The History of Comedy

Season 2

TV-MA

Utilizing archival footage punctuated by contemporary interviews with comedy legends and scholars, this is the history of not only what makes us laugh, but how comedy has affected the social and political landscape throughout history.

Where to Watch The History of Comedy • Season 2

6 Episodes

Carnal Knowledge
E1
Carnal KnowledgeHow sexual humor, one of the oldest forms of comedy, pushes the limits of both comfort and political correctness.
Sketch & Improv
E2
Sketch & ImprovExploring the history of sketch and improv comedy and how it evolved into a significant part of comedic talent today.
Drawn To Be Funny
E3
Drawn To Be FunnyThe history between animation and comedy.
Gone Too Soon
E4
Gone Too SoonExploring the passing of comedic legends and how the connection with their audiences make the loss more significant.
In It Together
E5
In It TogetherThe history of comedic duos and the evolution of comedy teams.
No Offense
E6
No OffenseExploring family-friendly comedy and the struggles of abiding by strict network censors.