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The History of Comedy — Storyline
Explore what makes us laugh, why, and how that's influenced our social and political landscape throughout history.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Ali Wong, Larry David, Rain Pryor, Gilbert Gottfried, David Zucker, Kent Alterman, Rob Reiner, Anne Beatts
The History of Comedy — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2017-02-09 |
| Seasons | 2 |
| Episodes | 14 |
| Genre | Documentary, Comedy |
| Language | English |
| Network | CNN |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 6.6/10 (9 votes) |
The History of Comedy — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: F***ing Funny (2017-02-09) — The evolution of inappropriate humor throughout history is traced, showcasing the work from groundbreaking comedians who risked their careers, prison sentences and even their lives
- E2: The Funnier Sex (2017-02-16) — A look at the greatest female comedians and how they were able to succeed in every genre where humor is found despite rampant sexism and prejudice.
- E3: The Comedy of Real Life (2017-02-23) — A look at how comedians find humor in the simple, daily experiences most people share.
- E4: One Nation, Under Comedy (2017-07-16) — The evolution of racial humor and how comedy about shared experiences can cross cultural barriers to unite people in laughter are explored.
- E5: Ripped from the Headlines (2017-07-23) — The origins of topical humor are traced, from the invention of the monologue to the "fake news" shows of today.
- E6: The Spark of Madness (2017-07-30) — The mind of the comedian is explored, as well as the difficult road that many seem destined to take where mental illness and substance abuse are remarkably common.
- E7: On Parody and Satire (2017-08-06) — Demonstrating how effective and funny it can be when you look at something serious and just twist it ever so slightly.
- E8: Politics Aside (2017-08-13) — A look at the many different ways that comedy has lampooned and influenced politics over the years.
Season 2
- E1: Carnal Knowledge (2018-07-15) — How sexual humor, one of the oldest forms of comedy, pushes the limits of both comfort and political correctness.
- E2: Sketch & Improv (2018-07-22) — Exploring the history of sketch and improv comedy and how it evolved into a significant part of comedic talent today.
- E3: Drawn To Be Funny (2018-07-29) — The history between animation and comedy.
- E4: Gone Too Soon (2018-08-05) — Exploring the passing of comedic legends and how the connection with their audiences make the loss more significant.
- E5: In It Together (2018-08-12) — The history of comedic duos and the evolution of comedy teams.
- E6: No Offense (2018-08-19) — Exploring family-friendly comedy and the struggles of abiding by strict network censors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The History of Comedy have? 2 season(s) with 14 episodes.
Where can I watch The History of Comedy? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
