TV series
The History of Comedy
2017–2018, English, on CNN.
Explore what makes us laugh, why, and how that's influenced our social and political landscape throughout history.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 14
- Episode length
- 45 min
- Status
- Ended in 2018
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The History of Comedy is streaming on HBO Max in India.
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Latest episode
S2 E6: No Offense
Aired 19 August 2018
Seasons 2
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Details
- First aired
- 9 February 2017
- Last aired
- 19 August 2018
- Network
- CNN
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
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The History of Comedy: quick answers
Is The History of Comedy worth watching?
The History of Comedy doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of The History of Comedy are there?
The History of Comedy has 2 seasons and 14 episodes, about 45 minutes each.
Is The History of Comedy finished?
Yes. The History of Comedy ended in 2018, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The History of Comedy on?
The History of Comedy is streaming on HBO Max in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
The History of Comedy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The History of Comedy yet.
What shows are like The History of Comedy?
If you liked The History of Comedy, try Monty Python: Almost the Truth (The Lawyer's Cut), Penn & Teller: Bull!, Brainiac: Science Abuse.