Movie details

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

Name: Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy
Genre: Comedy, Documentary
Released: 2009-01-01
Duration: 95 min
Cast: Franklyn Ajaye, Angela Bassett, Bill Bellamy, Todd Boyd, Jeff Clanagan

2009 1h 35m 8.0 rated Comedy, Documentary

Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell offer this comprehensive and hilarious examination of the history, evolution and cultural significance of African American comedy in America, from the earliest minstrel shows to the latest HBO special. Featuring interviews with cultural critics and loads of comedic clips, this program features appearances by a who's-who of black comedians including Chris Rock, Bill Cosby, Whoopi Goldberg and many more.

Where to watch

Watchlist Watched Not interested

Starring

Franklyn Ajaye Self

Angela Bassett Narrator (voice)

Bill Bellamy Self

Todd Boyd Self

Jeff Clanagan Self

Bill Cosby Self

Made by

Director

Robert Townsend

Studios

Codeblack Entertainment

Release

2009-01-01

Browse from here

2009 Comedy Documentary Robert Townsend

Watch options in United States

No supported providers from your filter list are listed by TMDb for this region.

Only providers available in the filter picker are shown here. Tubi opens a provider search, not a guaranteed direct play link.

Confirm availability

About Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy is a 2009 movie in the Comedy, Documentary space directed by Robert Townsend and starring Franklyn Ajaye, Angela Bassett, Bill Bellamy. Use this page to watch the trailer, check cast and production details, save it to your lists, or jump to where it is available to watch.