comedians

Some evenings you have the capacity for a nine-hour Scandinavian investigation into municipal corruption. Other evenings you have the capacity for approximately none. This list is organized by effort required, ascending.

Kristen Wiig opens up about the British sitcom that shaped her comedic style, her admiration for Ricky Gervais, and why she’s still keen to work with him again.

Jason Bateman hails Peter Sellers as the ultimate comedy actor, praising Sellers’ understated and genuine approach that never chases laughs.

Jim Carrey’s extreme approach to playing Andy Kaufman in Man on the Moon left director Miloš Forman exasperated, as Carrey’s commitment to character blurred the lines between performance and reality.

Mel Brooks finally gets the full documentary treatment in HBO’s two-part special. Is this deep dive into the comedy legend’s life and work worth your time? Find out what makes this tribute both exhaustive and a bit much.

Martin Short shares his thoughts on which classic comedies have managed to stay fresh and funny over the years, singling out Young Frankenstein and Annie Hall for their enduring wit.

Comedy legend Mel Brooks has singled out Seth MacFarlane, the mind behind Family Guy, as his pick for the best comedic performer of the 21st century.

John Hughes, famed for his coming-of-age classics, also penned the ultimate Thanksgiving film, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, starring Steve Martin, whom Hughes dubbed “the funniest man alive.”

Director Rian Johnson shares his top pick for a future Knives Out cast member, highlighting Meryl Streep’s knack for murder mysteries and her perfect fit for the franchise.