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Def Comedy Jam

1992·Show
77Episodes in11Seasons
IMDb8.0
Episode ratings

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Def Comedy Jam fingerprint

Funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Nostalgic and cathartic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Catharsis7
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and satire

  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Satire & Parody6
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Everyday modern life, show business, and a real life story

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

Def Comedy Jam is a HBO television series produced by Russell Simmons. The series had its original run from July 1, 1992 to January 1, 1997. The show returned on HBO's fall lineup in 2006. Def Comedy Jam helped to launch the careers of several African-American stand-up comedians.
Stand-Up Comedy ShowcaseAfrican-American Comedians90s Pop CultureUnfiltered HumorComedian LaunchpadEnergetic PerformancesSocially ReflectiveAdult-OrientedIconic Series

Crew

Produced by:
Stan Lathan, Russell Simmons

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Def Comedy Jam

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Def Comedy Jam legally?

PrimefuboTVThe RokuPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesomeTubi TVHowdy

Def Comedy Jam is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Def Comedy Jam worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Def Comedy Jam rated?

Strong languageSexual contentDrug use

Content advisories: strong language, sexual content, and drug use.

How many seasons does Def Comedy Jam have?

11 seasons

It has 11 seasons with 77 episodes.

Is Def Comedy Jam based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Def Comedy Jam air?

It ran from 1992 to 2008 and has ended.

What language is Def Comedy Jam in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Def Comedy Jam?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Def Comedy Jam in 17 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.