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The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore

2015 – 2016Show2 seasons259 episodes

ComedyTalk
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8Metacritic692.6Rotten Tomatoes100%29%

A talk series about society and politics, with standout dialogue.

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

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Not for scares, romance or brutality.

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Episodes

2 seasons · 259 episodes · best: S2E147 "Jon Stewart" 7.7

Episodes

5.0
5.4

Story

The Nightly Show provides viewers with Larry Wilmore's distinct point of view and comedic take on current events and pop culture. Hosted by Wilmore, the series features a diverse panel of voices, providing a perspective largely missing in the late night television landscape.

Feels like

  • Late-Night Satire
  • Racial & Political Commentary
  • Witty Monologues
  • Cultural Critique
  • Panel Discussions
  • Provocative Humor
  • News Parody
  • Diverse Perspectives
  • Fast-Paced Segments
  • Socially Conscious Comedy

Cast

2 of 2 · most episodes first

Crew

Written by
Cord Jefferson

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

January 19, 2015 · August 18, 2016 · Ended

First aired
January 19, 2015
Last aired
August 18, 2016
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 259 episodes
Content
Strong Language, Sexual Content
Genres
Talk, Comedy, News
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
1 country

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore worth watching?"

Questions about The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 69). Critics rate it higher (85 out of 100) than audiences (38).

How long does it take to watch The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore?

95 h

About 95 hours: 259 episodes in 2 seasons of about 22 minutes each, aired from 2015 to 2016.

Will The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (9 of 10) and satire (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with meta narrative at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.