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Seasons & Episodes

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.

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.

EP3 Drawn To Be Funny Jul 29, 2018

The history between animation and comedy.

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.

EP5 In It Together Aug 12, 2018

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

EP6 No Offense Aug 19, 2018

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

7.9| 0h30m| en| More Info

Released: 09 February 2017 Returning Series

Producted By: CNN Documentary Unit

Country: United States of America

Budget: 0

Revenue: 0

Official Website: http://www.cnn.com/shows/history-of-comedy

Synopsis

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

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Cast

Ali Wong , Larry David , Rain Pryor

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Ali Wong as Self

Larry David as Self - Creator, Seinfeld

Rain Pryor as Self

The History of Comedy