Dark Side of Comedy
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2022DocumentarySeason 210 Episodes
Gilda RadnerS2 E10Gilda Radner's pioneering success was plagued by trauma, eating disorders, heartbreak and cancer, all of which she turned into comedy material.
Norm MacDonaldS2 E9Norm MacDonald became known for his fearless comedy, but his controversial persona concealed a serious gambling problem and a secret that he took to his grave.
Ellen DeGeneresS2 E8Ellen DeGeneres revolutionized TV with a unique brand of positive humor, but behind the scenes a massive controversy was brewing, one that would tarnish her image forever.
Family MattersS2 E7"Family Matters" is a wholesome sitcom of the 90s, but the success of the show led to issues for many cast members who still deal with trauma and addiction.
Tracy MorganS2 E6Tracy Morgan survived drug-dealing, hyper-competitive "SNL," and substance abuse, but a brutal car accident and two-week coma made him finally confront his childhood demons.
Phil HartmanS2 E5Phil Hartman was a beloved "SNL" and "Simpsons" cast member, but his squeaky clean image was at odds with a toxic marriage that descended into a tragic murder-suicide.
Carlos MenciaS2 E4Carlos Mencia was a big comic in America until accusations of joke theft led to a dramatic downfall.
Joan RiversS2 E3Joan Rivers' insults made her a comedy icon, but the pressures of a male-dominated industry led to eating disorders, self-loathing, and a deadly addiction to plastic surgery.
Sam KinisonS2 E2Sam Kinison revolutionized comedy with a vulgar, sexist act, but his appetite for cocaine and chaos would lead to a dramatic downfall at the height of his massive success.
Robin WilliamsS2 E1Robin Williams' suicide shocked the world; while he was a successful comedian, he struggled privately with crushing health and psychological issues.
Synopsis
Featuring different comics and their personal journeys while exploring the internal battles, unexpected fame and societal pressures in the comedy world.Cast
Kliph Nesteroff, Melissa Melottey, Patton OswaltGenres
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