The Comedians: Season 1

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Season Details & Credits

FX | Season Premiere Date: April 9, 2015

Starring: Billy Crystal, Stephnie Weir, Josh Gad

Summary: The comedy based on the Swedish series Ulveson and Herngren is set behind the scenes of a late night sketch comedy show where veteran comic Billy (Billy Crystal) is set up with Josh (Josh Gad), an up-and-coming comedian.

Creator: Larry Charles and Ben Wexler and Billy Crystal

Genre(s): Comedy

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E13. Partners
Air Date: June 25, 2015
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S1:E12. Overhear
Air Date: June 25, 2015
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S1:E11. Red, White and Working Blue
Air Date: June 18, 2015

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Jeff Korbelik

Apr 7, 2015

The joy here is watching Crystal and Gad play off each other. Their scenes together are a hoot, with each having no problem lampooning the other, or themselves, for that matter. Read full review

Kate Kulzick

Apr 9, 2015

Though it has a ways to go before reaching the upper echelon of its subgenre, The Comedians’ likable cast compensates for its familiar premise. Read full review

Michael Starr

Apr 9, 2015

Crystal is in fine form and Gad is appropriately irritating (and funnier than I expected). The Comedians is more of an acquired taste than a “must-see”--and will appeal to those who enjoy satire and winking, self-referential show-biz tropes. Read full review

Bruce Miller

Apr 7, 2015

When the second bananas nudge the top ones, The Comedians has laughs. When it leaves the two to play out a tired game of “The Sunshine Boys,” they vanish. Read full review

Ellen Gray

Apr 9, 2015

The show gets funnier--and so does the show within the show--but four episodes in, the whole setup still felt more like work than it probably should. Read full review

Robert Bianco

Apr 8, 2015

While talent is crucial, talent alone is not enough. And there's only so much bad material, and so many bad choices, talent can surmount. Read full review

John DeFore

Mar 16, 2015

One wonders how close satire is to truth here, as this unlikely pair slogs through backstage conflict with little apparent help from director and exec-producer Larry Charles. Read full review

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johnmocon

Apr 23, 2015

The duo of Gadd and Crystal play really well together and the show in general gives off a very real Office/Modern Family interview feel. I think the combination of Gadd and Crystal and the plot will definitely offer some extremely uncomfortable moments which will lead to some really greatThe duo of Gadd and Crystal play really well together and the show in general gives off a very real Office/Modern Family interview feel. I think the combination of Gadd and Crystal and the plot will definitely offer some extremely uncomfortable moments which will lead to some really great moments. Hopefully the surrounding cast can offer some good segments as well. Too often are people so quick to judge a show out of the gates instead of letting it really find it's legs.… Expand

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hildesimpson

Jul 9, 2015

Best comedy I have seen since The Office. FX is constantly putting out great shows and is becoming my favorite channel. I trust they will bring back this All Star cast for a second season!!

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koconnor1

Jun 27, 2015

Some of the best comedy I have seen in a long time. All the characters have grown on me throughout the season and the story arc has been phenomenal. With stellar performances from Crystal, Gadd and others I find that I can't wait to see the next episode right after I finish one. PLEASE doSome of the best comedy I have seen in a long time. All the characters have grown on me throughout the season and the story arc has been phenomenal. With stellar performances from Crystal, Gadd and others I find that I can't wait to see the next episode right after I finish one. PLEASE do season 2, this show is far better than anything on the standard networks and has been my favorite this year.… Expand

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joesmart

Jun 5, 2015

The self-deprecating nature of Billy Crystal's character, oblivious to his own precociousness somehow created a way of taking some of the weathered and worn elements of his shtick and made them young and fun again. It's great to see him in this light and it's a real shot in the arm forThe self-deprecating nature of Billy Crystal's character, oblivious to his own precociousness somehow created a way of taking some of the weathered and worn elements of his shtick and made them young and fun again. It's great to see him in this light and it's a real shot in the arm for turning a new page in the career of one our national treasures as a performer.

Josh Gad is the perfect foil. Believably annoying and oblivious, I love how they can be so out of sync, and then let their guard down...just for a second and the banter is pure genius. And the grocery store scene even border-lined on touching for me. Great reluctant mentor/father vibe.

I love the execution of this show so far. Well done gentlemen.… Expand

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erolsabadosh

Jun 22, 2015

Great show!!! If you like awkward humour a la Curb Your Enthusiasm then definitely check this out, it's by no means as good as that show but it's still up there with the best comedies currently on television IMO. Crystal and Gadd are hilarious together and Stephnie Weir is amazing! I hopeGreat show!!! If you like awkward humour a la Curb Your Enthusiasm then definitely check this out, it's by no means as good as that show but it's still up there with the best comedies currently on television IMO. Crystal and Gadd are hilarious together and Stephnie Weir is amazing! I hope this gets renewed for a second season.… Expand

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Ryanlap

Apr 11, 2015

The show has flaws but at the end of the day it's funny. The Comedians is not as good as it should be but it's still pretty funny. The Comedians stars Billy Crystal and Josh Gad and I got to say they are a great duo and they are the best part of the show. Billy could be nominated for anThe show has flaws but at the end of the day it's funny. The Comedians is not as good as it should be but it's still pretty funny. The Comedians stars Billy Crystal and Josh Gad and I got to say they are a great duo and they are the best part of the show. Billy could be nominated for an emmy. Not sure about Gad though. I will say some flaws are The Comedians is a really uncomfortable show. It wants you to feel uncomfortable while you watch it with the awkward pauses and really weird face expressions it's really weird. Overall The Comedians is not as good as it should be but still entertaining and very interesting.… Expand

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happyjak

Apr 18, 2015

oh c' mon man! When show with two VERY GOOD ACTORS is this bad you just have to say...c' mon man
These guys don't need raunchy dialog to be funny. And in case you missed it, the jokes aren't funny

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Series Overview
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: April 9, 2015
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  S1:E13. Partners
  Air Date: June 25, 2015
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  S1:E12. Overhear
  Air Date: June 25, 2015
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  S1:E11. Red, White and Working Blue
  Air Date: June 18, 2015
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  S1:E10. Misdirection
  Air Date: June 11, 2015
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  S1:E9. Damage Control
  Air Date: June 4, 2015
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  S1:E8. Charity
  Air Date: May 28, 2015
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  S1:E7. Billy's Birthday
  Air Date: May 21, 2015
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  S1:E6. Orange You the New Black Guy
  Air Date: May 14, 2015
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  S1:E5. Go for Gad
  Air Date: May 7, 2015
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  S1:E4. Celebrity Guest
  Air Date: April 30, 2015
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  S1:E3. The Red Carpet
  Air Date: April 23, 2015
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  S1:E2. Come to the House
  Air Date: April 16, 2015
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  S1:E1. Pilot
  Air Date: April 9, 2015