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- DirectorJaime Eliezer KarasStarsBill BurrPaul VirziFunnyman Bill Burr takes the stage to uncork a profanity-laced, incisive routine that pokes fun at plastic surgery, reality TV, gold diggers and more.
- DirectorMurat DündarStarsCem YilmazThe 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 relationships, humankind's struggle with the technology and professional life. Yilmaz proves us that a food delivery or even a funeral might be amusing when considered correctly.
- DirectorRobert TownsendStarsEddie MurphyTatyana AliBillie AllenEddie Murphy in a stand-up performance recorded live. For an hour and a half he talks about his favourite subjects: sex and women.
- DirectorBruce GowersStarsEddie MurphyJames ArgiroGus LoundermonEddie Murphy's raunchy, raucous stand-up comedy routine is captured for posterity on this tape.
- DirectorTerry HughesIan MacNaughtonStarsJohn CleeseMichael PalinEric IdleThe Monty Python troupe perform a combination of classic sketches and new material at the Hollywood Bowl.
- DirectorLouis C.K.StarsLouis C.K.In this unique and dynamic live concert experience, Louis C.K.'s exploration of life after 40 destroys politically correct images of modern life with thoughts we have all had...but would rarely admit to.
- DirectorLouis C.K.Shannon HartmanStarsLouis C.K.Louis C.K.'s second one-hour special filmed at the Berklee Performance Center in Boston, MA.
- DirectorLouis C.K.StarsLouis C.K.Louis jokes about fatherhood, success, and flying first class at the Beacon Theatre in New York.
- DirectorLouis C.K.StarsLouis C.K.In February, 2013, Louis brings his impish nihilism to Phoenix, Arizona. He talks about an old lady and her pet, living in Manhattan, experiencing his body's aging (he's 45), men's fascination with women's breasts, the beauty of living outside the food chain, his quickness to anger while driving, and murder. It's theater in the round, so he's in constant motion, a grin nearly always on his face.
- DirectorAmy SchumerStarsAmy SchumerKim CarameleThree minutes into her set, Amy Schumer claims that all good comedians have a "leather special," where they wear all leather and regret it later in their careers--this is hers. Amy muses on love, life, dating, and womanhood in her first Netflix comedy special.
- DirectorLeslie SmallTim StoryStarsKevin HartDon CheadleHalle BerryComedian Kevin Hart performs in front of a crowd of 53,000 people at Philadelphia's outdoor venue, Lincoln Financial Field.
- DirectorLeslie SmallTim StoryStarsKevin HartHarry RatchfordWill 'Spank' HortonFilmed at a sold-out performance at Madison Square Garden, comedian Kevin Hart delivers material from his 2012 "Let Me Explain" concert tour.
- DirectorLouis C.K.StarsLouis C.K.Joe ListLouis C.K. muses on religion, eternal love, giving dogs drugs, email fights, teachers, and more in a live performance from Washington D.C.
- DirectorSteven J. SantosStarsLouis C.K.In his first one-hour special, comedy and television star Louis C.K. returns to HBO for an hour of no-holds-barred, adults-only stand-up comedy taped before a live audience at the Henry Fonda Theater in Los Angeles.
- DirectorLawrence JordanStarsEddie IzzardExecutive transvestite Eddie Izzard takes his show to San Francisco to give a brief history of pagan and Christian religions, the building of Stonehenge, the birth of the Church of England and of Western empires, and the need for a European dream. Along the way, he dramatizes Dr. Heimlich's search for a maneuver, the naming of Engelbert Humperdinck, Scooby and Shaggy as archetypes, Neil Armstrong on the moon, society's tolerance of mass murderers, how we sing anthems and carols, Hollywood adapting British films, JFK's trip to Berlin, thoughts on puberty, and how to work schoolbook-French phrases into Parisian conversation. Closeups catch the glint in his eye and his carefully-applied make-up.
- 20171h 7mTV-MA8.1 (13K)TV SpecialDirectorStan LathanStarsDave ChappelleMorgan FreemanDave Chappelle gives his usual skewed insight into the topics of race, technology, OJ Simpson, and more in a stand up special filmed in Hollywood.
- DirectorJohn L. SpencerStarsRicky GervaisLive performance of British comedian Ricky Gervais filmed in London's Eventim Apollo.
- DirectorStan LathanStarsDave ChappelleAlbert PrecourtDave Chappelle returns to D.C. and riffs on politics, police, race relations, drugs, Sesame Street and more.
- 20171h 6mTV-MA7.9 (12K)TV SpecialDirectorStan LathanStarsDave ChappelleMorgan FreemanDave Chappelle gives his stand about racially charged run-ins, celebrity scandals and fatherly dilemmas in his stand-up set at Austin's Moody Theater.
- DirectorCem YilmazStarsCem YilmazThe funny little details of everyday life; the simple things that makes us laugh. An unforgettable performance from Cem Yilmaz.
- DirectorStan LathanStarsDave ChappelleGreer BarnesChappelle cuts loose in what he does best, Chappelle-style! And for what it's worth, no one is safe from Dave!
- DirectorKeith TruesdellStarsChris RockSlick RickDoug E. FreshChris Rock's third HBO comedy special shows him performing his stand-up routine at Apollo Theater in Harlem.
- DirectorJ.M. KennyStarsKevin SmithJason MewesScott MosierKevin Smith interacts in Q&A sessions throughout various college stops in the USA.
- DirectorBo BurnhamChristopher StorerStarsBo BurnhamBo Burnham tackles life, death, sexuality, hypocrisy, mental illness and Pringles cans in his dazzling new stand-up special.
- DirectorRodman FlenderStarsConan O'BrienAndy RichterStephen ColbertA documentary on Conan O'Brien's comedy tour of the U.S. and Canada after leaving The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien (2009) and severing his relationship with NBC.
- DirectorJon OlbMadeleine ParryStarsHannah GadsbyAustralian comic Hannah Gadsby reshapes standard stand-up by pairing punchlines with personal revelations on gender, sexuality and childhood turmoil.
- DirectorMarty CallnerStarsRobin WilliamsThe fourth HBO stand-up special by Robin Williams.
- DirectorLiam LynchStarsSarah SilvermanSteve AgeeBrian PosehnNarrative digressions on sex, race, politics, and more from comedienne Sarah Silverman.
- DirectorBo BurnhamChristopher StorerStarsBo BurnhamA musical stand-up comedy show by Bo Burnham, the famous internet musician.
- DirectorRocco UrbisciStarsGeorge CarlinIt's Bad For Ya, Carlin's Emmy-nominated 14th and final HBO special from March of 2008 features Carlin's noted irreverent and unapologetic observations on topics ranging from death, religion, bureaucracy, patriotism, overprotected children and big business to the pungent examinations of modern language and the decrepit state of the American culture. Carlin once again comes up with an hour of brand new material that not only makes you laugh, but makes you think. George Carlin will always remain part of the popular lexicon for his 'Seven Dirty Words' routine, and as a comedian who was never afraid to challenge his audience.
- DirectorLeslie SmallTim StoryStarsKevin HartTaraji P. HensonWill 'Spank' HortonExperience 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.
- DirectorLouis C.K.StarsLouis C.K.Jay LondonComedian Louis C.K. performs live at the Comedy store in LA.
- DirectorJaime Eliezer KarasStarsBill BurrComedian Bill Burr's 2014 stand-up comedy special.
- DirectorStan LathanStarsDave ChappelleDonnell RawlingsDave talks about not actually growing up in the projects, the hate he received from the transgender community, and from fake news.
- DirectorJoel GallenStarsChris RockDionicio ChambersDoug E. FreshAre you ready for Rock? Actor/director/comedian Chris Rock performs a gut-busting set in his fourth HBO stand-up special taped before a live audience at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C.
- DirectorMarty CallnerStarsJerry SeinfeldMichael BarryteGrace BustosLive from New York City, Jerry Seinfeld, aided and abetted by a host of friends and fellow comedians, performs his 1998 Emmy-nominated performance on Broadway.
- DirectorChristopher StorerStarsHasan MinhajIn his first stand-up special, Hasan Minhaj weaves humorous and heartbreaking anecdotes to tell his life story as an Indian-American Muslim. Topics include racism, bullying and meeting the demanding expectations of his immigrant parents.
- DirectorBo BurnhamStarsChris RockSpike LeeChris Rock takes the stage in Brooklyn for a comedy special filled with searing observations on fatherhood, infidelity and American politics.
- DirectorRhys ThomasStarsPetuniaJohn MulaneyAmanda WalshArmed with boyish charm and a sharp wit, the former SNL writer offers sly takes on marriage, his beef with babies and the time he met Bill Clinton.
- DirectorMichael BonfiglioStarsJerry SeinfeldJimmy BroganMark SchiffComedian Jerry Seinfeld takes the stage at the comedy club where he began his career to recount his early life.
- DirectorStan LathanStarsDave ChappelleDave jokes about the sexual assaults dominating the 2017 entertainment news and how and why people allow themselves to be abused.
- DirectorShannon HartmanStarsKim DelgadoKevin HartLeBron James"Seriously Funny" stars Kevin Hart performing in front of a sold out crowd live from Cleveland, Ohio - where he delivers his hilarious and unique brand of comedy. In this unforgettable night of comedy, Kevin is in rare form and funny as ever!
- DirectorShannon HartmanStarsJim JefferiesCovers topics from gun control to family values.
- DirectorRyan PolitoStarsJim JefferiesJim Jefferies talks about family life and challenges the idea of American freedom live on stage in Nashville, Tennessee.
- DirectorMichael SimonStarsJeff DunhamPaige DunhamJeff Dunham and his socially reckless "suitcase posse" are back in this highly anticipated follow-up to Jeff Dunham: Arguing with Myself (2006).
- DirectorRyan PolitoJake SzymanskiStarsJohn MulaneyAmy SchumerComedian John Mulaney talks about his milk toast boyish looks, his childhood, his Jewish girlfriend, his gayish charm, his favorite TV shows, Ice-T, a homeless person he met in N.Y., and a prostate exam with Batman.
- DirectorJaime Eliezer KarasStarsBill BurrComedian Bill Burr takes the stage in Nashville and riffs on such topics as overpopulation, fast food, dictators and gorilla sign language.
- DirectorMarty CallnerStarsWill FerrellMichael DelaneyPia GlennIt's time for change in America--but not without a few parting words from former President George W Bush. Here's your chance to discover the man behind the myth as HBO presents Will Ferrell in a performance of his heralded one-man Broadway show.
- 20081h 19mTV-MA7.6 (4.5K)TV SpecialDirectorMarty CallnerStarsChris RockChris Rock's 2008 comedy tour visits London, New York and Johannesburg. Various parts of this tour are edited together to create his fifth HBO stand-up special.
- DirectorRocco UrbisciStarsGeorge CarlinGeorge Carlin continues making people laugh with his 13th HBO stand-up special.
- DirectorJeff MargolisStarsRichard PryorPatti LaBelleHuey P. NewtonRichard Pryor's classic 1979 concert film has him discussing a wide range of topics, including race, the police and his favorite target -- himself.
- DirectorDominic BrigstockeStarsRicky GervaisStirling GallacherRicky Gervais entertains a live audience in his first stand-up routine.
- DirectorShannon HartmanStarsBill BurrStand-up comedian Bill Burr's 2010 comedy special.
- DirectorJaime Eliezer KarasStarsAli WongAli Wong's stand up special delves into her sexual adventures, hoarding, the rocky road to pregnancy, and why feminism is terrible.
- DirectorManny RodriguezStarsJeff DunhamJeff and his characters Walter, Peanut, José Jalapeño, Bubba J, and Sweet Daddy Dee for a live show.
- DirectorRocco UrbisciStarsGeorge CarlinLegendary comic Carlin comes back to the Beacon theater to angrily rant about airport security, germs, cigars, angels, children and parents, men, names, religion, god, advertising, Bill Jeff and minorities.
- DirectorManny RodriguezJay LavenderStarsGabriel IglesiasJacqueline ObradorsGina BrillonA comedy concert film that captures the on-stage performance and inspirational success story of Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias.
- DirectorJoe LaytonStarsRichard PryorGene CrossJulie HamptonRichard Pryor performs his stand-up comedy act on the Sunset Strip.
- DirectorKeith TruesdellStarsChris RockJim BreuerMario JoynerThe second HBO stand-up special by Chris Rock.
- DirectorBill CosbyStarsBill CosbyA concert film in which Bill Cosby discusses weekends, raising children, dentists, and many other situations.
- DirectorShannon HartmanStarsBill BurrIn his first stand-up special, Comedian Bill Burr takes aim at the stuff that drives us crazy, political correctness gone haywire, and girlfriends; or as he calls them, "relentless psycho robots."
- DirectorWill LovelaceDylan SouthernStarsAziz AnsariAziz Ansari focuses his unique viewpoint on pending adulthood, babies, marriage and love in the modern era.
- DirectorMichael DrummStarsJim GaffiganJeannie GaffiganIn this brand-new comedy performance, he's more hilarious than ever with his unique style of self-deprecating observations and catty audience commentary.
- DirectorMichael BliedenStarsZach GalifianakisJoe WagnerBrian UngerA master of the one-liner with an absurd rambling style, Zach's sharp, resonating humor makes his show at the famed Purple Onion in San Francisco one of the funniest performances in recent comedy.
- DirectorDavid Paul MeyerStarsTrevor NoahTrevor Noah's Netflix one hour standup special. Amazing comedy covering race in America, immigration politics, international relations and more.
- DirectorShannon HartmanStarsKevin HartWith his wisecracking one-of-a-kind style of comedy, Kevin Hart pokes fun at everyone - even his audience.
- DirectorRocco UrbisciStarsGeorge CarlinIn "Complaints & Grievances," George Carlin's 12th HBO comedy special, taped at the Beacon Theater in New York on November 17, 2001 (ten weeks after 9/11), Carlin casts his usual jaundiced eye on America and its inhabitants.From the events of 9/11, to the Ten Commandments, to why you should never stop if you run someone over with your car, nothing is sacred to this 45-year veteran of the comedy scene. Self-help books, answering machines, gun nuts, visors, motivational seminars, pictures of children, singers with one name, hot air balloons and guys named Todd; take your pick. They all come in for a special, closer Carlin look in this latest hilarious collection.
- DirectorMarty CallnerStarsRobin WilliamsThe master comedian performs in Washington DC and gives his wry observations about life, politics and his health.
- DirectorAdam DubinStarsAnthony JeselnikPeggyStand up comedian and former Late Night with Jimmy Fallon writer Anthony Jeselnik brings his dark humor and wit to San Francisco.
- DirectorAlex TimbersStarsJohn MulaneyJon BrionCarole ShelleyJohn Mulaney relays his childhood and Saturday Night Live (1975), eviscerates the value of college, and laments getting older in this comedy special. Other topics include the church, his family, President Trump and pedophiles abducting kids.
- DirectorManny RodriguezStarsGabriel IglesiasMartin MorenoGabriel Iglesias is one of the fastest rising comics today! With his unique brand of humor, loveable stage presence and a wide range of voices and impressions, it's no wonder he became an instant favorite on "Last Comic Standing." Now you can see Comedy Central's "Comic of the Year" in a sold out concert performance at the historic Fox Theater in Bakersfield, California.
- DirectorJ.M. KennyStarsKevin SmithAndre H. ArrudaJason MewesIn this second Q&A with Kevin Smith he now enters the homes of some of his fans in Toronto and London.
- DirectorRocco UrbisciStarsGeorge CarlinWhen George Carlin is asked which HBO concert is his favorite, his answer is always, "Jammin' In New York." The reasons are several: It was his first HBO show done live; it was the first he had done in his hometown, New York City; and it was the largest audience he had ever worked before: 6,500.But Carlin says it also represented a newfound sophistication in his writing. "It was the first time I had done truly extended pieces consisting of separate sections all flowing together. It was a big leap for me."The show, taped at the Paramount Theater in Madison Square Garden and winner of the 1992 CableACE Award, is a perfect blend of biting social commentary and more gently-observed observational pieces.
- DirectorManny RodriguezStarsDaniel ToshComedy's chosen one, Daniel Tosh, has been healing the sick, stopping wars, helping underprivileged children... and filming Completely Serious, the single greatest hour in comedy. What have you been doing? The torch has been passed, and stand-up's newest superstar will try not to drop it!
- DirectorChris RockStarsAmy SchumerWith her bold, straightforward style of comedy, Amy Schumer entertains the audience at the Apollo Theater in New York.
- DirectorSteven BrillNicholaus GoossenStarsAdam SandlerRob SchneiderDan BullaAdam Sandler takes his comical musical musings back out on the road, from comedy clubs to concert halls to one very unsuspecting subway station.
- DirectorJaime Eliezer KarasStarsJim GaffiganJim Gaffigan does it again with his new stand-up Mr. Universe. Gaffigan jumps from topic to topic joking around with a varied number of topics. Some of the topics included are McDonalds, family, Disney World, and much more.
- DirectorAnthony GiordanoStarsJoe RoganUnleashing his inquisitive, intense comedic style, Rogan explores everything from raising kids and Santa Claus to pot gummies and talking to dolphins.
- DirectorDominic BrigstockeStarsRicky GervaisAsh AtallaA year after Animals, Ricky Gervais comes back with his second stand up comedy tour: Politics.
- DirectorRocco UrbisciStarsGeorge CarlinGeorge Carlin brings his comedy stylings to the Beacon theater in New York City. He rants about Abortion, The death penalty, prison farms, fart jokes, free floating hostility and words.
- DirectorChris BouldStarsBill HicksBill Hicks in the height of his genius. Recorded at the Dominion Theatre in London, Hicks opens our eyes and minds to the hypocrisy and ludicrousness of the world around us.
- DirectorThomas SchlammeStarsRowan AtkinsonAngus DeaytonRowan Atkinson and Angus Deayton in Boston doing a live performance of the same styles of humor we've seen in Mr. Bean and Blackadder. Included are lessons on Shakespearean acting, a school headmaster meeting with the father of a boy he's beaten to death, and tips for having a successful date.
- DirectorRyan PolitoStarsAmy SchumerNothing is off limits for Amy Schumer in her first original one-hour stand-up special. Schumer airs every hilarious, messed-up detail of her dating and sex life, from encounters with unexpected body parts to hate-filled personal grooming appointments.
- DirectorMichael SimonStarsJeff DunhamBrian HanerThe multi-platinum selling comedian performs his first holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends.
- DirectorLiam LynchStarsSarah SilvermanTroyIn her first comedy special post-health scare, Sarah Silverman shares a mix of fun facts, sad truths and yeah-she-just-went-there moments.
- DirectorMarty CallnerStarsDane CookVicious Circle captures the hottest comic in America in his first HBO comedy event, a unique "in the round" performance before his hometown Boston fans.
- DirectorSam WrenchStarsJimmy CarrA man, with an incredibly stupid laugh, tells jokes to an audience.
- DirectorPhilip MarcusStarsMike TysonMike Tyson's one-man show is a fascinating journey into his storied life and career.
- DirectorDominic BrigstockeStarsRicky GervaisRobin InceThe third part of Ricky's themed live stand-up shows.
- DirectorBeth McCarthy-MillerStacey FosterJames SignorelliStarsWill FerrellSean BennettJustin Michael WilcoxThe best skits from Will Ferrell's days on Saturday Night Live 1995-2002
- DirectorPeter RichardsonStarsEddie IzzardMac McDonaldRhona MitraEddie Izzard's routine has a loose trajectory from the beginning of the Old Testament and the creation of the world in seven days to Revelations; God, in the voice of James Mason, makes several appearances. Along the way, Izzard dramatizes or comments on the search for a career, bad giraffes, Prince Philip's gaffes, toilets in French campsites, the mysteries of hopscotch, becoming one's Dad, getting a computer to print, and his court victory after being the victim of tranny bashing. Izzard calls his bits "mimes," in part because his physical comedy is sans props. Filmed at Labatt's Apollo Theatre, Izzard is in a shimmering red pants suit and low heels.
- DirectorSeth BarrishStarsMike BirbigliaMike Birbiglia tells the touching story of his believing and disbelieving in love.
- StarsAziz AnsariPatrick CotnoirStand-up comedian and TV star Aziz Ansari delivers his sharp witted take on immigrants, relationships and the food industry.
- DirectorTed DemmeStarsDenis LearyChris PhillipsAdam RothTicked off comic Denis Leary talks honestly about subjects ranging from smoking, red meat, drugs, his family, rehab, and yes, cancer.
- DirectorJohn MoffittStarsJim JefferiesPolitically incorrect Australian comedian Jim Jefferies performs.
- DirectorJohn MoffittStarsRicky GervaisAward-winning actor/comedian Ricky Gervais' first-ever HBO stand-up special features his unique takes on such disparate issues as fund-raising, autism, fame, nursery rhymes, Nazis, moronic friends, obesity and more.
- DirectorJaime Eliezer KarasStarsJim JefferiesAl JacksonFoul-mouthed Australian comedian Jim Jefferies puts everything out there in this raunchy EPIX comedy special -- and shows off his skill for skewering sacred cows and virtually everything else with brutal honesty.
- DirectorAli Taner BaltaciStarsAta DemirerThe funny little details of everyday life; the simple things that makes us laugh. An unforgettable performance from Ata Demirer.
- DirectorBeth McCarthy-MillerDave WilsonTom SchillerStarsChris FarleyMackenzie EnglishChristina ApplegateA compilation of the best Saturday Night Live sketches as a tribute to the late Chris Farley, one of SNL's greatest Stars.
- DirectorJason WolinerStarsAziz AnsariBrandon JohnsonSara Von GillernComedian Aziz Ansari presents his highly anticipated, hour-long debut stand-up special. The critically acclaimed stand-up and actor (Parks and Recreation, Funny People) discusses topics ranging from sheets with fraudulent thread counts to the chubbiness of his young cousin Harris. Also included is a special encore performance from RAAAAAAAANDY. Don't make a decision you'll regret forever. Purchase Intimate Moments for a Sensual Evening. Now.