Name: The Comedy Store
Released: 2020-10-04T00:00:00.000Z

TV Show · Documentary · Comedy

Bringing to life the legends, heartbreak and history created at The Comedy Store, which over the past 47 years has launched the careers of a breathtaking array of stars.

2020 · 56m

Director Mike Binder

EPISODE 1

Comedy Store, The 1

A look at the evolution of comedy and the iconic LA club that launched the careers of some of the most legendary comics of all time: Freddie Prinze, Richard Pryor and more.

56 min
EPISODE 2

Comedy Store, The 2

The 1979 comedy strike saw Mitzi and The Store's comics enter one of the darkest moments in history. But it wasn't long before the club was back on its feet.

56 min
EPISODE 3

Comedy Store, The 3

A new generation of comedians emerge: Sandra Benhard, Jim Carrey, Damon Wayans and more. But when Mitzi fell sick in the late 90s, the Store floundered.

56 min
EPISODE 4

Comedy Store, The 4

The massive podcast stardom of Joe Rogan and pals like Marc Maron and Whitney Cummings puts the Store back on top.

56 min
EPISODE 5

Comedy Store, The 5

Last episode in the series charting the evolution of comedy whilst shining a spotlight on iconic LA club The Comedy Store.

55 min

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