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Fresh off the inaugural Netflix is a Joke comedy festival, the streaming giant has confirmed the forthcoming availability of select performances, including tributes to late comedians such as Bob Saget and Robin Williams, along with the eagerly anticipated debut of Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias’s groundbreaking set at Dodger Stadium.
Movie Ratings
| Release Date | 19 May 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Cast | George Carlin, Richard Pryor, Joan Rivers, Robin Williams |
| Director | Marty Callner |
| Producer | Marty Callner, Randall Gladstein, David Steinberg |
| Production | Funny Business, Inc. |
| Certificate | 16+ |
The festival, boasting a diverse array of events and stars, garnered attention not only for its lineup but also for some of the controversial jokes delivered by comedians like Pete Davidson, who took aim at Kanye West. However, the most notable incident occurred when Dave Chappelle was accosted onstage during his performance at the Hollywood Bowl, resulting in the attacker facing four misdemeanor charges. Netflix swiftly responded, emphasizing their commitment to the safety of creators and the importance of upholding comedians’ right to perform without fear of violence. Although Chappelle’s sold-out shows are not included in Netflix’s upcoming premiere dates, the streaming service hinted at additional announcements to come.
In total, the festival showcased over 300 comedians across 288 shows at more than 35 venues throughout Los Angeles. Notable stars in attendance included Wanda Sykes, Billy Eichner, Rosie O’Donnell, and Seth Rogen, presenting a variety of comedic formats from standup sets to table reads.
Stand-up and comedy formats VP Robbie Praw unveiled the full list of specials slated for release on Netflix:
- May 19 – “The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up” — Featuring John Mulaney honoring Robin Williams, Dave Chappelle honoring Richard Pryor, Chelsea Handler honoring Joan Rivers, and Jon Stewart honoring George Carlin.
- June 6 – “Bill Burr Presents: Friends Who Kill” — A showcase curated by Burr, featuring select stand-ups.
- June 7 and 12 – “That’s My Time with David Letterman” — Six episodes spotlighting individual comedians, each including a five-minute stand-up set and a conversation with Letterman.
- June 9 – “Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration” — The largest-ever gathering of LGBTQ+ comics, featuring Margaret Cho, Billy Eichner, and Bob the Drag Queen.
- June 10 – “A Tribute to Bob Saget” — A celebration of Bob Saget’s comedic legacy with friends and family.
- June 11 – “Amy Schumer’s Parental Advisory” — A showcase curated by Schumer, featuring select stand-ups.
- June 13 – “Pete Davidson Presents: The Best Friends” — A multi-comic special hosted and curated by Davidson.
- June 14 – “Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin: Ladies Night Live” — Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda introduce an all-female lineup of comedians.
- June 16 – “Snoop Dogg’s F*cn Around Comedy Special” — Original comedy from Snoop Dogg, along with sets from legendary black comedians featured at the festival.
- June 23 – “Best of the Festival” — Highlights from the 11-day event.
In other TV news:
DATES
“Players,” a new mockumentary comedy series created by “American Vandal” creators Tony Yacenda and Dan Perrault, is set to premiere on Paramount+ on June 16. The series follows an esports team dedicated to competitive “League of Legends” as they vie for victory in a championship tournament, offering insights into both their rivalries and personal struggles. Misha Brooks, Da’Jour Jones, and Ely Henry lead the ensemble cast, with Yacenda and Perrault serving as executive producers alongside Joe Farrell, Mike Farah, Jim Ziegler, Ari Lubet, Todd Sellers, and Tim McAuliffe. Paramount+ also unveiled the official trailer for the series.
TRAILERS
The official trailer for Season 2 of “Floor is Lava,” the popular Netflix competition series, has been released. Hosted by Rutledge Wood, the show challenges contestants to navigate an obstacle course in a room filled with simulated lava. Season 2, consisting of five 30-minute episodes, is set to premiere on June 3.
Netflix also dropped the trailer for Season 3 of “Love, Death and Robots,” its animated sci-fi anthology series featuring new stories directed and written by a diverse lineup of creators. The highly anticipated season will premiere on May 20, showcasing nine distinct tales helmed by acclaimed directors such as David Fincher and Jennifer Yuh Nelson.
