Movies like John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown (2014)
The best movies like John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown (2014) are John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons (2018), Richard Pryor: Live in Concert (1979) and Nate: A One Man Show (2020). If John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown hooked you with its comedy, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
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- Highest ratedHannah Gadsby: Nanette (2018)7.9/10 from 310 votes
- NewestLouis C.K.: Ridiculous (2026)Released 2026
John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons (2018)
In this one-man Broadway show, John Leguizamo finds humor and heartbreak as he traces 3,000 years of Latin history in an effort to help his bullied son.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisRichard Pryor: Live in Concert (1979)
Richard Pryor delivers monologues on race, sex, family and his favorite target—himself, live at the Terrace Theatre in Long Beach, California.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisNate: A One Man Show (2020)
Tough talk takes a soft turn as Nate, played by comedian Natalie Palamides, explores humor, heartbreak, sexuality and consent — with a live audience.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Hannah Gadsby: Nanette (2018)
The Australian comedian Hannah Gadsby is taking an anti-comedy stance in her newest special.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisJohn Leguizamo: Sexaholix... A Love Story (2002)
John Leguizamo's Sexaholix... a love story marks the Emmy winner's return to HBO with his fourth solo special, an autobiographical performance directed by Marty Callner...explores personal topics such as his relationships with women and his complicated family dynamics...his story from childhood to fatherhood through a variety of characters.
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 thisSimon Amstell: Set Free (2019)
Honest, introspective comic Simon Amstell digs deep and delivers a uniquely vulnerable stand-up set on love, ego, intimacy and ayahuasca.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Dave Chappelle: Deep in the Heart of Texas (2017)
Comedy icon Dave Chappelle makes his triumphant return to the screen with a pair of blistering, fresh stand-up specials. Filmed at the Moody Theater in Austin, Texas, in April 2015.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisLeslie Jones: Time Machine (2020)
From trying to seduce Prince to battling sleep apnea, Leslie Jones traces her evolution as an adult in a joyfully raw and outrageous stand-up special.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Keith Robinson: Different Strokes (2024)
From trying to order Popeyes after his stroke to popping Viagra on a plane, revered comedian Keith Robinson gets real in this hilarious stand-up special.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Daniel 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
Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia (2018)
Trevor Noah gets out from behind the "Daily Show" desk and takes the stage for a stand-up special that touches on racism, immigration, camping and more.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisTrevor Noah: African American (2013)
Internationally acclaimed comedian Trevor Noah challenges the status quo through his unique perspective, breaking down cultural flaws on all sides and finding our mutual connections with laughter. Born a mixed-race child in South Africa under Apartheid, 'Trevor Noah: African American' is Noah¿s search for identity in a world obsessed with labels.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisEric André Live Near Broadway (2024)
Gonzo comedian Eric André drags his anarchic comedy show across the globe with a star-studded cast as we capture his most electric performance yet.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Colin Jost & Michael Che Present: New York After Dark (2024)
Colin Jost and Michael Che, co-anchors of the wildly popular Saturday Night Live Weekend Update sketch, host a 60-minute live stand-up special featuring a mix of up-and-coming and established comics hand-selected and curated by the pair.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Trevor Noah: Lost In Translation (2015)
Filmed at The Lincoln Theatre in Washington, D.C., "Trevor Noah: Lost in Translation" brings Noah's unique world-view and global analysis of American culture to the forefront. In the special, Noah addresses major domestic and international events of the past year, sharing his outlook on the world today, including terrorism, racial tensions in America and what it was like being African and travelling into the United States during the EBOLA crisis.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Ali Wong: Baby Cobra (2016)
Ali Wong might be seven-months pregnant, but there’s not a fetus in the world that can stop this acerbic and savage train of comedy from delivering a masterful hour of stand-up.
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Worth the HypeMovies like thisTrevor Noah: It's My Culture (2013)
From London to Letterman, Trevor Noah has been through 6 countries since his last wildly successful tour (That's Racist) of his homeland. With all new material, his new show, It's My Culture, takes you with him on his travels from New Zealand to Zambia, New York and London. South Africa's pre-eminent comic is to tour in his favourite place, home. It's My Culture shines Trevor in a global spotlight without ever forgetting the country where it all started. The craziness of home on the world stage lets everybody know: it's his culture.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Eddie Murphy: Delirious (1983)
Taped live and in concert at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. in August, 1983, Eddie Murphy: Delirious captures Eddie Murphy's wild and outrageous stand-up comedy act, which he performed in New York and eighteen other cities across the U.S. to standing-room-only audiences. Eddie's comedy was groundbreaking, completely new, razor sharp and definitely funny.Eddie Murphy pontificates in his own vulgarly hilarious fashion on everything from bizarre sexual fantasies to reliving the family barbecue, and is peppered with Eddie's one-of-a-kind wit. Laugh along as Eddie reminiscences of hot childhood days and the ice cream man intermixed with classic vocal parodies of top American entertainers.Experience Eddie Murphy at his best, live and red hot! Delirious! Uncensored and Uncut!
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Worth the HypeMovies like thisGeorge 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.
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Ronny Chieng: Love to Hate It (2024)
Ronny Chieng unpacks fertility treatment fiascoes, the dark side of men's self-help and scam-sensitive parents.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
The Fluffy Movie (2014)
Stand-up comic Gabriel Iglesias delights audiences during his sold-out "Unity Through Laughter" tour, which spans more than 400 cities in 23 countries. During his set, Iglesias -- nicknamed "Fluffy" -- pounces on topics like communicating with his teenage son, struggling with his weight, performing his concert tour across India, and handling the reappearance of his father after a 30-year absence.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTrevor Noah: I Wish You Would (2022)
Emmy-winning comedian Trevor Noah talks learning German, speaking ill of the dead, judging people in horror movies and ordering Indian food in Scotland.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisPete Davidson: Alive from New York (2020)
Comedian and "SNL" star Pete Davidson drops a candid and intimate stand-up special shot live in New York City.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMarlon Wayans Presents: The Headliners (2022)
Taped live at the Belasco Theatre in Los Angeles, this hour-long special features the comedic stylings of multi-hyphenate legend Marlon Wayans and five up-and-coming stand-ups. Serving as emcee, Wayans shines the spotlight on actor D.C. Ervin, social media star Tony Baker, niece and stand-up comic Chaunté Wayans, writer Sydney Castillo, and noted “closer” Esau McGraw.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
John Leguizamo: Freak (1998)
John Leguizamo's semi-falsified, one-man stand-up performance as...himself. This is his autobiographical story, about his life growing up, and his journey to try to be accepted by his father. We see this story through a bizarre myriad of characters and situations, which include the eccentric Uncle Sanny, the Fat Boy Called Bitch (John's little brother, Poochie), his mom, his evil grandmothers, and Lee Stratsberg, not to mention a brief appearance by Cantinflas as God.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Louis C.K.: Ridiculous (2026)
From a bee getting shot in New York City to paying strangers to take his aging father, Louis C.K. unleashes the ridiculous thoughts in his mind.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAli Wong: Single Lady (2024)
After a whirlwind couple of years, Ali Wong returns to the stage to dish on the highs, lows and surprises of dating post-divorce.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAnuvahood (2011)
Kenneth (who likes to call himself Kay) begins to realise he's just another wannabe bad boy... even less than a loser in fact. After quitting his job at Laimsbury's, Kay vows to become a respected gangster... or cry trying. A pulls-no-punches, coming-of-age story, centering on one directionless hopeless "shotter", who finds his true worth in the face of urban adversity.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisHannibal Buress: Comedy Camisado (2016)
He's a kamikaze gambler. A one-arm cuddler. And if his fly is down, so be it. A night of sly riffs and slow burns.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown?
The closest matches to John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown are John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons (2018), Richard Pryor: Live in Concert (1979) and Nate: A One Man Show (2020). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown?
People who watched John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown most often go on to John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons (2018), Richard Pryor: Live in Concert (1979) and Nate: A One Man Show (2020).
What is the highest-rated movie like John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown?
Hannah Gadsby: Nanette (2018), rated 7.9/10 by 310 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown?
Louis C.K.: Ridiculous (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown?
Yes: John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons (2018), Richard Pryor: Live in Concert (1979) and Nate: A One Man Show (2020).
How are movies similar to John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside John Leguizamo: Ghetto Klown, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.