Series like truInside

Find more than 23 similar TV shows like truInside

truInside

truInside

Description: In this awkwardly titled series that truTV calls a comedy-centric documentary anthology, previously untold TV tales behind comedy icons -- films, clubs, and performers -- receive the light of day. Related directly by the people who were on the inside, the truth comes out about, for example, the inspiration behind the famous "jive" scene in "Airplane!" The cast and crew also recall how star Leslie Nielsen was the only actor who really "got" the movie. Stories are shared about "Bridesmaids," "Fast Times at Ridgemont High," "The Jerk," "Tommy Boy," "Bull Durham" and "Heathers," as well as talent breeding grounds The Groundlings and The Comedy Cellar.
Genre: Documentary
Year Released: 2016
Number of seasons: 1
Number of episodes: 10
First episode air date: February 29, 2016
Watch Trailer

truInside similar series:

1

0

0

Stealing Lincoln's Body

Stealing Lincoln's Body

Plot:

2

0

0

This American Life

This American Life

Plot: National Public Radio's long-running documentary series makes the leap to TV, telling stories culled from all across the nation. Host Ira Glass (who's pulling double-duty on the TV show as he's also the host on radio) and a team of filmmakers spend months on the road finding stories they think would...

3

0

0

The Internet Ruined My Life

The Internet Ruined My Life

Plot: The Internet can be a powerful tool, allowing people to communicate and conduct business across borders. Unfortunately, that also makes it easy for people to, often anonymously, threaten others -- or worse -- post content that they don't like. This series tells stories of folks whose lives were ruined...

4

0

0

Joe Mande's Award-Winning Comedy Special

Joe Mande's Award-Winning Comedy Special

Plot:

5

0

0

America Revealed

America Revealed

Plot: Technology expert and communications attorney Yul Kwon hosts a four-hour journey above America's landscape, revealing a nation of sophisticated networks that help power the United States, produce millions of goods and transport people great distances. Viewers witness the interwoven networks, which...

6

0

0

The New York Times Presents

The New York Times Presents

Plot: "The New York Times Presents" is a series of standalone documentaries representing the unparalleled journalism and insight of The New York Times, bringing viewers close to the essential stories of the time. With more than 1,550 journalists reporting from 160 countries, The Times publishes 250 stories...

7

0

0

Brad Meltzer's Lost History

Brad Meltzer's Lost History

Plot: Many notable moments and stories in history have famous objects associated with them, but some items have been lost. In this series, author Brad Meltzer tries to find the artifacts, with help from viewers with information to help locate relics. Articles that Meltzer seeks include the Ground Zero flag...

8

0

0

Search for the Lost Giants

Search for the Lost Giants

Plot: According to the Bible, giants roamed the planet in ancient times. But where's the proof? Brothers Bill and Jim Vieira head into secret chambers, tunnels and mysterious burial mounds for evidence that a race of giants once existed, since none of the previously reported skeletons can be found in museums...

9

0

0

Biography: The Trump Dynasty

Biography: The Trump Dynasty

Plot: Firsthand accounts and never-before-seen archival footage examine the life and heritage of Donald Trump, from his childhood in Queens to his risky move into the world of Manhattan real estate and his successful 2016 presidential campaign.

10

0

0

Small Town Security

Small Town Security

Plot: The unscripted "Small Town Security" follows the workplace drama of a small, family-run security and private investigation company in rural Georgia called JJK Security. While the day-to-day operations are depicted, the heartbeat of the series is found in the oddball behavior of JJK's colorful employees...

11

0

0

United Stats of America

United Stats of America

Plot: The average American male spends 198 months watching TV in his lifetime. That is one example of the statistics viewers might learn by watching "United Stats of America," each episode of which accounts for 60 minutes of that TV-watching time. The program, hosted by comedians and identical twins Randy...

12

0

0

She's the Ticket

She's the Ticket

Plot: Capturing the stories of five pioneering female candidates as they run for office.

13

0

0

Last Comic Standing

Last Comic Standing

Plot: The hunt for the funniest comedian in the US continues as 10 comedians vie for top spot and an exclusive contract.

14

0

0

Rich and Reckless

Rich and Reckless

Plot: Mark Ebner hosts these re-enactments of cases involving greedy criminals who crossed the line in their hunger to have it all.

15

0

0

The Comment Section

The Comment Section

Plot: The Internet is filled with news stories about pop culture and celebrities. "The Comment Section" looks for some of the biggest stories of the past week, then scours the Web in search of comments being posted about the stories on websites and social media. Host Michael Kosta then curates the online...

16

0

0

Maya & Marty

Maya & Marty

Plot: When "Saturday Night Live" creator Lorne Michaels first matched Maya Rudolph and Martin Short together during the late-night sketch show's 40th anniversary episode, the seed was planted for weekly variety program "Maya & Marty" -- which he executive produces. Fellow "Saturday Night Live" icon Kenan...

17

0

0

Busy Tonight

Busy Tonight

Plot: Actress Busy Philipps hosts this late-night talk show featuring comedic commentary, celebrity interviews, topical segments, and fun games. The show goes behind Busy's most popular Instagram stories and showcases her most candid moments in front of a live studio audience. With the help of her crew of...

18

0

0

The Carbonaro Effect

The Carbonaro Effect

Plot: Magician Michael Carbonaro interacts with people at random public places and surprises them with his magic tricks and pranks.

19

0

0

Reactor

Reactor

Plot: Comedian David Huntsberger hosts this series that discusses the latest science fiction and pop culture happenings in TV, movies and comic books. A hybrid talk-sketch series, "Reactor" features a mix of clips, comedy bits and celebrity guests that showcase what fans of the genre are talking about. The...

20

0

0

Nobodies

Nobodies

Plot: Trying to make it in Hollywood can be tough for struggling actors and comedians. One way for them to increase their level of fame is to try to call in favors from more-famous friends. That's the scenario facing Hugh, Larry and Rachel, performers who are struggling to climb the Hollywood ladder and...

21

0

0

The Greg Gutfeld Show

The Greg Gutfeld Show

Plot: Greg Gutfeld may no longer host Fox News' late-night staple "Red Eye," but that doesn't mean he has to stop offering his humorous take on the day's news. He continues the tradition of that program with this weekly, self-titled show that Gutfeld says, tongue in cheek, "will forever change the way you...

22

0

0

Trust Me, I'm a Game Show Host

Trust Me, I'm a Game Show Host

Plot: The irony of this show's title becomes very clear once the improvisational skills of its hosts, comics D.L. Hughley and Michael Ian Black, are unleashed on contestants. "Trust Me, I'm a Game Show Host" flips the traditional quiz show format -- contestants taking on one another -- on its head by having...

23

0

0

The Carbonaro Effect: Inside Carbonaro

The Carbonaro Effect: Inside Carbonaro

Plot: Michael Carbonaro is a multifaceted entertainer. He's an actor who has had recurring roles in various TV series, and he has also performed in his own comedy and magic show at clubs in New York and Los Angeles. He puts all of those talents to use -- and throws in a unique improvisation skill -- in "...

© Serieslike 2024