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Phat Tuesdays: The Era of Hip Hop Comedy

2022

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EP1 Hood to Hollywood Feb 03, 2022

The story of how Black comedians were shut out of “white” comedy clubs in the 90s, and how they found venues in South LA where Martin Lawrence, D.L. Hughley and Robin Harris showcased their talents. After the LA riots, comedian Guy Torry launched Phat Tuesdays, an all-black comedy night at the world-famous Comedy Store.
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EP2 This is How We Do It Feb 03, 2022

Phat Tuesdays becomes the hottest club in Los Angeles, attracting superstars like Prince, Magic Johnson, and Eddie Murphy while giving many comedians like Nick Cannon, Chris Tucker, Bill Bellamy, and host Guy Torry their big breaks in film and television. But the success increases the tension between Guy Torry and his older brother Joe...
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EP3 Who Got Next? Feb 03, 2022

Phat Tuesdays becomes a beacon for female comics who recount the sexism they faced. Then, legends like Steve Harvey break down the science behind what it takes to be funny. Meanwhile a new generation of comedy stars launches on social media, and stars of Phat Tuesdays return for a special tribute, including J.B. Smoove, Cedric the Entertainer, Luenell and many others.
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7.2| 0h30m| TV-MA| en
Synopsis

In the words of Anthony Anderson, Tiffany Haddish, Steve Harvey, Regina King and more, this docuseries tells the unbelievable story of how one man, Guy Torry, moved mountains to launch an all-Black comedy night at The Comedy Store. What started as an experiment in '90s Los Angeles turned into a breeding ground for today's greatest comedians, elevating Black voices to have their turn on the stage.

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Reviews

Kamila Bell This is a coming of age storyline that you've seen in one form or another for decades. It takes a truly unique voice to make yet another one worth watching.
Bumpy Chip It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.
Zandra The movie turns out to be a little better than the average. Starting from a romantic formula often seen in the cinema, it ends in the most predictable (and somewhat bland) way.
Logan By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.