The History of Comedy
- 2017 – 2018
- Returning Series
- Documentary · Comedy
- ~45m / ep
- 2 seasons
- 6.6/10
Explore what makes us laugh, why, and how that's influenced our social and political landscape throughout history.
Latest: Season 2 · 2018
View all seasonsE1. Carnal Knowledge
Jul 15, 2018 · 45m
How sexual humor, one of the oldest forms of comedy, pushes the limits of both comfort and political correctness.
E2. Sketch & Improv
Jul 22, 2018 · 45m
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
Jul 29, 2018 · 45m
The history between animation and comedy.
E4. Gone Too Soon
Aug 5, 2018 · 45m
Exploring the passing of comedic legends and how the connection with their audiences make the loss more significant.
E5. In It Together
Aug 12, 2018 · 45m
The history of comedic duos and the evolution of comedy teams.
E6. No Offense
Aug 19, 2018 · 45m
Exploring family-friendly comedy and the struggles of abiding by strict network censors.
Trailers & more
Cast
Ali Wong
Self
Larry David
Self - Creator, Seinfeld
Rain Pryor
Self
Gilbert Gottfried
Self
David Zucker
Self
Kent Alterman
Self
Rob Reiner
Self
Anne Beatts
Self
Betty White
Self
Todd Boyd
Self
Patton Oswalt
Self
Judd Apatow
Self
Cindy Chupack
Self
Bobcat Goldthwait
Self
Bob Mankoff
Self
Lewis Black
Self
Larry Charles
Self
Jim Jefferies
Self