Movies Like The History of White People in America

If you liked The History of White People in America (1985), a comedy and tv movie movie directed by Harry Shearer, here are 20 movies with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

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John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City (2018)
★ 7.9/10Also comedy and tv movie
John Mulaney relays stories from his childhood and "SNL," eviscerates the value of college and laments getting older in this electric comedy special.
2
Bill Burr: Drop Dead Years (2025)
★ 7.2/10Also comedy and tv movie
In what might be his most personal and introspective hour yet, Bill offers hilarious takes on everything from male sadness to dating advice.
3
Ricky Gervais: Mortality (2025)
★ 7/10Also comedy and tv movie
Ricky Gervais tackles life, death and the state of the world in a brutally honest special that spares no topic, even his own mortality.
4
Shane Gillis: Beautiful Dogs (2023)
★ 7/10Also comedy and tv movie
In a rowdy stand-up set, Shane Gillis riffs on his girlfriend's Navy SEAL ex, touring George Washington's house and being bullied by an Australian Goth.
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Clear History (2013)
★ 6.1/10Also comedy and tv movie
Nathan Flomm, in order to avoid the humiliation of having missed out on a hugely successful business, assumes a new identity on Martha's Vineyard. He plots revenge when his former business partner moves to the same town.
6
Dave Chappelle: The Closer (2021)
★ 7.2/10Also comedy and tv movie
As he closes out his slate of comedy specials, Dave takes the stage to try and set the record straight — and get a few things off his chest.
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Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones (2019)
★ 7.5/10Also comedy and tv movie
Dave Chappelle takes on gun culture, the opioid crisis and the tidal wave of celebrity scandals in this defiant stand-up special.
8
The Onion Movie (2008)
★ 6.1/10Also comedy
Venerable newscaster Norm Archer reports the latest news in politics, health, culture and entertainment - such as an automotive recall of decapitation-inducing "Neckbelts" and a study finding that "depression hits…
9
Mike Birbiglia: Thank God for Jokes (2017)
★ 7.3/10Also comedy and tv movie
Mike Birbiglia declares that a joke should never end with "I’m joking." In his all-new comedy, Birbiglia tiptoes hilariously through the minefield that is modern-day joke-telling. Join Mike as he learns that the same…
10
The Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special: Look Who's Walking (2017)
★ 7/10Also comedy and tv movie
Seth Green and Matthew Senreich serve up hilarious Walking Dead-inspired satire in this special featuring the zany stop-motion animation of Adult Swim’s “Robot Chicken.”
11
Louis C.K.: Hilarious (2010)
★ 7.8/10Also comedy and tv movie
In this unique and dynamic live concert experience, Louis C.K.'s exploration of life after 40 destroys politically correct images of modern life with thoughts we have all had...but would rarely admit to.
12
Chris Rock: Tamborine (2018)
★ 6.4/10Also comedy and tv movie
Chris Rock takes the stage for his first comedy special in 10 years, filled with searing observations on fatherhood, infidelity and American politics.
13
Kevin James: Never Don't Give Up (2018)
★ 6.2/10Also comedy and tv movie
Kevin James makes his long-awaited return to stand-up in this family-friendly special, dishing on fatherhood, fans, his disdain for allergies and more.
14
Gabriel Iglesias: Hot and Fluffy (2007)
★ 7.5/10Also comedy and tv movie
Gabriel Iglesias is one of the fastest-rising comics today! With his unique brand of humor, lovable stage presence and wide range of voices and impressions, it's no wonder that he already has a huge fan following. Now…
15
Trevor Noah: I Wish You Would (2022)
★ 6.9/10Also comedy and tv movie
Emmy-winning comedian Trevor Noah talks learning German, speaking ill of the dead, judging people in horror movies and ordering Indian food in Scotland.
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Gabriel Iglesias: Aloha Fluffy (2013)
★ 7/10Also comedy and tv movie
ALOHAAAAA! Internationally acclaimed comedian, Gabriel Iglesias, returns to Comedy Central with his latest stand-up special taped at Honolulu’s Hawaii Theatre Center. Watch as Fluffy brings the house down yet again in…
17
Dave Chappelle: Killin' Them Softly (2000)
★ 8.1/10Also comedy and tv movie
Dave Chappelle returns for a stand-up to D.C. and riffs on politics, police, race relations, drugs, Sesame Street and more.
18
How to Irritate People (1969)
★ 6.6/10Also comedy and tv movie
A pre-Monty Python mockumentary, written by and presented by John Cleese, that provides tips on learning how to irritate people.
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Gabriel Iglesias: I'm Sorry for What I Said When I Was Hungry (2016)
★ 7/10Also comedy
Hawaiian-shirt enthusiast Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias finds the laughs in racist gift baskets, Prius-driving cops and all-female taco trucks.
20
Taylor Tomlinson: Look at You (2022)
★ 7.2/10Also comedy and tv movie
Breakups. Therapy. Bangs. Taylor's gone through some stuff since her quarter-life crisis, and she spins her mental health journey into insightful comedy.