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Black Comedy in America - Season 1

Series: Black Comedy in America
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Episodes
10
Rating
NR
Year
2024
Language
English
Publisher
Viceland

About

Delve into the history of Black comedy and its impact on America. This journey explores its lore and legends, interacting with comic icons and cultural figures to understand how Black comedy has shaped America for over a century.

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Episodes

1 to 3 of 10

1. The Original Kings of Comedy

44m

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Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and the late Bernie Mac joined forces nearly 20 years ago to make comedy magic and launch their careers into the stratosphere.

2. Def Comedy Jam

44m

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Russell Simmons and Stan Lathan fuse a hip-hop sensibility with cutting-edge comedy voices to create a groundbreaking franchise with enduring cultural impact.

3. 70s Sitcoms

42m

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A wave of hit sitcoms like The Jeffersons bring Black family life and humor into the homes of Americans everywhere, with an influence that continues today.

Extended Details

  • Closed CaptionsEnglish

Artists

Chris Spenceractor
Tiffany Haddishactor
Ryan Davisactor