The History of Comedy

Exploring family-friendly comedy and the struggles of abiding by strict network censors.

Exploring family-friendly comedy and the struggles of abiding by strict network censors.

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EP5 In It Together

Aug. 12,2018

The history of comedic duos and the evolution of comedy teams.

The history of comedic duos and the evolution of comedy teams.

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EP4 Gone Too Soon

Aug. 05,2018

Exploring the passing of comedic legends and how the connection with their audiences make the loss more significant.

Exploring the passing of comedic legends and how the connection with their audiences make the loss more significant.

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EP3 Drawn To Be Funny

Jul. 29,2018

The history between animation and comedy.

The history between animation and comedy.

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EP2 Sketch & Improv

Jul. 22,2018

Exploring the history of sketch and improv comedy and how it evolved into a significant part of comedic talent today.

Exploring the history of sketch and improv comedy and how it evolved into a significant part of comedic talent today.

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EP1 Carnal Knowledge

Jul. 15,2018

How sexual humor, one of the oldest forms of comedy, pushes the limits of both comfort and political correctness.

How sexual humor, one of the oldest forms of comedy, pushes the limits of both comfort and political correctness.

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7.9 | en | Comedy , Documentary

Synopsis

Explore what makes us laugh, why, and how that's influenced our social and political landscape throughout history.

Cast

Ali Wong ,Larry David ,Rain Pryor

Director

Stephen J. Morrison

Producted By

CNN Documentary Unit ,

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