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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.

Related Subjects

  • Documentary

Episodes

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.

4. The Best Man

44m

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The quintessential Black romantic comedy brings together a talented cast, a genre ripe for fresh voices, and perfect chemistry to inspire a rom-com boom.

5. Richard Pryor

44m

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Richard Pryor blazes a dramatic trail that includes transformational appearances, addiction and tragedy, and an unforgettable mix of pain and joy.

6. Eddie Murphy in the 80s

44m

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Eddie Murphy's story features his instant emergence as a force on SNL, his raw and boundary-pushing standup, and his rise to A-list movie star status.

7. Our Roots

44m

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The origin story of Black comedy includes slave tradition, the chitlin circuit, racial stereotypes, Jim Crow segregation on the road, and breakout triumphs.

8. The Fresh Prince

44m

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A fish-out-of-water sitcom proves to be the perfect vehicle for the talents, personality, and charisma of Will Smith, setting him on a course for superstardom.

9. Kevin Hart

44m

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Kevin Hart overcomes a series of early setbacks and hones his comedic voice to become one of the biggest comedians and movie stars in Hollywood.

10. Dave Chappelle

42m

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Dave Chappelle's uncompromising comic voice and vision fuel his ascent to major success, even in the face of controversy and changing cultural tides.

Extended Details

  • SeriesBlack Comedy in America
  • Closed CaptionsEnglish

Artists

Chris SpencerActor
Tiffany HaddishActor
Ryan DavisActor