Low-level bureaucrat Sam Lowry escapes the monotony of his day-to-day life through a recurring daydream of himself as a virtuous hero saving a beautiful damsel. Investigating a case that led to the wrongful arrest and eventual death of an innocent man instead of wanted terrorist Harry Tuttle, he meets the woman from his daydream, and in trying to help her gets caught in a web of mistaken identities, mindless bureaucracy and lies.
A fleet of Martian spacecraft surrounds the world's major cities and all of humanity waits to see if the extraterrestrial visitors have, as they claim, "come in peace." U.S. President James Dale receives assurance from science professor Donald Kessler that the Martians' mission is a friendly one. But when a peaceful exchange ends in the total annihilation of the U.S. Congress, military men call for a full-scale nuclear retaliation.
Comedian D.J. Demers shines a light on life in LA, disability porn, big words, not to mention getting haircuts while deaf—all with the help of an American Sign Language interpreter in this one-hour comedy special from Just For Laughs.
During the Nazi occupation of Poland, an acting troupe becomes embroiled in a Polish soldier's efforts to track down a German spy.
Arvid is an ordinary bank clerk who lives a rather unassuming life with his dear girlfriend. But his life is turned completely upside down when he bravely manages to avert a robbery against the bank where he works.
Secret Optimist is the new one-hour comedy special from Steve Hofstetter, filmed live at Morty's Comedy Joint in Indianapolis, Indiana. Secret optimist features hilarious stories (like the time a dog pooped in the airport on the way to Japan) and contrarian political stances (like turning gun control into the DMV).
Stand-up comedian Kevin Hart talks about his family, travel and a year full of reckless behavior in front of a live sold-out crowd in London.
In a post-apocalyptic world, the residents of an apartment above the butcher shop receive an occasional delicacy of meat, something that is in low supply. A young man new in town falls in love with the butcher's daughter, which causes conflicts in her family, who need the young man for other business-related purposes.
After the insane General Jack D. Ripper initiates a nuclear strike on the Soviet Union, a war room full of politicians, generals and a Russian diplomat all frantically try to stop the nuclear strike.
A neo-nazi sentenced to community service at a church clashes with the blindly devotional priest.
Fearing him suicidal after a breakup, Daniel Boyd rushes to check on his buddy John who's holed up in the sketchiest motel this side of the Raritan River. There they find their understanding of love, friendship, and the world tested by the barrel of a gun.
Miko plans to break up, chase new experiences, and take the stage for his stand-up debut. But when his act goes off the rails, he turns to a box of mementos from 21 past crushes to prove that love is nothing but a joke.
Performing for a packed house at Spreckels Theater in San Diego, comedian Patton Oswalt delivers a blistering stand-up set in his trademark blend of acerbic wit and unabashed silliness. His topics include a wide array of modern issues, from the future of our nation to daddy/daughter outings gone wrong.
Comedian Tommy Chong is legendary for his invaluable contribution to American counter-culture as part of the iconic comedy duo "Cheech & Chong". In this brand new comedy special - appropriately premiering on 4/20 - Tommy presents some of his favorite comedians, including Edwin San Juan, Chris Porter, Jay Phillips and Eddie Ift.
Internationally acclaimed comedian Trevor Noah challenges the status quo through his unique perspective, breaking down cultural flaws on all sides and finding our mutual connections with laughter. Born a mixed-race child in South Africa under Apartheid, 'Trevor Noah: African American' is Noah¿s search for identity in a world obsessed with labels.
Maz Jobrani goes to Stockholm, Sweden for his third stand-up special and he shows that comedy can truly be a diplomatic tool when he makes an international audience laugh at topics from his family, to racism, politics and media. "I Come in Peace" is a comedy special that will have you laughing out loud while making you think.
Monique Marvez stars in her first one hour Stand-up Comedy Special based on the writings from her critically acclaimed book "Not Skinny Not Blonde." The former San Diego radio host is on a humorous mission to enlighten both men and women about what's truly important between the sexes. Having been married 3 times herself she considers it sound advice from an expert. Monique has learned from her past and now dates a much younger man, conceding "life is just too dam short." but don't call her a cougar, she says, "call me what I am, sore!"
A touching story of an Italian book seller of Jewish ancestry who lives in his own little fairy tale. His creative and happy life would come to an abrupt halt when his entire family is deported to a concentration camp during World War II. While locked up he tries to convince his son that the whole thing is just a game.
Four small time thieves make a living by doing minor robberies and con acts. One of their robberies goes awry when they are caught by the owner of the house. He inspires them to use their talents for the greater good.
The staff of a Korean War field hospital use humor and hijinks to keep their sanity in the face of the horror of war.