Plot: Comic Norm Macdonald first made a name for himself on "Saturday Night Live" in the 1990s as anchor of the show's popular "Weekend Update" segment. Since leaving the late-night staple in 1998, the comic has appeared in various TV shows and movies and hosted his own podcast on which he, along with sidekick...
Plot: In this comedic reality series, people take to the stage to read funny -- and humiliating -- tales from their younger years, which cover topics that range from teenage love to family dysfunction. Each episode features stories related to a specific topic -- including fitting in, growing up gay and pop...
Plot: Liz Lemon, head writer of a sketch comedy show, has to deal with her arrogant boss and eccentric stars. Regardless, she must run the TV show successfully without losing her mind.
Plot: Emmy winner Mike Judge has made a name for himself as an animator and producer ("King of the Hill," "Beavis and Butt-Head," "Silicon Valley"), but it's his lesser-known roots as a musician that equally informs "Tales From the Tour Bus." The half-hour series, which Judge co-created, executive produces...
Plot: This documentary tells the story of modern America through the life of one man -- President Donald Trump. The four-episode series shows how he has embodied many of the movements that have shaped American society since the 1960s, including capitalism, political disenfranchisement, reality TV and social...
Plot: Richard, a programmer, creates an app called the Pied Piper and tries to get investors for it. Meanwhile, five other programmers struggle to make their mark in Silicon Valley.
Plot: Comic Michelle Wolf got her start in the industry on late-night television, writing and contributing to "Late Night With Seth Meyers" and "The Daily Show With Trevor Noah." This Netflix original that puts her in the spotlight, despite having a late-night vibe to it, can be watched anytime on the streaming...
Plot: The comic travels the world meeting people and learning about their culture; he transforms these experiences into relatable comedy routines delivered at the Centre in the Square in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, and Club Capitol in Barcelona.
Plot: After receiving an award for their British sitcom, Sean and Beverly switch to Hollywood, to remake their series for the American audience. But they meet Merc, who sabotages their show and marriage.
Plot: Flight of the Conchords is a New Zealand comedy duo composed of musicians Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement. The duo's comedy and music became the basis of a BBC radio series and then an American television series that aired for two seasons on HBO. Wikipedia
Plot: Husband-and-wife comics Moshe Kasher and Natasha Leggero share their terror and reluctance on becoming new parents; she wonders why men are needed at this point; he recalls a story from his childhood; filmed at The North Door in Austin, Texas.
Plot: "The Daily Show" alumnus Hasan Minhaj gets the spotlight to himself -- and his name in the title -- on this Netflix original series. The Peabody Award-winning comic explores the modern cultural and political landscape with depth and sincerity. In each weekly episode, he uses his unique comedic voice...
Plot: Chip Baskets hopes to become a professional clown but fails in getting a degree from a renowned Parisian clowning school. Circumstances then make him a rodeo clown in Bakersfield, California.
Plot: Dan is a teacher who may be less mature than his students - he can best be described as a child trapped in an adult's life - and his world is nearing a collapse. His friends are dysfunctional, including best friend Jo, who has just a loose grasp on reality. His girlfriend, Naomi, is quickly running...
Plot: A space caster traverses trippy worlds inside his universe simulator, exploring existential questions about life, death and everything in between.
Plot: Four young, schoolgoing boys, Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, Eric Cartman and Kenny McCormick, who live in South Park set out on various adventures.
Plot: Three modern-day families from California try to deal with their kids, quirky spouses and jobs in their own unique ways, often falling into hilarious situations.
Plot: Peter Griffin and his family of two teenagers, a smart dog, a devilish baby and his wife find themselves in some of the most hilarious scenarios.
Plot: For more than 30 years, David Letterman came into viewers' homes every weeknight, first as host of "Late Night," then on "Late Show." But his fans won't have to stay up late to catch his first major project since retiring from the late-night scene -- hosting a Netflix-original talk show. As the title...
Plot: Magicians get a chance to perform tricks in front of an American comedian duo, Penn and Teller. The magicians win an award if the duo fails in their attempt to decode their tricks.
Plot: Comic Jeff Ross has made such a name for himself hurling insults at others -- all in good fun, of course -- at roasts that he has earned the nickname "Roastmaster General" for how prolific he is at it. Now he is joined by fellow comic Dave Attell in a three-part event that sees the good friends roasting...
Plot: Tony had a perfect life -- until his wife Lisa died. After that tragic event, the formerly nice guy changed. After contemplating taking his life, Tony decides he would rather live long enough to punish the world by saying and doing whatever he likes. He thinks of it as a superpower -- not caring about...
Plot: Nova Scotia's trailer parks are colorful thanks to residents Ricky, Bubbles and Julian. Together, they plan mad capers, usually get-rich-quick schemes, with plenty of screw-ups along the way. They're constantly being hunted by their former trailer park supervisor, Jim Lahey, and his perpetually shirtless...
Plot: It takes time and hard work for comics to reach the point of their careers where they are household names -- if they ever achieve that stature. Prior to reaching that level of fame, comics usually spend a lot of time in comedy clubs honing their craft and trying to get noticed by others in the industry...
Plot: In her first special since 2003, the comic revisits her road to stardom and details the heartfelt -- and hilarious -- lessons she has learned along the way; at Benaroya Hall in Seattle.
Plot: Comedy duo Thomas Middleditch and Ben Schwartz improvise performances based on audience suggestions, from NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts in New York City.
Plot: This series of half-hour stand-up comedy performances features comics who explore the coarse and salacious side of comedy. Each episode of the show, filmed in front of a live audience in Las Vegas, features a roughly 30-minute set from a single performer who -- as is often the case with stand-ups --...
Plot: This stand-up comedy series gives up-and-coming comics a chance to showcase their best jokes. Each episode features a different comic performing a 15-minute set on stage in front of a live audience. The performers may not be household names, but they are likely familiar to fans of the stand-up circuit...
Plot: Actor Tim Robinson stars in this sketch comedy series -- which he also co-created -- that sees him trying to get people to go away. In each segment, Robinson and his guests do whatever they can to try to drive someone to the point that they need -- or desperately want -- to leave. Robinson spent several...
Plot: Netflix takes stand-up comedy global with this series that features a diverse group of comics from 13 regions around the world. Dozens of comics perform, bringing their unique perspectives of what is funny around the world. The comics, who represent eight languages, hail from such nations as South Africa...
Plot: Eight improvisational and alternative comedians get the opportunity to create their own 30-minute episodes and they can do whatever they want, demonstrating their bizarre characters in a variety of sketches and improv routines.
Plot: Montreal's Just for Laughs is one of the world's largest and most well-known comedy festivals. Part of the event is the New Faces Showcase, which has launched the careers of such comedy stars as Pete Holmes, Gabriel Iglesias and Colin Jost. "Inside Jokes" follows several up-and-coming comics who are...
Plot: Written by and featuring Phoebe Waller-Bridge, this comedy follows the lives of six characters in their 20s. A motley crew become housemates during a time where property prices and high-rent costs are difficult to afford. Using a Property Guardian scheme, the group is banded together in a disused hospital...
Plot: Comic Brian Regan has become a well-known name on the comedy circuit since releasing his first stand-up album in 1997. In this hybrid series, he blends his trademark observational stand-up with short sketches and audience interaction. Topics range from everyday things that people can relate to -- such...
Plot: In case it wasn't evident from the title, Joel McHale hosts this weekly series that takes a look at pop culture and news through celebrity guests, comedy sketches and video clips. The premise is reminiscent of one of McHale's former projects, "The Soup," but being on Netflix instead of basic cable...
Plot: Nobody is safe from the insults thrust at them by "Roastmaster General" Jeff Ross -- even if they're dead. Ross and some of his comedic friends don period-appropriate garb to roast historical figures in this anachronistic comedy series. Other historical figures, who have some connection to the roastee...