Movies like Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel (2022)
The best movies like Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel (2022) are Kevin Hart: Irresponsible (2019), Trevor Noah: Where Was I (2023) and South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert (2022). If Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel 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 ratedFriends: The Reunion (2021)7.8/10 from 1,401 votes
- NewestNimesh Patel: Buy The Dip (2026)Released 2026
Kevin Hart: Irresponsible (2019)
Stand-up comedian Kevin Hart talks about his family, travel and a year full of reckless behavior in front of a live sold-out crowd in London.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTrevor Noah: Where Was I (2023)
Trevor Noah riffs on national anthems, derailing a German sightseeing tour and getting roasted in Paris in this comedy special about his world travels.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSouth Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert (2022)
Trey Parker and Matt Stone celebrate South Park's 25th anniversary with a concert in Colorado, featuring Primus and Ween.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisTop Gear: The Worst Car In the History of the World (2012)
Jeremy Clarkson and James May travel to the North of England to name and shame some of the worst cars in history, from manufacturers who "should have known better".
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Original Kings of Comedy (2000)
The house is rockin' and the laughs are rollin' as comedians Steve Harvey (The Steve Harvey Show), D.L. Hughley (The Hughleys), Cedric The Entertainer (The Steve Harvey Show) and Bernie Mac (Life) meet in this riotously comedy summit directed by Spike Lee.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMonty Python Live (Mostly) (2014)
Celebrate the last night of the Pythons on the big screen! With John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones and Michael Palin.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisFriends: The Reunion (2021)
The cast of Friends reunites for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the hit series, an unforgettable evening filled with iconic memories, uncontrollable laughter, happy tears, and special guests.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAn Evening with Kevin Smith (2002)
Kevin Smith interacts in Q&A sessions throughout various college stops in the USA.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAmerican: The Bill Hicks Story (2010)
American: The Bill Hicks Story is a biographical documentary film on the life of comedian Bill Hicks.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisGood Hair (2009)
An exposé of comic proportions that only Chris Rock could pull off, GOOD HAIR visits beauty salons and hairstyling battles, scientific laboratories and Indian temples to explore the way hairstyles impact the activities, pocketbooks, sexual relationships, and self-esteem of the Black community.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisChaos on the Bridge (2014)
Canadian acting legend William Shatner takes viewers inside the creation of Star Trek: The Next Generation, the bold attempt in 1986 to recreate the success of the original television series, in which Shatner played Captain James T. Kirk.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAn Honest Liar (2014)
An Honest Liar tells the incredible story of the world-famous magician, escape artist, and world-renowned enemy of deception, James 'The Amazing' Randi. The film brings to life Randi's intricate investigations that publicly exposed psychics, faith healers, and con-artists with quasi-religious fervor. A master deceiver who came out of the closet at the age of 81, Randi created fictional characters, fake psychics, and even turned his partner of 25 years, Jose Alvarez, into a sham guru named Carlos.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBecoming Bond (2017)
The stranger-than-fiction true story of George Lazenby, a poor Australian car mechanic who, through an unbelievable set of circumstances, landed the role of James Bond despite having never acted a day in his life.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThis Filthy World (2006)
In this filmed version of cult film director John Waters' popular one-man show, the Pink Flamingos and A Dirty Shame director takes the stage to discuss everything from his early influences, fondest career memories, and notorious struggles against the MPAA rating system. Part endearing memoir and part hilarious lecture, This Filthy World touches on everything from the insanity of contemporary pop culture to the director's unforgettable early collaborations with inimitable Pink Flamingos star Divine.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAndre the Giant (2018)
An ambitious and wide-ranging documentary exploring Andre’s upbringing in France, his celebrated career in WWE, and his forays in the entertainment world.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisLouis Theroux: The Ultra Zionists (2011)
Louis Theroux spends time with a small and very committed subculture of ultra-nationalist Jewish settlers. He discovers a group of people who consider it their religious and political obligation to populate some of the most sensitive areas of the West Bank, especially those with a spiritual significance dating back to the Bible. Throughout his journey, Louis gets close to the people most involved with driving the extreme end of the Jewish settler movement - finding them warm, friendly, humorous, and deeply troubling.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisLouis Theroux: The Settlers (2025)
Fourteen years after his first visit, Louis Theroux meets some of the growing community of religious-nationalist Israelis who have settled in the occupied West Bank.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisTitanic: The Digital Resurrection (2025)
Using cutting-edge scanning technology and state-of-the-art CGI, a team of experts creates the first high-resolution 3D digital twin of the Titanic wreck. Through a groundbreaking immersive investigation, they uncover the ship’s final moments, shedding light on the acts of heroism and cowardice aboard—and revealing the true story behind the sinking of the “unsinkable” ship.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisLouis Theroux: The Most Hated Family in America (2007)
Louis meets the Phelps family — the people at the heart of the controversial Westboro Baptist Church. The Phelps have rabid anti-homosexual beliefs, and often campaign at the funerals of American soldiers. They believe that every tragedy in the world is God's punishment for homosexuality.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisRobin Williams: Live on Broadway (2002)
2002 HBO Stand-up Special starring Robin Williams. Recorded and broadcast live from New York City's Broadway Theater at the culmination of his historic 2002 sold-out tour, this special finds the Oscar-winning actor/writer/comedian returning after 16 years to his stand-up roots to deliver what the Washington Post calls "...in its madcap way, a seminal cultural event."
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisDave 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: Similar story and style · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisNimesh Patel: Buy The Dip (2026)
In his first Netflix special, Nimesh Patel talks rebelling against his traditional parents and why you should never go viral in India.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
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: Similar story and style · both comedy & documentary
Gabriel Iglesias: Hot and Fluffy (2007)
Gabriel Iglesias is one of the fastest-rising comics today! With his unique brand of humor, lovable stage presence and wide range of voices and impressions, it's no wonder that he already has a huge fan following. Now you can see Comedy Central's "Comic of the Year" in his sold-out performance at the historic Fox Theatre in Bakersfield, California!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisStewart Lee, Basic Lee: Live at The Lowry (2024)
The unorthodox comedian’s latest act, an introspective look into people, culture and the essence of stand-up itself - all with the iconic Stewart Lee style. Oh, and jazz.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Chris D'Elia: Man on Fire (2017)
Unbridled comic Chris D'Elia reconsiders his approach to major life events like marriage, not having kids and buying pants for your friends.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMahamad Habane: Ham Der Komikeren (2022)
Mahamad Habane's first oneman show is a show of fun and positivity. With Mahamad's always happy mind, you're guaranteed first-class comedy.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Chelsea Handler: The Feeling (2025)
From ruining Thanksgiving to a wild summer fling, Chelsea Handler recounts coming of age, unexpected encounters and that time she met Bill Cosby.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Adam & Noah: Klogskab (2019)
We fired our press release writer. He wanted 5K to write a text. Believe it! Does this guy think we can't spell? Tss... Racist! Anyway, we're doing a new show. It's time to sit down and get some wisdom crammed into your heads. If you don't listen, you're gonna be bro-style. If you don't listen, you're gonna be bro-style. The show is so sick that even the Ministry of Education has approved it as a PhD in wisdom. I swear they have! Well... come on... we live in Denmark honestly there is nothing else to do anyway! And we have made sure that the ticket price is cheap so a whole bro family of 9 has enough pairs to see the show! Seriously!!!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Henk Rijckaert: Het Experiment (2012)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel?
The closest matches to Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel are Kevin Hart: Irresponsible (2019), Trevor Noah: Where Was I (2023) and South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert (2022). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel?
Start with Kevin Hart: Irresponsible (2019), the closest match to Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel.
What is the highest-rated movie like Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel?
Friends: The Reunion (2021), rated 7.8/10 by 1,401 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel?
Nimesh Patel: Buy The Dip (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel?
Yes: Kevin Hart: Irresponsible (2019), Trevor Noah: Where Was I (2023) and South Park: The 25th Anniversary Concert (2022).
How are movies similar to Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.