S1 E1: The Original Kings of Comedy
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.
44 minutes
Black Comedy in America
The history of Black comedy and its impact on America; exploring its lore and legends, interacting with comic icons and cultural figures to understand how Black comedy has shaped America for over a century.
Cast: Lawrence Ross, Chris Spencer, Suli McCullough
Director: FredAnthony Smith, Leslie Small, Julian Gooden
S1 E2: Def Comedy Jam
Russell Simmons and Stan Lathan fuse a hip-hop sensibility with cutting-edge comedy voices to create a groundbreaking franchise with enduring cultural impact.
44 minutes
S1 E3: 70's Sitcoms
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.
44 minutes
S1 E4: Our Roots
The origin story of Black comedy includes slave tradition, the chitlin' circuit, racial stereotypes, Jim Crow segregation on the road, and breakout triumphs.
44 minutes
S1 E5: Richard Pryor
Richard Pryor blazes a dramatic trail that includes transformational appearances, addiction and tragedy, and an unforgettable mix of pain and joy.
44 minutes
S1 E6: The Best Man
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.
44 minutes
S1 E7: Eddie Murphy in the 80's
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.
44 minutes
S1 E8: The Fresh Prince
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.
44 minutes
S1 E9: Kevin Hart
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.
44 minutes
S1 E10: Dave Chappelle
Dave Chappelle's uncompromising comic voice and vision fuel his ascent to major success, even in the face of controversy and changing cultural tides.
44 minutes