Movies like George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You (2012)
The best movies like George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You (2012) are George Lopez: Why You Crying? (2005), George Lopez: The Wall (2017) and George Lopez: We'll Do It for Half (2020). If George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You hooked you with its comedy and documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedJohn Mulaney: The Comeback Kid (2015)7.7/10 from 290 votes
- NewestDave Chappelle: The Unstoppable... (2025)Released 2025
George Lopez: Why You Crying? (2005)
Stand-up comic George Lopez uses his childhood experiences growing up Latino in the San Fernando Valley as a platform for nonstop humor. The funnyman takes you on a liberating journey as he hysterically dissects his life growing up in Los Angeles. Reminiscing about the unique quirks in Mexican culture, George tackles such topics as family relationships, insecurities, sexuality, drinking and language.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
George Lopez: The Wall (2017)
George Lopez returns for his fourth live solo stand-up special on HBO. George Lopez: The Wall, Live From Washington D.C. features Lopez with all new material, performed before a live audience at the Kennedy Center.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
George Lopez: We'll Do It for Half (2020)
Comedian George Lopez tackles the future and the past of Latinx culture in America, touching on immigration, his tough relatives, aging and much more.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
George Lopez: Muy Católico (2025)
George Lopez brings his reflections on aging, Latino family dynamics, and cultural quirks in his final stand-up special. He hilariously embraces the challenges of getting older and touches on generational clashes and Latino superstitions. Bold and personal, Lopez delivers his comedic voice to stories that capture both the humor and heart of his journey one last time.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
George Lopez: America's Mexican (2007)
Superstar comedian/actor George Lopez, one of the premier comedic talents in the entertainment industry, made his HBO solo debut performed live in front of a packed house at the Dodge Theater in Phoenix, Arizona. Lopez delivers a hilarious routine touching on his own Latino roots, immigration and naturalization, modern-day kids, old-school values, interacial relationships, and the future.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Dave Chappelle: For What It's Worth (2004)
Comedian Dave Chappelle does what he does best in this outrageous and hilarious standup performance, which allows him to push the envelope far beyond what he does on his TV show. Taped in San Francisco at the famed Fillmore, Chappelle lets loose on such topics as black celebrities, what it's like to have raunchy fans of his TV show approach him while he's trying to enjoy Disneyland with his kids, Michael Jackson, Kobe Bryant... and crackheads, of course. It's comedy Chappelle-style and, for what it's worth, no one is safe from his barbs. But you already knew that!
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up (2022)
In this comedy special, Jon Stewart, John Mulaney, Chelsea Handler and Dave Chappelle honor George Carlin, Joan Rivers, Robin Williams and Richard Pryor.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Chris Gethard: Half My Life (2021)
This comedy special sees Chris Gethard deliver his blend of hard-hitting stand up and storytelling at small venues across the country at the end of 2019, with documentary footage that shows the reality of what life on the road is really like for a touring comedian.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Daniel Tosh: Happy Thoughts (2011)
Daniel Tosh performs in front of a live San Francisco audience in this stand-up special for Comedy Central, and touches on topics ranging from sports and pop culture, to religion and politics.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSoy Rada: Serendipity (2021)
The delightful Argentine comic Agustín Aristarán (aka Soy Rada) is back, this time putting the spotlight on family and parenting, magic and music.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
D.L. Hughley: Unapologetic (2007)
Star actor/comedian D.L. Hughley appears in his first solo HBO special, a no-holds-barred 60-minute routine performed in front of a live audience at The Lincoln Theater, the venerable Washington DC venue. Hughley, seen previously in Russell Simmons' Def Comedy Jam, keeps the crowd roaring with his hilarious take on politics, childhood, challenging your father to a fight, gluttony, impotence drugs, parenthood and more.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was... (2024)
Oscar- and Golden Globe-winning actor. Grammy-winning singer. Beloved comedian. Jamie Foxx returns to the stage to set the record straight.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Martin Lawrence Live: Runteldat (2002)
The controversial bad-boy of comedy delivers a piercing look at his life, lifting the metaphorical smokescreen that he feels has clouded the public view, commenting on everything from the dangers of smoking to the trials of relationships, and unleashing a nonstop litany of raucous anecdotes, stinging social commentary and very personal reflections about life.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Langston Kerman: Bad Poetry (2024)
Comedian Langston Kerman talks parenting a top-tier baby, teaching mean teens and managing his mother-in-law's dating apps in this hilarious special.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Dave Chappelle: The Unstoppable... (2025)
Facing a world gone sideways, comedy icon Dave Chappelle delivers bold truths and potent punchlines in this no-holds-barred special.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFelipe Esparza: They're Not Gonna Laugh At You (2012)
Known for his wild hair and his often-imitated phrase, "What's up, fool?," comedian Felipe Esparza headlines his first solo concert since winning television's "Last Comic Standing" competition. Famous as the subject of many stories told by fellow comedian Gabriel Iglesias, the Boyle Heights native mines humor from the struggles of everyday life for this hilarious one-hour special.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Aziz Ansari: Right Now (2019)
In a comedy special directed by Spike Jonze, Aziz Ansari shares deep personal insights and hilarious takes on wokeness, family and the social climate.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisDaniel Sloss: X (2019)
Daniel Sloss discusses a variety of topics, from his love of children, to being a man, in this tastefully dark comedy special.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Hasan Minhaj: Homecoming King (2017)
Comic Hasan Minhaj of "The Daily Show" shares personal stories about racism, immigrant parents, prom night horrors and more in this stand-up special.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisJohn Mulaney: The Comeback Kid (2015)
Armed with boyish charm and a sharp wit, the former "SNL" writer offers sly takes on marriage, his beef with babies and the time he met Bill Clinton.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMarlon Wayans: Good Grief (2024)
Taped at the iconic Apollo Theater, Wayans comedically explores grief after losing his parents. He reflects on his father's lessons, joining the "Dead Mama Club," changing aging parents' diapers, and who's the funniest Wayans.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Bob Saget: That Ain't Right (2007)
Well-known television personality Bob Saget -- perhaps best known for his portrayal of squeaky-clean TV dad Danny Tanner on "Full House" -- headlines an unpredictable evening of adult-flavored comedy in this raucous stand-up special. Highlights include Saget's performance of "Danny Tanner Is Not Gay," a pop parody set to the tune of the Backstreet Boys' "I Want It That Way," and the music video "Rollin' with Saget" featuring Jamie Kennedy.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Louis C.K.: Back to the Garden (2023)
Louis C.K. recorded live on January 28, 2023 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
The Muppets All-Star Comedy Gala (2012)
The Muppets take part in a "Muppets All-Star Comedy Gala" at Just For Laughs 2012 in Montreal from July 10 -29th.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Bill Maher: #Adulting (2022)
Filmed at Miami’s Fillmore Theater, Bill Maher’s latest stand-up special sees the acclaimed comedian, host, and satirist take the stage for a hilarious and scathing hour of his signature commentary on the latest hot-button issues.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Katt Williams: 9 Lives (2010)
From Lord Have Mercy to A Pimp Named Slickback, original comedy freak Katt Williams has made his mark inhabiting a hustler's gallery of fast-and-loose personae. This real-deal documentary tracks the actor's rise from young stand-up to BET staple. Along with never-seen footage from early stand-up performances and backstage glimpses of Williams at work, the film includes interviews with Jeremy Piven, Damon Wayans, Snoop Dogg and Kathy Griffin.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & documentary
Kevin Hart: What Now? (2016)
Comedian Kevin Hart performs in front of a crowd of 50,000 people at Philadelphia's outdoor venue, Lincoln Financial Field.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisPatton Oswalt: Talking for Clapping (2016)
Patton Oswalt delivers a fresh hour plus of stand-up, covering everything from misery to defeat to hopelessness. It's his most upbeat special to date.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisKevin Hart: Zero F**ks Given (2020)
Kevin Hart serves up laughs and brick oven pizza from the comfort of his home, and dishes on male group chats, sex after 40 and life with COVID-19.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDef Comedy Jam 25 (2017)
In this special live event, giants of stand-up come together to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Russell Simmons's groundbreaking "Def Comedy Jam."
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You?
The closest matches to George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You are George Lopez: Why You Crying? (2005), George Lopez: The Wall (2017) and George Lopez: We'll Do It for Half (2020). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You?
People who watched George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You most often go on to George Lopez: Why You Crying? (2005), George Lopez: The Wall (2017) and George Lopez: We'll Do It for Half (2020).
What is the highest-rated movie like George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You?
John Mulaney: The Comeback Kid (2015), rated 7.7/10 by 290 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You?
Dave Chappelle: The Unstoppable... (2025) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You?
Yes: George Lopez: Why You Crying? (2005), George Lopez: The Wall (2017) and George Lopez: We'll Do It for Half (2020).
How are movies similar to George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.