Black Comedy in America
Talk
Documentary
Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and the late Bernie Mac unite to make comedy magic, launching their careers into the stratosphere.
Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Tuesday, November 18
Kevin Hart
Season 1 • Episode 9
Kevin Hart overcomes a series of early setbacks and hones his comedic voice to become a star.
Tuesday, November 18
Our Roots
Season 1 • Episode 7
The origin story of Black comedy includes slave tradition and breakout triumphs.
Tuesday, November 18
The Original Kings of Comedy
Season 1 • Episode 1
Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and the late Bernie Mac make comedy magic.
Tuesday, November 18
Richard Pryor
Season 1 • Episode 5
Richard Pryor blazes a trail that includes transformational appearances.
Tuesday, December 2
Def Comedy Jam
Season 1 • Episode 2
Russell Simmons and Stan Lathan fuse a hip-hop sensibility with cutting-edge comedy voices.
Tuesday, December 2
Richard Pryor
Season 1 • Episode 5
Richard Pryor blazes a trail that includes transformational appearances.
Tuesday, December 2
Kevin Hart
Season 1 • Episode 9
Kevin Hart overcomes a series of early setbacks and hones his comedic voice to become a star.
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