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Such a lovable and joyous set. There is an abundance of hilarious skits and jokes (admittedly Martin Short kinda steals the show), but unfortunately there are plenty of jokes that miss the mark as well. All in all it's not the funniest comedy set I've seen, but it's probably the most wholesome (it sorta reminded me of Jerry Before Seinfeld in this regard). It's not for everybody, but if you think the title is funny, then I'd say you'll probably enjoy the show.

Fantastic show. Two great comedians who met on the set of one of the all time classic comedies - The Three Amigos. It's great how they bounce off each other. Definitely one to watch

35 years on stage. I am 40 years old. These guys are my whole life. forget the 2000 births learned on the comedy disney channel. this show is gorgeous. It's like it's been around for 35 years.

Ignore the haters! People today don't understand tasteful, articulate, and classic humor. Martin and Short are hilarious, delivering their lines with ease and yet with a dab of spontaneity. Their comedy isn't too off color but has a bit of an edge surrounded with a family vibe. The music was great too! Watch and appreciate these legends.

I have watched quite a few Netflix comedy specials featuring comedians doing very difficult material, or doing very crude and modern stuff, so the offer of two Hollywood comedians hitting the screen did appeal to me. This delivered just what I had hoped, which is to say that it was polished, well-rehearsed, but very well-delivered. The setup is simple, which is that that Martin and Short open together, have some time on-stage alone, but mostly are together as a duo. They zing off each other in the way old pros do, and the one-liners are mostly strong.

There are a few comments here about them being elitist and talking themselves up as being famous, but I think those people miss that this is part of the joke. They actually jab at one another really well, each letting themselves be a target for the other. The chemistry is good throughout, and the two men are good individually and together, with timing and delivery from decades in the business. It feels a bit old fashioned compared to the more edgy (but less funny) Netflix comedy specials, but this is part of its charm and a bit part of it working.

Very polished, natural, charming, and funny throughout - well worth a look.

The concept is heartening, if not the execution. My wife went to see this show last year and said it was much funnier in person (also adding that it's been truncated for Netflix consumption). Martin and Short are two reliable names in comedy, and getting to see these two on stage is appealing, let me tell you. Not all of the jokes were gold, and only a couple of them really close the deal.

But as much as Steve Martin owns the stage with his banjo (and a top-shelf backing from the Steep Canyon Rangers), Martin Short's mildly deranged sense of humor provides the memorable gags.

In the end, an enjoyable evening.

This special was great! It was exactly what I'd hoped for and more. The fact that Martin and Short were at the height of their careers in the 1970s and '80s doesn't mean that they've suddenly become unfunny. My only critique is that it wasn't a bit longer.

Every bad review here is ridiculous. People upset over jokes are people that should skip comedy shows. Others who thought this was somehow self-congratulatory of the team is taking everything literally. What you saw is called satire; look into it. And finally my very favorite reviewer who felt "insulted" because there may have been jokes or lines that weren't politically correct. And then, to take time out of his precious little free time, (wait, I'm weeping!) to write a review because he was just so angry, as if Martin and Short had personally insulted him.

Again, the special is great! And boy, do I miss the IMDb message boards sometimes....

I'm a comedy fan but somehow both Steve Martin and Martin Short have escaped me. As someone who's never experienced their comedy, I had a truly pleasant experience. They have a great comradery and bounce off each other well. A little over rehearsed at times, but it made me smile and feel a little warm inside. Martin Short's impressions were excellent, and whilst his physical comedy doesn't always sit well with me, his 70s style comedy transcends the ages. Steve Martin almost seems a bystander to Short's comedy at times, but his stories make up for it (as the far better storyteller). Overall, it's a pleasant watch that is nothing like today's comedy. Apparently these two comedians have influenced today's prominent comics, and you can tell. Louis CK gets his story style from Short, Gervais pulls from Martin's intelligent wit and self deprecation. As long as you expect an understated experience to enjoy two people working well together, you will have an entirely pleasant experience. 7/10

Steve Martin and Martin Short have been two of the most notable comedians of the past few decades, so it only makes sense that they would perform together. "Steve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life" features their concert in Greenville, South Carolina. One fine performance. My favorite parts were the photos from their younger days, Martin playing the banjo, and Short in the costume (whether you use their first names or last names, it still sounds like one of their names).

I liked the movie, and I hope that these guys continue performing for as long as they can.

If you're a millennial, it probably won't make much sense, but for those of us who remember SNL in the original, unedited glory days? All those jokes that make you go "Wow" and "OMG" I remember all those films... Yeah. Thanks guys. Going to re watch all those films.

~When is Steve Martin making another 'Jerk' Movie? LOL

So this was supposed to be funny? Smart? Intelligent? Relevant? Actually none of the above. I gave it 5/10 because I don't like to be harsh, but really this was bad.

I can go on and on about how much I enjoyed this show but I will say this.... This is how comedy is done. Two classics doing what they do best!!!!

A fun night of comedy with some great zingers and real chemistry between the two. Nothing really overtly political or topical, just classic era bits and a celebration of two of the best of all time.

I wasn't sure what to expect, and quickly realized how baseless was my hesitation. These are two veteran titans of stage entertainment, who showed how it's really done. That is, not to knock other comedians, but these guys effortlessly generated laughs without rrsorting to cussing, pornographic or otherwise highly lewd commentary. It was very refreshing in that sense, and yet still had edge and challenge. IMO they really lived up to their legendary status.

I grew up watching these two in the movies and on TV and to see them again on stage it made my day!! Very funny stuff!! If your a fan like me you will definitely enjoy this!!! I have NO idea why some people rate this bad but Fake news is everywhere these days!

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Grego

3/27/18. These two elder comedians of yore (yes, they are that old) are still pretty funny in this two-men show. Comedy usually doesn't age well but Martin and Short can still make it work. Catch for a stroll down memory lane.

I don't think I'm exaggerating excessively when I say that the last time Steve Martin was really, TRULY funny was probably in the movie Dirty Rotten Scoundrels - thirty years ago now - and that I honestly had no idea that Martin Short was still alive.

To be fair, they play with this unfortunate situation in the show, but everything they do and say - right down to the 'seated conversation' part of the act - is so lifeless and scripted and overrehearsed the whole thing felt like an Oscars Ceremony number spun out to over an hour, or corny patter from a Bob Hope and Dean Martin telethon from the sixties. I honestly never even smiled once.

Steve Martin seems like a really nice guy, and I'd love to see him make a comedy as great as The Jerk, The Man With Two Brains or the Three Amigos again. But he doesn't HAVE to, he's certainly done enough, and I like it that he's out there picking his banjo and playing music instead. He's earned his comfy retirement and his hobbies.

But I can't say this is any good when it isn't. And in truth, I really don't know who this is even meant for, except for maybe the guys playing golf at the country club.

There's nothing glaringly, astoundingly WRONG with this special, there's just nothing at all appealing or interesting either. And you really will forget it ever existed just as soon as you stop watching it.

So, yes... some of the jokes were hokey... could have done with a little less of the hating on each other. But I absolutely loved the stories and pictures... it was like sitting with friends over coffee and chatting about the past. I also really enjoyed the banjo playing... now I have to go buy some of his music. Short's music was fun and lighthearted. Would like to see them do another one of these.

What a great show. Very Entertaining and just really FUNNY ! They work like 2 peas in a pod and fabulous Music thru out

It was great watching these guys. They are two people who can make one laugh without saying a word. They start by trading insults in the kindest way and then get a chance to exhibit their individual talents. I wish short would have done more singing because his parodies of contemporary songs are quite wonderful. There were a couple of down moments but the good stuff totally cancelled these out.

Steve Martin and Martin Short are very talented and funny men. There's something everybody can relate to this show but it is the baby boomers who grew up with these men. It was so refreshing watching a comedy special that wasn't all about politics. I loved the Three Amigos but my favorite Steve Martin movie has to be Father of the Bride series.

I very much enjoyed the talented comedic timing of these two legends. Everything from concept to execution was spot on. It was so refreshing to see a modern update to the fun roast sessions of comedy's past.

The only reason I took off a star was because Steve Martin seems a little tired especially next to Martin Short's energy. And that's a shame.

And Martin Short's step brother to Jesus bit was entertaining for sure but I personally wasn't a fan of the subject materially. But it's all good.

Overall, I laughed my head off.

Best line came from Martin Short when he says "Kim's so dumb she thinks soy milk is Spanish for 'I am milk."

Hahahaha. That one got me good.

Well done, you two.