Kevin Hart and Netflix join forces to produce a stand-up comedy series together
In 2026, Netflix and comedian Kevin Hart will team up to bring an authentic and unfiltered look at the world of stand-up comedy with their new eight-episode series. The show, produced by Hartbeat and Alfred Street Industries, will provide viewers with an in-depth perspective on the journey of becoming a successful comedian, from open mics to big-stage performances[1][2][3][4].
Kevin Hart, an executive producer of the series, has signed a film and first-look production deal with Netflix in 2021, marking the beginning of this exciting collaboration. The aim of the series is to find the next big names in the comedy industry and bring exciting new talent to the forefront[1][2][3][4].
The series is not a reboot or continuation of any existing show, but a fresh take on the challenges and triumphs of stand-up comedy. Executive producers Nan Strait and Dan Volpe from Alfred Street Industries, along with Luke Kelly-Clyne and Meghan Hoffman from Hartbeat, are working diligently to ensure the series delivers on its promise of an unfiltered look at the industry[1][2][3][4].
Dan Cutforth and Jane Lipsitz, who have worked on early seasons of NBC's Last Comic Standing, are also executive producers of the series. Casting is already open for aspiring comedians aged 21 and above[1][2][3][4].
This new series from Netflix and Kevin Hart is not an advertisement, but an opportunity to witness the struggles and successes of comedians as they strive to make their mark in the comedy world. The series is set to premiere in 2026, and promises to be a must-watch for comedy enthusiasts everywhere.
[1] The series mirrors the real-life journey of a comedian, from open mics to big-stage performances. [2] The comedy competition series is a product of an established working relationship between Netflix and Kevin Hart. [3] The collaboration between Netflix and Kevin Hart aims to bring exciting new talent to the forefront of the comedy world. [4] The series is not a biographical drama about Kevin Hart's life or career.
Who will the upcoming Netflix series highlight as the next big names in the comedy industry? Us, as viewers, can look forward to watching the journey of upcoming comedians, striving to make their mark in the world of comedy, thanks to the collaboration between Netflix and executive producer, Kevin Hart. The promising series, Movies-and-TV's latest offering in entertainment, will premiere in 2026, bringing an authentic and unfiltered perspective on the world of stand-up comedy to the global audience.
