Trevor Noah: You Laugh But It's True

6.7

2011

84 mins

DocumentaryComedy

In the world of stand-up comedy in South Africa, Trevor Noah uses his childhood experiences in a biracial family during apartheid to prepare for his first one-man show.

Patton Oswalt: Talking for Clapping

Year : 2016Rating : ⭐ 6.7

Patton Oswalt delivers a fresh hour plus of stand-up, covering everything from misery to defeat to hopelessness. It's his most upbeat special to date.

The Amazing Johnathan Documentary

Year : 2019Rating : ⭐ 6.1

What begins as a documentary following the final tour of a dying magician - "The Amazing Johnathan" - becomes an unexpected and increasingly bizarre journey as the filmmaker struggles to separate truth from illusion.

Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa .5

Year : 2014Rating : ⭐ 6.0

Bad Grandpa .5 gives you a whole new perspective on the world of Irving Zisman with bonus scenes and pranks also featuring Spike Jonze as "Gloria" and Catherine Keener as Irving's wife "Ellie", plus a look at the evolution of Johnny Knoxville's naughty alter-ego, the makeup effects, and a behind-the-scenes peek at the idiocy it takes to make a hidden camera movie in public.

Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie

Year : 2003Rating : ⭐ 6.0

The comedic stylings of four sort-of famous funnymen are brought to the big screen courtesy of this 2002 documentary.

Kevin Hart: What Now?

Year : 2016Rating : ⭐ 6.5

Comedian Kevin Hart performs in front of a crowd of 50,000 people at Philadelphia's outdoor venue, Lincoln Financial Field.

John Mulaney: The Comeback Kid

Year : 2015Rating : ⭐ 7.7

Armed 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.

Aziz Ansari: Right Now

Year : 2019Rating : ⭐ 7.1

In a comedy special directed by Spike Jonze, Aziz Ansari shares deep personal insights and hilarious takes on wokeness, family and the social climate.

Kevin Hart: Zero F**ks Given

Year : 2020Rating : ⭐ 6.6

Kevin Hart serves up laughs and brick oven pizza from the comfort of his home, and dishes on male group chats, sex after 40 and life with COVID-19.

Jonas Brothers Family Roast

Year : 2021Rating : ⭐ 6.4

Kevin, Joe and Nick face down quick wits and deep cuts in this comedy special featuring Pete Davidson, John Legend and more. Hosted by Kenan Thompson.

Anthony Jeselnik: Fire in the Maternity Ward

Year : 2019Rating : ⭐ 7.0

Forging his own comedic boundaries, Anthony Jeselnik revels in getting away with saying things others can't in this stand-up special shot in New York.

Robin Williams: Live on Broadway

Year : 2002Rating : ⭐ 7.8

2002 HBO Stand-up Special starring Robin Williams. Recorded and broadcast live from New York City's Broadway Theater at the culmination of his historic 2002 sold-out tour, this special finds the Oscar-winning actor/writer/comedian returning after 16 years to his stand-up roots to deliver what the Washington Post calls "...in its madcap way, a seminal cultural event."

Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special

Year : 2022Rating : ⭐ 6.6

In his final comedy special, Norm Macdonald ponders casinos, cannibalism, living wills and why you have to be ready for whatever life throws your way.

Carrie Fisher: Wishful Drinking

Year : 2010Rating : ⭐ 7.3

"Wishful Drinking" is based on Fisher's memoirs of the same title. The stage adaptation had its world premiere in 2006 at the Geffen Playhouse in L.A. It later played at Berkeley Repertory before opening on Broadway in October at Studio 54. The show takes audiences on a comic tour of Fisher's messy personal life and career. The actress-writer recounts stories about her work on the "Star Wars" series as well as her relationship with her parents Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds. She also discusses her much-publicized problems with alcohol and drugs.

Come See Me in the Good Light

Year : 2025Rating : ⭐ 7.1

In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.

Fuck

Year : 2006Rating : ⭐ 6.4

A documentary on the expletive's origin, why it offends some people so deeply, and what can be gained from its use.

Richard Pryor: Here and Now

Year : 1983Rating : ⭐ 6.7

One of comedian Richard Pryor's later stand-up performances. As foul-mouthed as ever, Pryor touches on most of the same topics as in his previous live shows. Filmed at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans.

The Aristocrats

Year : 2005Rating : ⭐ 5.9

One hundred superstar comedians tell the same very, VERY dirty, filthy joke--one shared privately by comics since Vaudeville.

Def Comedy Jam 25

Year : 2017Rating : ⭐ 6.0

In this special live event, giants of stand-up come together to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Russell Simmons's groundbreaking "Def Comedy Jam."

Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip

Year : 1982Rating : ⭐ 7.4

Richard Pryor's stand-up act includes his frank discussion about his freebasing addiction, as well as the infamous night on June 9, 1980 that he caught on fire.

Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child

Year : 2023Rating : ⭐ 5.8

Pro boxing sensation — and perennial troublemaker — Jake Paul shares his unlikely journey from online prankster to power puncher in this documentary.