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Larry Charles' Dangerous World of Comedy

Larry Charles' Dangerous World of Comedy

Description: Comedy writer-director Larry Charles, whose resume includes such hits as "Seinfeld" and "Borat," explores the varying definitions of comedy in different cultures around the world. He travels to locations from Russia and China to India and Iran to speak with some of the unlikeliest comics to discover how dangerous and meaningful the world of comedy can be. Among Charles' interview subjects is a veteran whose combat injuries fuel his stand-up routine.
Genre: Documentary, Comedy
Year Released: 2019
Number of seasons: 1
Number of episodes: 4
First episode air date: February 15, 2019
Program Creator: Larry Charles
Network: Netflix
Cast: Larry Charles
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