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Pick of the Day: Drunk Black History 2/26

February 1, 2021

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Drunk History has been and remains one of the most satisfying ways important, often overlooked tales of history have ever been shared. As it’s officially February, Black History Month, it is thus the perfect time for some Drunk Black History.

Comedians Brandon Collins and Gordon Baker-Bone will be hosting a very special line-up of drunk black comedians attempting to tell some very important Black History stories via Zoom. The likes of Aminah Imani, Abbi Crutchfield, Brian Moses, and Derek Gaines will join Collins and Baker-Bone on this edition of Drunk Black History.

Drunk Black History will stream on Fri. Feb. 26th at 6PM PT/9PM ET. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 on the day of. Go get them here for live-stream access right now.

‘Drunk History’ Gets a Season 7 and Comedy Central Signs First Look Deal with Co-Creator Derek Waters

August 26, 2019

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‘Drunk History’ Gets a Season 7 and Comedy Central Signs First Look Deal with Co-Creator Derek Waters

Quietly, Drunk History has now become one of Comedy Central’s longest running series. Starting out as a full-fledged TV series in 2013, Derek Waters and Jeremy Konner’s hybrid unscripted-sketch-variety series has now run so long that it’s on its way to the upper echelons of Comedy Central’s long running programming alongside the likes of Dr. Katz and the early seasons of MST3K.

Of course, Waters’ brilliant edutainment (that has spawned countless “inspired shows” or straight rip-offs) definitely deserves to go as long as Waters and Konner want to keep it going. Also, Comedy Central’s smart to keep Derek Waters around to see what else his delightful brain might want to develop.

Get a Taste of Drunk History Season 6 Pt. 2

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The success and longevity of Drunk History with Derek Waters and co. often makes us wish that his show existed back when we were studying history in high school and college.

Per usual, there are great drunk folks including Duncan Trussell and Brian Tyree Henry and exquisite reenactments lipsync’d to the drunk storyteller.

Get your taste of all of that with this trailer and look forward to Drunk History: Season 6 Pt. 2 on Comedy Central on Tues., June 18th.

Please Enjoy Drunk History’s Season 6 Trailer

December 27, 2018

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Even though the word “drunk” is in the name, Drunk History is a well oiled machine going into its sixth season on Comedy Central.

A cavalcade of funny people get wasted and try to recount an important person and/or event in history, then a lip-synched, word-for-word reenactment is attempted. Creator Derek Waters and company been magic since Drunk History’s early days on Funny or Die and, as this trailer shows, continues on into 2019.

Look for the season 6 premiere of Drunk History on Tues., Jan. 15th at 10PM on Comedy Central.

Please Enjoy Drunk History’s Season 6 Trailer

December 27, 2018

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Even though the word “drunk” is in the name, Drunk History is a well oiled machine going into its sixth season on Comedy Central.

A cavalcade of funny people get wasted and try to recount an important person and/or event in history, then a lip-synched, word-for-word reenactment is attempted. Creator Derek Waters and company been magic since Drunk History’s early days on Funny or Die and, as this trailer shows, continues on into 2019.

Look for the season 6 premiere of Drunk History on Tues., Jan. 15th at 10PM on Comedy Central.

Drunk History Gets Renewed for Sixth Season at Comedy Central

February 23, 2018

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Drunk History Gets Renewed for Sixth Season at Comedy Central

“Y’all serious?
Thank you to everyone who has worked and or supported this little show become what it is. Congrats to the best cast and crew in town! Let’s do this shit again. 16 episodes?! Ok fine #drunkhistory”
-@derekwaterss

That’s right, one of TV’s most entertaining history lessons will officially be getting a sixth season. Hopefully, this will bring about less repeating of history than has happened in the last year.

A Special “Drunk History Christmas” Airs on Comedy Central Tonight

November 28, 2017

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Now that the holiday season is in full force, the line of holiday TV specials has already started.

Tonight, you might want to actually catch the Drunk History Christmas special as it includes the story of a Christmas Tree ban told colorfully by Rich Fulcher.

Drunk HIstory Christmas premieres on Comedy Central at 10PM.

The President Show, Drunk History, and The Daily Show to Have Holiday Specials

November 2, 2017

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The President Show, Drunk History, and The Daily Show to Have Holiday Specials

More specifically…

Drunk History Christmas Special will air on Tuesday, November 28 at 10PM featuring Rob Corddry, Colin Hanks, Ken Marino and Chris Witaske.
I Came Up with Christmas: A President Show Christmas Hour-Long Holiday Special debuts Thursday, November 30 at 10PM.
The Daily Show’s The Yearly Show 2017 Hour-Long Year-End Special Hosted by Trevor Noah featuring The Best F#@king News Team premieres Monday, December 18 at 11PM.

Because one of Drunk History’s most beloved episodes focused on Christmas and The President Show handled Halloween pretty well (in addition to the whole show being one of the best comedic takes on Trump, end of discussion), we’re actually looking forward to these specials.

Comedy Central Renews Drunk History for a Fifth Season

January 17, 2017

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Comedy Central Renews Drunk History for a Fifth Season

Amidst the flurry of TCA announcements this past weekend (including Comedy Central’s series order of The Gorburger Show), you’ll be happy to know that comedians will be getting drunk and trying to share a history lesson while it’s “perfectly” reenacted for a fifth season on Drunk History.

The new season is set to premiere later this year.

Drunk History Season 4 Premieres Tonight

September 27, 2016

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It’s only fitting that the historic night of the first presidential debate of 2016 between Trump and Hillary that we get an alcohol laden history lesson.

Tune into the premiere of Drunk History’s fourth season at 10:30PM on Comedy Central.

Drunk History’s Season 4 Trailer Is Here and It Doesn’t Disappoint

August 17, 2016

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Season 4 of Drunk History has more of what you know and love of the edutainment series. Star-studded historical reenactments, mostly accurate historical accounts, and really, really, really drunk people telling a story.

Watch the trailer here, then look for the season premiere on Tuesday, Sept. 27th on Comedy Central.

Comedy Central Renews/Extends Eight Series Including Not Safe with Nikki Glaser, This Is Not Happening with Ari Shaffir, Drunk History, Tosh.0

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It seems to be the first time in a long time that many networks are staying the course with the majority of their programming.

Announced via press release, Comedy Central’s renewals and extensions are officially as follows:

Tosh.0 renewed for season 9
Not Safe with Nikki Glaser season 1 extended for 10 more episodes
Drunk History renewed for season 4
Review starring Andy Daly renewed for and will end season 3
This Is Not Happening with Ari Shaffir renewed for season 3
Digital series Alternatino from Arturo Castro, Questionable Science with Rich Fulcher, and Nothin’s Easy from David Angelo all renewed for season 2.

It’s unfortunate to see Review go, but Not Safe with Nikki Glaser is get due reward for being pretty awesome from the get go.

Superego’s Matt Gourley Does the “Drunk History” of Rocket Scientist Wernher Von Braun

November 28, 2015

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Normally being drunk and rockets should never ever mix.

Matt Gourley from the fantastic podcast Superego_, Drunk History, and Nathan Fillion make a great case for an exception to that rule.

Watch Gourley try to make his way through the story of famous rocket scientist Wernher Von Braun, including trying to say his name, while very intoxicated.

Kyle Kinane Does Drunk History Proud in Telling Story of First Man in Space

November 25, 2015

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In this segment, learn about one of the biggest milestones that too often gets overlooked in the historic space race back in the 60s and also enjoy the great Kyle Kinane really coming correct to an episode of Drunk History, complete with an “appropriate” hat.

The 2016 SF Sketchfest Announces Its Annual Massive Line-Up of Comedic Treasures

Without fail, SF Sketchfest’s cup runneth over with many of comedy’s best and brightest for nearly a month.

From Jan. 7th-24th, the gargantuan comedy festival known as SF Sketchfest will once again take over numerous venues throughout San Francisco. They’ve announced the line-up today and we’ll give you just a sample straight from the press release:

The 2016 SF Sketchfest features a 20th anniversary tribute to “Waiting For Guffman,” with a screening and cast reunion with Christopher Guest, Bob Balaban, Parker Posey and Fred Willard; in-person tributes to iconic actor Sally Field in conversation with Michael Showalter along with a screening of their new film, “Hello, My Name is Doris;” Jeff Goldblum in conversation and in musical performance with his Mildred Snitzer Orchestra; Patton Oswalt in conversation with Boots Riley; hit animated series “Bob’s Burgers” with creator Loren Bouchard and cast members Dan Mintz, Eugene Mirman, Larry Murphy, John Roberts and Kristen Schaal; acclaimed comedic author Dave Barry in conversation; spotlights on film favorites including “Hot Shots” 25th Anniversary with Jim Abrahams and Pat Proft; “Teen Witch”: The Peaches Christ Experience; and “Hook” 25th Anniversary; TV spotlights “Fishing with John” 25th Anniversary with John Lurie in conversation with Parker Posey; “Drunk History” with Derek Waters and friends; “The Adventures of Pete & Pete” live; “Galavant” with creators and cast, and “Sledge Hammer!;” celebrations of animated comedies “BoJack Horseman,” “Futurama” and “Dr. Katz Professional Therapist”; popular radio programs StarTalk Live with Bill Nye the Science Guy and Eugene Mirman and NPR’s Ask Me Another; appearances by comedians and actors including Pamela Adlon, Scott Adsit, Maria Bamford, Todd Barry, Guy Branum, Stephanie Courtney, Cameron Esposito, Noel Fielding, Dave Foley, Judah Friedlander, Ron Funches, Jeff Garlin, Janeane Garofalo, Chris Gethard, Bobcat Goldthwait, Dana Gould, Jon Hamm, Dan Harmon, John Hodgman, Moshe Kasher, Andy Kindler, Nick Kroll, Natasha Leggero, Beth Littleford, Jason Mantzoukas, Kevin McDonald, Thomas Middleditch, Laraine Newman, Tom Papa, Jimmy Pardo, Eddie Pepitone, Chelsea Peretti, Jim Rash, Paul Scheer, The Sklar Brothers, Martin Starr, Eric Stonestreet, Scott Thompson, Paul F. Tompkins, Michael Urie, Baron Vaughn, Jessica Williams; top comedy collectives Upright Citizens Brigade and The Groundlings; and musical performances by Princess featuring Maya Rudolph and Gretchen Lieberum in an Evening of the Music of Prince, Jonathan Coulton, Kate Micucci, Rhett Miller, Paul and Storm and more.

Yes, there’s more that’s coming round the bay than what you see above. If you’re already sold on going (and we struggle to think why you wouldn’t be), tickets go on sale this Sun. at 10AM PST here.

Watch Paul F. Tompkins Try to Tell the Story of Vegas’ First Desegregated Casino on “Drunk History”

November 19, 2015

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All you really need to know is that Paul F. Tompkins does the name and legacy of Drunk History proud.

Watch Paul get really plastered and learn a thing or two about Las Vegas’ first progressive casino, The Moulin Rouge here.

Mark Gagliardi Returns to Drunk History to Tell The Story of Bass Reeves While Lying on the Floor

October 16, 2015

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One of the original and go to narrators for Drunk History is Mark Gagliardi. Thus, what would this latest season be without him attempting to recount an oft-overlooked annal in history if not incomplete.

Mark sure came through with the story of Bass Reeves, a man of such Wild West legend that a fictitious legend was based off of him, as well as professions of love, lying face down on the floor, etc.

Watch it all in its Drunk History glory here.

Rich Fulcher Narrates Bobby Fischer vs. Boris Spassky for “Drunk History”

October 9, 2015

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The story of chess prodigy Bobby Fischer playing against Russian chess champion Boris Spassky is already incredulous without embellishment, especially the type coming from a person who is under the influence of some substance.

So, it only stands to reason that a silly, drunk Rich Fulcher would tell one of the best versions of the story accompanied by Taran Killam as Bobby Fischer and Jake Johnson as Boris Spassky while he seems like one of the drunker narrators that has been on Drunk History. This should serve as a great appetizer or dessert for watching Pawn Sacrifice.

Watch how Fischer beat the Russian chess grandmaster as well as how Rich made it through the story.

Drunk History Remembers Harriet Tubman For The Badass She Was

September 25, 2015

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Our latest inebriated history lesson from the good folks over at Drunk History comes from narrator Crissle West with Octavia Spencer playing the most badass depiction of Harriet Tubman to date.

Today’s rap videos wish they had this much swagger coupled with a sense of justice.

Watch what Tubman should also be known for besides the Underground Railroad here.

Jenny Slate Finishes The Drunk History of Arno Penzias and Robert Wilson Discovering Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation

September 3, 2015

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Before this week’s season 3 premiere of Drunk History, a teaser of Jenny Slate recounting the story of how evidence for The Big Bang Theory was found by Arno Penzias and Robert Wilson was released.

Here’s the rest of the amazing story, joyfully told by a tipsy Slate, which is how more revelations of the universe should be shared.

Drunk History Season 3 Premieres Tonight

September 1, 2015

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Your all time favorite inebriated history class is back tonight as Drunk History kicks off its season 3 premiere on Comedy Central at 10:30PM.

Need a little taste of what they got concocted for this season?

Watch Jenny Slate try to talk about Arno Penzias and Robert Wilson trying to uncover mysterious sounds from space while also playing with her dog.

Here’s The Entire Comic-Con Panel for “Drunk History” Moderated by Paul F. Tompkins

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If you think that making Drunk History on Comedy Central is a bunch of fun, series co-creators Derek Waters and Jeremy Konner as well as contributors Paget Brewster and Taran Killam assured everyone at a Comic-Con panel that indeed it really is a bunch of fun.

Watch the whole thing here moderated by none other than Paul F. Tompkins, who will be narrating a story for the next season.

Look for new episodes in September.

Comedy Central Announces The Premiere Dates For Its Summer Slate Including Key & Peele, The Meltdown, Why? With Hannibal Buress, and More

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(via Entertainment Weekly)

Comedy Central is gearing up for another run of hit after hit after hit after… well you get it.

Whether it is already or not, Comedy Central is should become a frequent destination for your TV watching this Summer as they have one fine line-up of shows coming up.

Coming to Comedy Central this Summer:

Another Period–Tues. Jun. 23rd 10:30PM
Season 2 of The Meltdown with Jonah & Kumail-Tues. June 30th 12:30AM
Season 5 of Key & Peele–Wed. July 8th 10PM
Why? With Hannibal Buress–Wed. July 8th 10:30PM
Season 2 of Review–Thurs. July 30th 10PM
Tosh.0–Tues. Aug. 25th 10PM
Season 3 of Drunk History–Tues. Sept. 1st 10:30PM

See? Told you.

Hulu Adds “Ren & Stimpy”, “Key & Peele”, “Drunk History”, and More

November 1, 2014

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(via The Hollywood Reporter)

Viacom has opted to increase their offerings with Hulu and in doing so has given them streaming rights for The Ren & Stimpy Show, Hey Arnold!, Key & Peele, Drunk History, Ridiculousness, Tosh.0, Kroll Show and Inside Amy Schumer.

Hopefully this month, episodes will start popping up on Hulu and you can binge watch away.

Jen Kirkman Returns to Drunk History Once More to Tell the Story of Edith Wilson

September 3, 2014

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There was a period during President Woodrow Wilson’s administration where he fell so ill that his wife, Edith Wilson, effectively took over much of his day-to-day responsibilities, even when it required dealing with Congress.

Drunk History enlisted one of its best in Jen Kirkman to tell the story and Jen does not disappoint.