorgio, Kenneth Simmons, Richard Belzer, George Carlin
Votes: 77
45.
Sanford and Son (1972–1978)
Episode:
The Dowry
(1972)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Cousin Grady's overweight stepdaughter stands to receive a $10,000 dowry on her wedding day, which sets Fred to playing matchmaker with Lamont.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Redd Foxx, Demond Wilson, Albert Reed, Marguerite Ray
Votes: 184
46.
In Living Color (1990–1994)
Episode:
Vera DeMilo
(1990)
TV-14 | 23 min | Comedy, Music
Michael Jackson Potato Head Kit. Disc Jockey, Death Jockey skit. Damon Wayans in a commercial for literacy. Jim Carrey gets detention. A re-telling of the Rapunzel fairy tale. Old Train skit. Jim Carrey's first appearance as Vera DeMilo.
Director: Paul Miller | Stars: Keenen Ivory Wayans, Jim Carrey, Kelly Coffield Park, Kim Coles
Votes: 74
47. Late Night with David Letterman (1982–1993)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Popular late-night comedy/talk-show with host David Letterman, interviewing famous guests.
Stars: David Letterman, Paul Shaffer, Bill Wendell, Calvert DeForest
Votes: 4,997
48. Paul Mooney: A Piece of My Mind - God Bless America (2014)
86 min | Comedy
Stand-up comedy concert film about modern America by comedian Paul Mooney.
Star: Paul Mooney
Votes: 72
49. Judge Mooney (2004)
Comedy
Judge Mooney featured comic Paul Mooney trying real court cases and giving a Paul Mooney-style version of the events.
Stars: Paul Mooney, Misty Alli, Kevin L. Walker, Craig Maye
Votes: 26
50. Make 'Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America (2009– )
55 min | Documentary, Comedy
Stars: Billy Crystal, Amy Sedaris, Leonard Maltin, Robert Klein
Votes: 188