Black Comedy in America
Season 1 Episode 2 - 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.
Subtitles: English
Season 1
S01:E01 - 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.
S01:E02 - 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.
S01:E03 - 70s 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.
S01:E04 - 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.
S01:E05 - Richard Pryor
Richard Pryor blazes a dramatic trail that includes transformational appearances, addiction and tragedy, and an unforgettable mix of pain and joy.
S01:E06 - 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.
S01:E07 - Eddie Murphy in the 80s
Eddie Murphys 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.
S01:E08 - 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.
S01:E09 - 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.
S01:E10 - Dave Chappelle
Dave Chappelles uncompromising comic voice and vision fuel his ascent to major success, even in the face of controversy and changing cultural tides.
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