Phat Tuesdays: The Era of Hip Hop Comedy is an American television documentary series about the 1990s comedy showcase hosted and created by Guy Torry. It premiered on Amazon Prime Video on February 4, 2022.
Summary
The series tells the story of Phat Tuesdays at The Comedy Store in Los Angeles. The event was founded and hosted by comedian Guy Torry from 1995 to 2005, to spotlight Black performers, and helped launch the careers of comedians including Steve Harvey, Chris Rock, and Martin Lawrence.[1][2][3] It includes interviews with comedians and celebrities who were there, and previously unreleased footage of comedy sets.[4] All three episodes are directed by Reginald Hudlin.[4]
After being shut out of white comedy clubs in the 1990s, Black comedians find a place at the Comedy Store after Guy Torry launches the weekly Phat Tuesdays event there.
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"This Is How We Do It"
4 February 2022 (2022-02-04)
The success of Phat Tuesdays increases the tension between Torry and his brother Joe.
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"Who Got Next?"
4 February 2022 (2022-02-04)
Phat Tuesdays becomes a beacon for female comedians. Legendary comedians break down what it takes to be funny.
Release
The official trailer was released on January 20, 2022.[5] The series premiered on Prime Video on February 4, 2022.[4]
