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The future was looking bright for the late-night comedy show After Midnight, as it had previously secured a renewal for another season. Unfortunately for fans, it's been revealed that Season 3 won't be moving forward after all.

Per The Hollywood Reporter, After Midnight is set to end after its current second season. CBS confirmed that the final episodes of the show ill air in June with no third season in the works. Its 12:35 a.m. time slot hasn't found a new replacement at this time, and it's still unclear if the network will hold onto that hour, or if it will go back to local stations' programming. The show was recently renewed for Season 3, but After Midnight will instead conclude with Season 2 so its host, Taylor Tomlinson, can turn her focus back to her stand-up comedy.

Tomlinson said in a statement, “Hosting After Midnight has genuinely been the experience of a lifetime,...

Exclusive: Canada’s Quentin Lee has touched down at Series Mania this week with scripted show Morning, Paris! and a third season of their stand-up show Comedy InvAsian in their back pocket.

The director-producer’s Margin Films has again teamed with Comedy InvAsian co-creator and showrunner Koji Steven Sakai from Little Nalu Pictures and exec producer Victor Elizade from Viva Pictures on the show, which spotlights Aapi comedians doing 30-minute sets in each episode. Lee is the director.

The show is produced by Little Nalu Pictures and distributed by Viva Pictures Distribution. It was the TV debut of Aapi comedians such as Atsuko Okatsuka, Joey Guila, Robin Tran and Jiaoying Summers.

Seasons 1 and 2 premiered on Hulu as an exclusive in 2018, and both are now streaming on Peacock, Tubi and Prime Video. Season 3 is set for principal photography in July.

“With Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (Dei) a hot-button in the national discussion,...

Netflix is one of the largest streaming services, and, aside from having other licensed titles on its platform, it has also created a name as a studio. Its titles often feature high-profile actors, and despite some of them not often enchanting both the critics and the audience, the streamer has had an amazing few months.

One of the titles that received major success recently is Cameron Diaz's Back in Action. The action comedy, which stars Diaz and Jamie Foxx as retired spies, also comes with a tongue-in-cheek reference to the actress' long break from acting. Per Tudum, the break didn't stop her from continuing to be one of the biggest action stars, as Back in Action joined Netflix's prestigious Most Popular Movies list.

Diaz's last film was 2014's Annie, and then she took a break to focus on her personal life. Her co-star, Foxx, persuaded her to come back to acting,...

On Tuesday March 11 2025, CBS broadcasts After Midnight!

Trixie Mattel; Atsuko Okatsuka; Gillian Jacobs Season 2 Episode 76 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “After Midnight” promises to be an exciting one with a lineup that features drag queen Trixie Mattel, comedian Atsuko Okatsuka, and actress Gillian Jacobs. This episode is set to air on CBS and is sure to bring a mix of humor, talent, and vibrant personalities to the screen.

Trixie Mattel, known for her colorful style and sharp wit, will likely bring her unique brand of comedy to the show. As a celebrated drag performer, she has a knack for entertaining audiences with her charm and creativity. Fans can expect some fun moments as she shares her experiences and engages with the other guests.

Atsuko Okatsuka, a rising star in the comedy scene, is also part of the lineup. Her fresh perspective and relatable humor are sure to resonate with viewers.

Kumail Nanjiani will release a comedy special on Hulu, his first stand-up special in over a decade. The show will mark his second-ever standup special.

Since Nanjiani’s first comedy special, Beta Male, in 2013, he’s starred in projects such as HBO’s Silicon Valley and Hulu’s Welcome to Chippendales, with other appearances on shows like Only Murders in the Building. He picked up an Oscar nod for his screenplay on The Big Sick and previously hosted The Meltdown With Jonah and Kumail, a Comedy Central stand-up series.

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Kumail Nanjiani is returning to the stand-up stage, and bringing Hulu with him.

The Emmy- and Oscar-nominated actor and writer is joining the Disney-owned streamer’s lineup of comedy specials. The special will be the second of his career — and the first in more than a decade. His inaugural special, Beta Male, aired on Comedy Central in 2013.

Since then, Nanjiani has worked regularly as an actor in HBO’s Silicon Valley and Hulu’s Welcome to Chippendales and feature films The Big Sick — for which he and Emily V. Gordon earned Oscar nominations for writing — The Lovebirds and Eternals, among others. He also hosted Comedy Central’s stand-up showcase The Meltdown With Jonah and Kumail from 2014-16.

Nanjiani will also be an executive producer of the Hulu special alongside Elan Gale and Bernie Schaeffer. ITV American and TheYearOfElan are producing. A date and title for the special will be announced later.

Kumail Nanjiani is joining Hulu’s “Hularious” line-up with his own special.

It will mark Nanjiani’s second special in more than a decade. It’s produced by ITV America, Winter Coat (Nanjiani’s production company) and TheYearOfElan. Nanjiani will serve as an executive producer alongside Elan Gale and Bernie Schaeffer.

The special will premiere domestically on Hulu and internationally on Disney+, with the release date and additional details to be announced at a later date.

In 2024, Nanjiani launched his stand-up comedy tour, Kumail Nanjiani: Doing This Again across North America and Europe.

Nanjiani’s upcoming acting gigs Peacock’s Poker Face and in Ella McCay from 20th Century. His past work include Marvel’s The Eternals, Fox’s The X-Files, NBC’s Community, Disney’s Obi-Wan, Men In Black: International, Stuber, The Lovebirds, Migration, and Fist Fight.

His first comedy special was “Beta Male” that aired in 2013 on Comedy Central.

Kumail Nanjiani is returning to stand-up comedy after 10 years with a new special for Hulu.

The hour is Nanjiani’s first comedy special in 12 years, his second after 2013’s “Beta Male.” A release date and title will be revealed at a later date.

ITV America and TheYearOfElan will produce the new special, which is executive produced by Nanjiani, Elan Gale and Bernie Schaeffer.

Nanjiani is a comedian and actor best known for his roles in the HBO comedy series “Silicon Valley” and the romantic comedy film “Big Sick,” which he co-wrote with his wife, Emily V. Gordon, about their relationship. His credits range from blockbuster fare to beloved comedy programs. Nanjiani is an Oscar nominee for the “Big Sick” screenplay and an Emmy nominee for his guest role in an episode of Jordan Peele’s reboot of “The Twilight Zone,” as well as his lead role in the Hulu limited series “Welcome to Chippendales.

The $100,000 Pyramid is gearing up for its Season 8 return on March 9th, and we have an exclusive first look at the fun ahead with host Michael Strahan and various celebrity competitors. For those less familiar with the game show, The $100,000 Pyramid is a word-association game where two celebrities and their contestant partners face off in a race against the clock in an effort to make it into the winner’s circle. Only the best and brightest players will take home $100,000 if they can conquer the titular Pyramid. ABC As mentioned above, the new sneak peek offers a closer look at which celebrities will be playing with the contestants, and the lineup is pretty stacked. Currently, the roster includes Ana Gasteyer, Atsuko Okatsuka, Bobby Moynihan, Brian Austin Green, Chandra Wilson, D.L. Hughley, Fortune Feimster, Jaleel White, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Joel McHale, June Diane Raphael, Kevin Nealon, Laverne Cox, Luenell, Malin Akerman, Mark Duplass,...

Hulu has released a trailer for the upcoming comedy special from Chris Distefano, streaming Feb. 21.

Titled “It’s Just Unfortunate,” the stand-up hour sees the Brooklyn-born comic riffing on his three Puerto Rican kids, his 13-year-old stepson and his dad’s rudimentary understanding of Latin culture (“They throw the parties for the girls at 15 — they call them Quesadillas”).

In the minute-long teaser, Distefano quips, “My girl, she wants a guy who knows how to build stuff. I don’t know how to build anything. I can build walls — emotionally.”

Distefano’s last stand-up special, “Speshy Weshy,” aired on Netflix in 2022, and his 2019 debut “Size 38 Waist” came courtesy of Comedy Central.

“What an honor to be one of the 12 comics chosen by Hulu,” Distefano said in a statement to Variety. “I feel like an apostle right now. Chrissy The Catholic. I bought my entire outfit at the Queens Center Mall. Shoutout Zara.

After retiring from acting after 2014's Annie to focus on her family life, Cameron Diaz is back. As she's experiencing a lot of popularity with her action flick, Back in Action, the actress is not in a hurry to revisit all her previous films.

Cameron Diaz is a successful comedy and action star, known for roles in 1994's The Mask, 2006's The Holiday, and the Charlie's Angels trilogy. Although she is set to revisit one of her former roles, as she's returning to voice Princess Fiona in the upcoming Shrek 5, Diaz is not planning to revisit all of her popular roles. Speaking to Vogue Mexico, Diaz addressed the chances for a sequel to The Mask and The Holiday.

Related Back in Action Director Says Jamie Foxx Was Cameron Diaz's 'Biggest Cheerleader and Hype Man' on Set

Back in Action director Seth Gordon hails the Netflix film's co-stars, Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz.

Trey Kennedy has set a new stand-up comedy special at Hulu, where it will be available to stream starting Jan. 24.

Titled “Grow Up,” the hour “takes audiences on a hilarious journey through the ups and downs of adulthood.” Kennedy shot the family-friendly special in front of a sold-out crowd in Salt Lake City, and he explores navigating fatherhood as well as his own upbringing. He discusses his relationship with his wife, what makes them so different and the aspects of his life that need some growing up.

Per a press release, “With a comedic blend of stand-up, videos, and music, Kennedy delivers an hour-long ride through his comedic mind, with both poignant moments and laugh-out-loud observations about life’s better or worse moments.”

“I’m super grateful Hulu is helping me show ‘Grow Up’ to the masses,” Kennedy said in a statement. “I’m so proud of this special and...

Anxiety, depression, addiction, suicidal ideations, cancer diagnoses — we’re not exactly in “take my wife, please” territory with some of today’s more adventurous comedians, who mine their occasionally harrowing personal experience for material. “Group Therapy” gathers half a dozen of them for a free-ranging discussion in front of cameras and a live audience, “hosted” by Neil Patrick Harris. This is not exactly the most profound forum for probing mental health, or comedy’s relationship to it for that matter. Still, Neil Berkeley’s slick feature offers considerable entertainment value in mixing ingratiating personalities, stand-up excerpts and serious issues … even if the result ultimately plays more like a high-concept TV special than a “documentary.”

While their personas run a gamut from Tig Notaro’s lower-than-low-key deadpan to London Hughes’ boisterous style, the comics here share a penchant for using potentially discomfiting autobiographical truths in their act. For some, like Nicole Byer or Atsuko Okatsuka,...

Nick and Vanessa Lachey strike a pose on the red carpet at the 2024 Unforgettable Gala held at The Beverly Hilton on Saturday (December 14) in Beverly Hills, Calif.

The couple were in attendance at the annual event, celebrating the Asian American Awards, which honor the past year’s successes from “Asian and Pacific Islander celebrities, influencers and leaders who have contributed to the arts, entertainment and culture.”

Nick and his 98 Degrees bandmates Drew Lachey, Jeff Timmons and Justin Jeffre hit the stage as one of the performers for the night, as was K-pop sensation Wonho.

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Among this year’s honorees include Anna Sawai, Izaac Wang, Hoz Xuande, Joan Chen, Vivian Tu and the cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender!

The 2024 Unforgettable Gala will air nationwide on ChimeTV on Wednesday (December 18) and will be available to watch on-demand via GoldenTV.

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HBO has long been a home for some of the most-talked about comedy stand-up specials such as Eddie Murphy’s Delirious! and Chris Rock’s Bring The Pain as well as over a dozen from George Carlin.

However, over the last few years, the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned network has faced streaming competitors with bulging wallets.

This is what made this morning’s news that HBO scored half of the nominations for a Golden Globe in the Best Performance In Stand-Up Comedy On Television category, going head-to-head with Netflix, which has the other three specials, significant.

HBO has Nikki Glaser: Someday You’ll Die, Seth Meyers: Dad Man Walking and Ramy Youssef: More Feelings competing against Netflix’s Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was, Adam Sandler: Love You and Ali Wong: Single Lady.

Last year, the first year the Golden Globes launched this category, Ricky Gervais beat Rock,...

IndieWire, the definitive outlet for creative independence in film and TV, announced on Thursday, November 21 new additions to the latest edition of its biannual IndieWire Honors event. Curated and selected by IndieWire’s editorial team, IndieWire Honors is a celebration of the filmmakers, artisans, and performers responsible for some of the most stellar offerings of this year’s film awards season.

Today’s newly announced honorees include Spotlight Award winner “Emilia Pérez” star Selena Gomez, and Emily Bear and Abigail Barlow, Breakthrough Award winners as songwriters for “Moana 2.” They join previously announced honorees Denis Villeneuve, Pamela Anderson, Steve McQueen, Luca Guadagnino, Justin Kuritzkes, Jennifer Lopez, Amy Pascal, Angela Patton, Natalie Rae, RaMell Ross, Chris Sanders, and Adam Stockhausen.

Additionally, IndieWire has announced that the December event will be hosted by “Blink Twice” star Simon Rex, returning to the hosting role that first drew him acclaim. Previous IndieWire Honors emcees include Emmy winner Alex Edelman,...

The Hollywood Reporter teamed up with Peacock on Wednesday night to celebrate “Killer Women in Comedy,” led by the streamer’s upcoming series Based on a True Story and Laid.

Based on a True Story — which stars Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina as a true-crime obsessed couple who investigate nearby murders, while also producing a podcast with whom they believe is the killer — returns for its second season on Nov. 21; Laid — a new series starring Stephanie Hsu as a woman who learns the past men she’s slept with are suddenly dying and is out to figure out why, with the help of her best friend (played by Zosia Mamet) — premieres Dec. 19.

In honor of the shows, THR and Peacock co-hosted a party on the Universal lot, toasting Cuoco, Hsu and Mamet as well as a variety of female comedians, writers, performers and creators across the industry. Quinta Brunson, Fortune Feimster,...

Ali Wong is directing and producing a new comedy special from Frankie Quiñones, which will premiere on Hulu as part of its upcoming Hularious program.

The stand-up hour is produced by Irwin Entertainment. A release date and title have yet to be announced.

“To have my homegirl Ali Wong produce and direct my first one-hour special is a dream come true. Thanks to Hulu/Disney for making this possible. Be ready for some vulnerable ridiculousness. That’s what’s up,” Quiñones said in a statement.

Added Wong: “Frankie, on and offstage, was always one of the funniest coming up in the Bay Area comedy scene. I’m really honored to be directing and producing his first stand up special because his hour is unlike anything I’ve ever seen. People mostly know him as Creeper from the viral Cholofit videos or from his hilarious performance in ‘This Fool,’ so...

As Hulu continues to bulk up his comedy coffers, the platform announced a new hour from comedian Ralph Barbosa.

The news comes just weeks before Hulu rolls out its ambitious stand-up initiative, which it has cheekily titled “Hularious.” Jim Gaffigan will serve as the brand’s guinea pig, with his new special, Jim Gaffigan: The Skinny, kicking it off Nov. 22. Other hours, from major names like Bill Burr, Sebastian Maniscalco and Roy Wood Jr., will follow. The Barbosa special has not yet been dated, and its focus, at least for now, is being kept under wraps.

Unlike Burr, Gaffigan and Maniscalco, who are all arena-playing vets, Barbosa is considerably greener in his career. In fact, the 28-year-old made his debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in early 2023, and then swiftly kicked off his theater tour, Ralph Barbosa: The Super Cool Ass Tour, the following year. This is not his first special,...

Ralph Barbosa has set his second stand-up special at Hulu.

The comic, who self-identifies as “one of the shyest attention hogs to ever do comedy,” became a breakout star of 2023 after the release of his Netflix special, “Cowabunga,” which ranked at No. 3 on the streamer’s television chart during its premiere week.

The new comedy hour will launch as part of Hulu’s new stand-up initiative, Hularious. It will be available to stream domestically on Hulu and internationally on Disney+. A release date or title has not yet been announced.

Named one of Variety‘s 10 Comics to Watch for 2024, Barbosa is currently touring theaters on his North American tour, dubbed “Ralph Barbosa, The Super Cool Ass Tour.” He has featured on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and has performed stand-up for Comedy Central. In November 2022, he starred in the HBO Max comedy special “Entre Nos: The Winners 3,” and his...

Comedian Zarna Garg has inked a deal for a stand-up special with Hulu, becoming the latest to take part in their new comedy brand, Hularious.

No specifics on the special were provided, other than that Rotten Science is producing, and that it will launch domestically on Hulu and Disney+ internationally.

Stated Garg, “I’m beyond excited to join the Hulu family and bring families together for my comedy special! Just make sure they get back to their math homework afterward.”

An Indian immigrant mom known for her sharp, relatable family humor, Garg’s first streaming special, One in a Billion, premiered on Prime Video last year. Recently seen in hit SXSW film A Nice Indian Boy, she’s developing the sitcom Zarna, produced by Mindy Kaling and Kevin Hart, at CBS, as we were first to report, and will unveil her debut book next spring. Also known for her Zarna Garg Family Podcast,...

Zarna Garg has set a new stand-up special at Hulu.

Produced by Rotten Science, the comedy hour will launch as part of Hulu’s new stand-up initiative, Hularious. A release date or title has not yet been announced.

“I’m beyond excited to join the Hulu family and bring families together for my comedy special! Just make sure they get back to their math homework afterward,” Garg said in a statement.

Garg is an Indian-born comedian and screenwriter who escaped an arranged marriage and later moved to the United States. She was a stay-at-home mother for 16 years before her children encouraged her to try stand-up comedy. After performing at open mics in New York City, she began winning competitions for stand-up comedy and screenwriting, and was recognized by Kevin Hart and Hillary Clinton.

Garg’s first comedy special, “One in a Billion,” was released on Amazon Prime Video in 2023. She...

Sebastian Maniscalco is headed to Hulu.

In what is considered a sizable coup for the platform, Maniscalco’s latest hour will debut as part of Hulu’s new standup initiative, which will kick off next month under the headline “Hularious.” The special, which is not yet dated, is expected to tackle what Maniscalco sees as the absurdities of modern life, from nonexistent manners and wallet-winced prices to the chaos of social media. It will be filmed during his top-selling “It Ain’t Right” tour.

“How many times do you catch yourself thinking, ‘It Ain’t Right’?” he said in a statement Thursday. “This special is my way of uniting us to laugh at the ridiculousness of the world around us, and I’m thrilled to share it with my fans. So, get your sweats on, pop yourself some popcorn, and get ready to laugh.”

Done+Dusted, which produced the 74th Emmy Awards,...

Matteo Lane is the latest comedian to join Hulu’s stand-up comedy lineup.

Lane will host a new stand-up special for Hulu under the streamer’s Hularious comedy banner, which is set to launch in November with Jim Gaffigan. Subsequent monthly specials are also set for Bill Burr, Ilana Glazer, Roy Wood Jr., Atsuko Okatsuka, Jessica Kirson and Chris Distefano.

Lane’s special, which will launch domestically on Hulu and on Disney+ internationally, is set to be taped on Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica. Further information regarding the special’s release date is not available at this time.

“I am thrilled to be part of the Disney/Hulu family,” Lane said in a Tuesday statement. “This is the closest I’ll get to becoming the 5th Golden Girl.”

With a previous life as an oil painter and classically trained opera singer in Italy,...

Hulu is continuing to double down on stand-up specials.

The streamer will air Chris Distefano’s third stand-up special as it ramps up its moves into comedy.

Distefano’s hour-long special – It’s Just Unfortunate – is exec produced by Jimmy Kimmel.

He joins the likes of Jim Gaffigan, Bill Burr, Ilana Glazer, Roy Wood Jr., Atsuko Okatsuka and Jessica Kirson, who are bringing their stand-up specials to the Disney-backed streamer as it looks to take on the likes of Netflix by aggressively moving into the genre.

Hulu has also licensed a number of specials from the likes of 800 Pound Gorilla, Comedy Dynamics, and Don’t Tell Comedy.

Last year, Distefano sold out Radio City Music Hall and the Theater at Madison Square Garden. He started his career on MTV’s Guy Code and Girl Code before starring in IFC’s Benders, co-hosting Netflix’s Ultimate Beastmaster and hosting Vice TV’s Super Maximum Retro Show.

Chris Distefano is bringing his comedy to Hulu.

His latest hour, which is being executive produced by Jimmy Kimmel, arrives as the streaming service makes an aggressive push into the stand-up arena, elbowing its way into an increasingly frothy market that’s been dominated by Netflix in recent years. It’s Just Unfortunate, as Distefano’s new special is titled, is his third, following previous hours Size 38 Waist and Speshy Weshy at Comedy Central and Netflix, respectively.

The Hulu stand-up initiative, which it’s dubbed “Hularious,” is set to kick off in earnest in November with a special from comedy vet Jim Gaffigan. From there, it will look to distinguish itself from rivals by dropping a new hour each month. “The mantra is very much quality over quantity,” Hulu’s head of scripted content Jordan Helman told THR of the platform’s curated approach. As part of its effort to...

A group of pro-Palestine actors, writers, directors and crew is taking their fight to SAG-AFTRA.

Mark Ruffalo, Cynthia Nixon, Common, Susan Sarandon and Rosie O’Donnell are among the more than 700 movie and TV professionals to sign an open letter from SAG-AFTRA & Sister Guild Members for Ceasefire, calling for an end to the “industry’s McCarthyist repression of members who acknowledge Palestinian suffering.”

Other signatories include Ramy Youssef, Riz Ahmed, Busy Philipps, Griffin Dunne, Kendrick Sampson, Indya Moore, Haaz Sleiman, Sara Ramirez, Tavi Gevinson, Bobbi Menuez, Atsuko Okatsuka, Leo Sheng, Poppy Liu, Isis King, E.R. Fightmaster, Angelica Ross, Lexi Underwood, Zoe Chao, Dylan Adler, Jordan Hull, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Jacob Tobia, Josh Thomas and more. Read it in full below.

Following Hamas’ October 7 terrorist attack on Israel and the Israeli government’s subsequent attacks on Gaza, SAG-AFTRA previously shared a statement in support of the Jewish people.

The open letter acknowledged that...

Jessica Kirson is teaming up with Hulu for her second stand-up special. She joins the streamer’s “Hularious” lineup, which officially bows in November and also includes comedians Bill Burr, Jim Gaffigan, Roy Wood Jr., Atsuko Okatsuka and Ilana Glazer.

The name and launch date of Kirson’s next special, which will premiere on Hulu domestically and Disney+ internationally, will be revealed at a later date.

“I am honored to be a part of the Disney family and that Hulu has chosen to feature my next special as part of their comedy initiative,” she said in a Thursday statement. “People always ask me, ‘Is it hard to be a female comedian?’ I always say, ‘I don’t know; you should ask them.'”

Kirson’s comedy career, which spans over two decades, began in clubs in New York City. Since then, she has racked up nearly one billion views on social media,...

Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka is set to debut her sophomore special on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally, Disney announced on Tuesday.

Okatsuka is getting into business with Hulu after debuting her first special, The Intruder, on HBO in 2022. While no title or logline for her new hour has been disclosed, she’ll tape it at El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood on Saturday November 9 as part of a newly added date on her 2024 “Full Grown Tour,” produced by Live Nation. Further information, including its premiere date, is forthcoming.

Okatsuka’s “Full Grown Tour” continues September 13 with 20 dates across the U.S. and Canada. Presale tickets for the LA shows will be available beginning September 4 at 10 a.m. local with general on-sale beginning September 6 at the same time.

Stated Okatsuka, “As a company that pioneered cartoons, it was only a matter of time until they asked to work with me.

Atsuko Okatsuka is joining the likes of Jim Gaffigan, Bill Burr, Roy Wood Jr. and Ilana Glazer in the Hularious comedy brand lineup, with her second stand-up special set to premiere on the streamer and Disney+ internationally.

The special, whose title, launch date and other information will be revealed at a later date, will be filmed during Okatsuka’s newly added Los Angeles date on her 2024 Full Grown Tour produced by Live Nation, which will take place on Nov. 9 at Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre.

The tour, which includes 20 stops across the U.S. and Canada, kicks off on Sept. 13, with presale tickets for the L.A. shows available starting Sept. 4 at 10 a.m. local time and general on-sale available Sept. 6 at 10 a.m. local time. Full Grown has sold out theaters worldwide with over 200 shows in more than 100 cities in 20 countries and over 100,000 tickets sold.

“As a company that pioneered cartoons,...

Comedian Chris Fleming has had it with Saturday Night Live. He’s heard that cocaine is back at 30 Rock, according to a video he posted this week on Instagram. If that’s the case, he maintained, where’s the rush? Where’s the excitement? “Let’s see some results then! You’re doing coke to do a Zillow sketch? At least Belushi used to run through a wall!”

If the gang at SNL is going to do coke, he argued, they better be on stage at Wembley Stadium scatting some gibberish nonsense. “You better be Mork & Mindy, Season One if you are on cocaine.”

It’s a crime to do coke simply to be boring or “to bomb at the Weekend Update desk,” he said. If Colin Jost is on coke, Fleming “swears to God” that he’ll carry out some unnamed threat in frustration.

All of the coke talk...

Mike Birbiglia swam on over to Largo in Los Angeles on Monday night to host a special fundraiser with some help from his celebrity friends.

The multi-hyphenate and stand-up star, currently Emmy-nominated for writing his latest special, The Old Man and the Pool, fronted the event Mike Birbiglia and Friends which raised nearly $20,000 for Ymca of Greater Los Angeles. Who needs a punchline when the recipient of the Birbiglia’s goodwill alone might make some double over. His critically-acclaimed special, which was performed on Broadway and filmed as a special for Netflix, features many jokes about his time at the Ymca, it’s “over-chlorinated pool,” and how it ultimately changed his life. There’s also a joke about the plethora of penises in the locker room, but that’s beside the point.

Joining Birbiglia were Judd Apatow, Nick Kroll, Larry Wilmore, Atsuko Okatsuka and Billy Strings, who performed for the...

Hulu’s stand-up push continues with Ilana Glazer.

The Broad City alum will debut her second special, Human Magic, on the platform Dec. 20. The hour, which Rotten Science and Starrpix will produce and Jeff Tomsic is set to direct, was taped in early May in Toronto. It will air internationally on Disney+.

The new hour arrives a month after Jim Gaffigan’s November special, which will kick off Hulu’s monthly stand-up initiative, which it’s dubbed “Hularious.” The platform has also lined up hours from Bill Burr, Daily Show vet Roy Wood Jr. and, pending deals, Sebastian Maniscalco, Atsuko Okatsuka and Jessica Kirson. As part of the new effort, Hulu will also launch a curated collection of licensed specials, a mix of iconic hours and recent releases.

“The mantra is very much quality over quantity,” Hulu’s head of scripted content Jordan Helman said recently of the platform’s curated approach.

Within Group Therapy’s opening moments, clips from top comedians reveal the struggles often beneath humor’s surface. Statistics on isolation and anguish roll as George Carlin matter-of-factly states society’s failures supporting mental wellness.

We then meet the film’s subjects: Tig Notaro opens up after battling cancer and grief. Gary Gulman discusses depression leading to suicidal thoughts and institutionalization, though medication now helps. Mike Birbiglia speaks of nearly three decades of therapy and loss impacting his craft. Nicole Byer and London Hughes face industry racism and body insecurity.

Director Neil Berkeley brilliantly pairs frank interviews with these risk-takers and others with Neil Patrick Harris’s group therapy, moderated with empathy. Laughter remains, but now shines light on shadows many brave souls face, creating joy for others.

We watch personal discovery and authenticity battles, themes resonating as performers showcase how life influences acts. Through it all, we glimpse challenges...

“Dungeons and Drag Queens” star Monét X Change has landed her own variety talk series at “Dimension 20” streamer Dropout.

Titled “Monét’s Slumber Party,” the show is described as an “edgy, playful and queer variety show” where “Monét X Change will welcome friends, comedians and other celebrities to an adult sleepover.”

“Combining honest conversation with a little mischief, ‘Monét’s Slumber Party’ will tackle taboo subjects like sex, dating and relationships with openness and humor,” per Dropout.

Think “Pee-Wee’s Playhouse,” because that’s the show entertainment company formerly known as CollegeHumor invoked in the variety series’ concept details: “The set comes to life with in-universe characters who transition us to new segments, do interstitial bits, commentate on what’s happening, and serve as general helpers and friends in Monét’s world.” The recurring characters part of this season include Priscilla Davies, Jonathan Kidder and Kevin McDonald.

Alongside the “Playhouse” element,...

Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for The Bikeriders, Kinds of Kindness and Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.

The Bikeriders premiere

Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, Mike Faist and Norman Reedus joined writer-director Jeff Nichols at the L.A. premiere of their Focus Features film on Monday. Jason Momoa also showed his support at the premiere, rolling up on his own motorcycle with daughter Lola.

Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, Jeff Nichols and Norman Reedus Lola Iolani Momoa and Jason Momoa

I Am: Celine Dion special screening

Celine Dion made a rare red carpet appearance at the NYC premiere of her new Prime Video documentary on Monday, joining director Irene Taylor.

Director Irene Taylor and Celine Dion

Carol Burnett’s Hand and Footprint Ceremony

Carol Burnett had her hands and feet immortalized in cement in front...

The 2024 Tribeca Festival kicked off June 5 with the world premiere of the documentary Diane Furstenberg: Woman In Charge, launching the 12-day New York-set fest that features narrative and documentary competitions as well as a slew of A-list panels that always seem to make news.

Among the 108 feature films in this year’s lineup includes world premieres of movies starring Kristen Stewart, Lily Gladstone, Elizabeth Banks, Naomie Harris and Jenna Ortega to name a few. In addition to Furstenberg, high profile documentaries include Brats, Andrew McCarthy’s look back at the Brat Pack, and ¡Casa Bonita Mi Amor!, about South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone restoring an iconic Colorado restaurant.

Check out Deadline’s reviews from the festival, and keep checking back as new titles are added. Click on the film’s title to read our full review.

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Directors: Andrew McCarthy

With: Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy,...

As Emma (Margaret Cho) grieves her recently deceased dog, her erstwhile coworker Kayla (Missi Pyle) tries to extend a bit of comfort. “My grandma used to say that, once they know they’re yours, they’ll always be with you,” she says. “Even when they’re gone, they’ll find a way to let you know they’re still there.”

It’s the sort of well-meaning, well-worn sentiment that anyone who’s suffered such a tragedy has certainly heard before, and that, depending on the context, might read as trite bullshit or a profound insight. All That We Love takes it as its north star, and turns it into the latter. What could sound on paper like a saccharine sobfest becomes a gentle meditation on love in all its forms, and the grooves it leaves behind even after the objects of our affection have gone.

Fair warning, though: You will cry during this one,...

Neil Berkley’s Group Therapy is a poignant, hilarious and moving exploration of the intersections between comedy, grief and mental illness. Starring a stellar cast of comedians including Neil Patrick Harris, Gary Gulman, Nicole Byer, Mike Birbiglia, London Hughes, Tig Notaro and Atsuko Okatsuka, the film delves into the ways these performers use humor as a coping mechanism and a form of catharsis.

The film kicks off with a darkly comedic clip of George Carlin, setting the tone by discussing suicide and mental health statistics in America. This seamlessly transitions into clips of various comedians opening up about their struggles with mental illness, the medications they take, and the traumas they’ve endured. It’s a stark yet effective way to frame the narrative, immediately drawing viewers into the raw and unfiltered realities these comedians face. Each comedian in the film shares their journey of developing their unique sense of humor,...

“All That We Love” is not, at first brush, a lovable film. Or perhaps the midlife crisis meets coming-of-age drama led by Margaret Cho is too lovable and therefore falls flat for its earnestness?

Cho stars as Emma, an empty nester who realizes just how alone she truly is after the death of her family dog Tanner. Emma is frustrated at work, faced with the return of her ex-husband Andy (Kenneth Choi), and forced to confront the fact that her daughter Maggie (Alice Lee) is relocating to Australia with her boyfriend (Devon Bostick). Basically, Emma is having a bad time. The only bright spot in Emma’s social circle, it seems, is her friendship with Stan (Jesse Tyler Ferguson), who is also dealing with a loss of his own…and a crisis reaction that includes purchasing a motorcycle.

As Stan comforts Emma, she begins to reevaluate the (non-canine) relationships in her life.

"I think stand-up seems wrought with so much insecurity." Hartbeat has revealed the first official trailer for a documentary titled Group Therapy, a film about comedians and mental health. This is premiering in a few weeks at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, hence the trailer showing up now before its debut. Kevin Hart's Hartbeat is a global media company creating entertainment at the intersection of comedy & culture. Hosted by Neil Patrick Harris, Group Therapy is a witty exploration of mental health challenges through relatable conversations, striking a balance between depth and levity. "Sharing is therapeutic." Anchored by Harris as a moderator, Group Therapy features humorous conversations with Mike Birbiglia, Nicole Byer, Gary Gulman, London Hughes, Tig Notaro, and Atsuko Okatsuka. Berkeley implements a clever framing of this ensemble narrative as we listen in on the comedians bravely revealing the connections between their professional comedy journeys and mental health struggles. Sounds good!

An array of successful comedians share experiences from their mental health journeys in the trailer for the documentary feature Group Therapy.

Director Neil Berkeley’s film hails from Kevin Hart’s company Hartbeat and is set to premiere June 6 at the Tribeca Festival. Group Therapy features stand-up comedy stars sitting down for a group therapy session hosted by Neil Patrick Harris to discuss memories from childhood and how mental health relates to their professional journeys. The movie includes group dialogue, personal revelations and archival stand-up moments.

The cast includes Tig Notaro, Nicole Byer, Mike Birbiglia, London Hughes, Gary Gulman and Atsuko Okatsuka.

“To be clear, I am not a therapist,” Harris quips in the trailer. The star adds, “I think stand-up seems wrought with so much insecurity.”

In explaining how her mental health helped inform her career, Notaro shares, “I found myself making jokes about these different things that I...

Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for If, Bridgerton and Hit Man.

If premiere

Writer-director John Krasinski joined stars Ryan Reynolds, Steve Carell, Cailey Fleming, Fiona Shaw, Alan Kim, Emily Blunt, Bradley Cooper, Awkwafina, Matt Damon, Amy Schumer, Maya Rudolph, Bobby Moynihan and Christopher Meloni at the New York premiere of If on Monday.

Bobby Moynihan, Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, Fiona Shaw and Alan Kim Bradley Cooper

Bridgerton premiere

Nicola Coughlan, Luke Newton, Claudia Jessie, Adjoa Andoh, Ruth Gemmell, Lorraine Ashbourne, Simone Ashley and Jonathan Bailey walked the carpet on Monday at the New York premiere of Bridgerton‘s third season.

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Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion premiere

The Paley Center for Media hosted the world premiere of documentary Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion in Los Angeles on Monday,...

Screen Rant presents first look images from the Tribeca Film Festival 2024 pick Nuked - a wild story of couples facing a nuclear bomb after a cannabis-infused meal. Nuked stars an impressive cast including Anna Camp, Justin Bartha, Lucy Punch, and more - check out the first-look images here. Exciting films to watch out for at Tribeca 2024 include Sacramento, All That We Love, Group Therapy, and more! Don't miss out.

Nuked is a new comedy coming to Tribeca Film Festival 2024, and Screen Rant has first-look images from the film. The movies story is a recipe for hilarity, seeing couples spend a night away for a 40th birthday blowout when, after ingesting a full cannabis-infused meal, they learn that a nuclear bomb will soon drop near them. The movie was written and directed by Deena Kashper, who makes her feature film directorial debut.

Screen Rant is happy to share a first look at images from Nuked,...

Comedian and actor Nick Offerman kicked off his Thursday night show at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre with a cheeky song about he was going to “keep it PG-13” for the night. While the sentiment didn’t last too long, the songs sure did.

The show, titled Nick Offerman and Friends vs Climate Crisis, was part of the Netflix is a Joke Fest that has taken over Los Angeles for the last week, and was put on in support of environmental non-profit Natural Resources Defense Council (Nrdc).

A known outdoorsman, Offerman told the crowd he was a “huge fan” of the organization before jumping into his opening song, but not before offering the non-profit a quick suggestion for what the night’s funds should be used towards. “I want to hope they’ll use some of the proceeds from tonight to think tank a flashier name,” Offerman joked with audience.

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Jonah Hill is hopping back into the director's chair with Outcome, an upcoming Apple Studios film that he also wrote and is co-producing. It was previously announced that Hill would star in the film alongside Cameron Diaz, Keanu Reeves, and Matt Bomer, and now a new slew of players have been added to the film. David Spade, Laverne Cox, Susan Lucci, Kaia Gerber, Roy Wood Jr., and Atsuko Okatsuka have all joined the cast of Outcome, according to Deadline. With all of these names, it appears that the film is shaping up to be a large ensemble.

Exclusive: Jonah Hill has rounded out the cast of Outcome, the dark comedy that he wrote and is directing and starring in for Apple. Newcomers include Susan Lucci (All My Children), David Spade (The Wrong Missy), Laverne Cox (Orange Is the New Black), Kaia Gerber (Palm Royale), Roy Wood Jr. (The Daily Show) and Atsuko Okatsuka (The Intruder).

No word on the roles to be played by the new cast members. As previously announced, Keanu Reeves leads the ensemble of the Apple Original Film, which will also star Cameron Diaz and Matt Bomer.

Written by Hill and Ezra Woods, Outcome centers on Reef (Reeves), a damaged Hollywood star who must dive into the dark depths of his past to confront his demons and make amends after he is extorted with a mysterious video clip from his past.

An Apple Studios production, the film will be produced by Matt Dines, Ali Goodwin...

Very few people tell jokes as well as Mike Birbiglia, but landing on the perfect punchline isn’t as easy as the expert storyteller makes it seem. In the new Peacock documentary special “Good One: A Show About Jokes,” Birbiglia takes his show on the road to try out material for his new show. The special debuts on Tuesday, March 26, and along the way, he chats with other comedians as he weaves personal anecdotes with witty observations to build his latest set. You can watch with a subscription to Peacock.

How to Watch 'Good One: A Show About Jokes' When: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Where: Peacock Stream: Watch with a subscription to Peacock. Sign Up$5.99+ / month peacocktv.com About 'Good One: A Show About Jokes'

This Peacock original special adapts the popular Vulture comedy podcast, “Good One: A Show About Jokes” as it follows one of the most acclaimed comedians and storytellers...

Watch Good One: A Show About Jokes on Peacock for a peek into the art and process of stand-up comedy with Mike Birbiglia. The documentary special features insights on jokes and development from Birbiglia after his Broadway show. From personal truths to new material, follow Birbiglia on his comedy journey from Providence to D.C.

If you like stand-up comedy and are interested in the actual art and composition of it, the new Peacock special Good One: A Show About Jokes is just for you. The delightful comedian and filmmaker Mike Birbiglia is the subject of this hybrid comedy-documentary special that takes its name from a Vulture podcast hosted by Jesse David Fox which interviews comedians about the development of specific jokes and bits. The special also features Seth Meyers, Joe Birbiglia, Hasan Minhaj, and Atsuko Okatsuka, and others. Read the synopsis below:

"A Peacock Original adaptation of the popular Vulture comedy podcast,...

Exclusive: 3 Arts veteran Josh Lieberman is leaving the management and production company to join Brillstein Entertainment Partners. Also joining Brillstein is Allie Veneris of Authentic Talent & Literary Management.

“We’re excited to continue our focused expansion with the addition of Josh and Allie,” said Jon Liebman and Cynthia Pett, Brillstein’s co-ceo’s. “They have great clients, great taste, and great futures ahead.”

Lieberman was at 3 Arts for almost two decades, having started at the company — now majority owned by Lionsgate — in June 2004 as an assistant.

The list of his clients, dominated by multi-hyphenates in the comedy space, include Dave Attell, Atsuko Okatsuka, Karan Soni, Moshe Kasher, Katherine Ryan, Vanessa Gonzalez, Noah Garfinkel, Brent Morin, David Nihill, Jiaoying Summers, Sara Weinshenk, Jessi Cruickshank, Sarah Burns, Marc Evan Jackson as well as WWE’s Sami Zayn.

For Veneris, this marks a return to Brillstein where she was a college intern in the early 2010s.