Explore what makes us laugh, why, and how that's influenced our social and political landscape throughout history.
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CNN Documentary Unit
Season List
Season 1
EP : 8
2017-02-09
Season 2
EP : 6
2018-07-15
season 1 || Season 1
Relesed on | 2017-02-09
1
F***ing Funny
2017-02-09
The evolution of inappropriate humor throughout history is traced, showcasing the work from groundbreaking comedians who risked their careers, prison sentences and even their lives as they fought against censorship.
2
The Funnier Sex
2017-02-16
A look at the greatest female comedians and how they were able to succeed in every genre where humor is found despite rampant sexism and prejudice.
3
The Comedy of Real Life
2017-02-23
A look at how comedians find humor in the simple, daily experiences most people share.
4
One Nation, Under Comedy
2017-07-16
The evolution of racial humor and how comedy about shared experiences can cross cultural barriers to unite people in laughter are explored.
5
Ripped from the Headlines
2017-07-23
The origins of topical humor are traced, from the invention of the monologue to the "fake news" shows of today.
6
The Spark of Madness
2017-07-30
The mind of the comedian is explored, as well as the difficult road that many seem destined to take where mental illness and substance abuse are remarkably common.
7
On Parody and Satire
2017-08-06
Demonstrating how effective and funny it can be when you look at something serious and just twist it ever so slightly.
8
Politics Aside
2017-08-13
A look at the many different ways that comedy has lampooned and influenced politics over the years.