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The best stand-up comedy specials on Paramount+ right now
Right now the best stand-up comedy specials on Paramount+ in the United States are John Mulaney: New in Town (2012), Patrice O'Neal: Elephant in the Room (2011) and Anthony Jeselnik: Caligula (2013). This is the top 9 streaming there today, ranked by how well rated each one is, how many people have rated it, and what people are watching now.
Updated November 12, 2026 · streaming in the United States
7. Comedy Central Presents1998
Series · 15 seasonsComedy, Talk★ 7.0
These half-hour specials showcased some of the best up-and-coming comedians of the moment. The show was a pivotal stepping stone for many of today's stand-up stars.
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Paramount+8. The Jeselnik Offensive2013
Series · 2 seasonsComedy★ 7.4
The Jeselnik Offensive is an American late-night television program that airs on Comedy Central. It is hosted by stand-up comedian Anthony Jeselnik, who extends his onstage character into weekly, topical humor with a sociopathic, dark…
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Questions
- What are the best stand-up comedy specials on Paramount+ right now?
- In the United States, as of November 12, 2026: John Mulaney: New in Town (2012), rated 8.0 out of 10 on TMDB, then Patrice O'Neal: Elephant in the Room and Anthony Jeselnik: Caligula.
- How is this list made?
- Watchwalla asks TMDB for everything of this kind that streams in your country today, ranks it by rating (pulled toward the middle until enough people have rated a title), with a nudge for what's new and what people are watching now, and refreshes the list every day. Streaming availability comes from JustWatch, through TMDB.
- Can it pick something for me?
- Yes. The picker at watchwalla.com/tonight asks who's watching, how much time you have and what you're in the mood for, and gives three picks streaming where you are. Sign in and every title also gets a match score for your own taste.
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