I'm Dying Up Here: Season 1

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FOX | SHOWTIME | Season Premiere Date: June 4, 2017

Summary: Executive produced by Jim Carrey, Michael Aguilar, Christina Wayne and writer Dave Flebotte, the dark comedy set in 1970 Los Angeles focuses on comedy club owner “Goldie” (Melissa Leo) and the group of comedians she mentors was based on the nonfiction fiction book by William Knoedelsederm.

Creator: Dave Flebotte

Genre(s): Comedy, Drama

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E10. Creative Indifferences
Air Date: August 13, 2017
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S1:E9. Lingchi
Air Date: August 6, 2017
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S1:E8. The Unbelievable Power of Believing
Air Date: July 30, 2017

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Uncle Barky

Jun 5, 2017

I’m Dying Up Here convincingly recreates both a period and the primal scream existence of would-be star comedians who seem to most enjoy trading very barbed insults during frequent gatherings at a local diner. Read full review

Brian Lowry

Jun 1, 2017

Not all the historical references will resonate for a younger audience, but the palpable desire to break through, juvenile pranks and constant barrage of one-liners -- on stage and off -- should make this relatable even for those who don't fully appreciate the terror of having to follow a young Richard Pryor on stage. Read full review

Bruce Miller

Jun 5, 2017

Like the comedians, the scripts try too hard. Once the stage is set (and those conceits are out of the way), I’m Dying starts to breathe and draw us in. Read full review

Hank Stuever

Jun 2, 2017

In its imperfect stab at capturing the ’70s, the show never stops resembling a bad costume party, as if HBO held a fire sale after its extravagantly doomed record-label drama “Vinyl” was canceled and “I’m Dying Up Here” bought up the entire stock. It seems HBO threw in “Vinyl’s” structural and tonal problems free of charge. Read full review

Erik Adams

Jun 2, 2017

In I’m Dying Up Here’s attempts to reflect a diversity of experiences within the pursuit of creative satisfaction, it sometimes feels like everyone is working at the same club that’s located in parallel universes. Read full review

Maureen Ryan

May 31, 2017

Its characters are, for the most part, fictional composites. And too often, a number of them are a good deal less interesting than the show’s version of Pryor. Read full review

Dave Nemetz

May 31, 2017

The comics’ jokes aren’t funny. Because of that, we don’t buy into their talent and can’t get invested in their journey. And as soon as they step offstage, any semblance of humor dries up completely. Read full review

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NoobTooberton

May 16, 2018

Great period piece when comedy was changing hands between the more straight laced Carson-esque comedy and the newer, out there style of modern comedy. I like how it shows the various paths comics will take to find their own piece of fame. The off stage banter between the comics are oftenGreat period piece when comedy was changing hands between the more straight laced Carson-esque comedy and the newer, out there style of modern comedy. I like how it shows the various paths comics will take to find their own piece of fame. The off stage banter between the comics are often where the real comedy is found with this show; otherwise this is very much a drama of people struggling to find their own path to stardom.… Expand

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Max20001

Jun 9, 2017

I'm a big stand up comedy fan so I like the concept. I do think there are too many characters and the show should concentrate more on one. But definitely has potential.

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cherold

Jun 24, 2017

Just saw the pilot. Some reviews lead me to expect a show that was dour and humorless in its offstage moments, but it's actually a sharp, witty series onstage and off, with a terrific performance by Melissa Leo as Goldie. And while yes, it reminds me of Vinyl, it's not nearly as over-the-topJust saw the pilot. Some reviews lead me to expect a show that was dour and humorless in its offstage moments, but it's actually a sharp, witty series onstage and off, with a terrific performance by Melissa Leo as Goldie. And while yes, it reminds me of Vinyl, it's not nearly as over-the-top in presentation and while I was in high school back then and only remember how suburban high schoolers dressed, it's certainly true to the look of early 70s movies.… Expand

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bebebeelzebub

Jun 4, 2017

I'm dying up here meet Vinyl, Vinyl meet I'm dying up here. Same show same problems. Weird view of the early 70's. Not everything was "groovy or mod" looking, sorry I was there. Same weird filming filters on the camera. Hey morons we know it's the 70;s but my 2017 4K HDTV 65" TV saysI'm dying up here meet Vinyl, Vinyl meet I'm dying up here. Same show same problems. Weird view of the early 70's. Not everything was "groovy or mod" looking, sorry I was there. Same weird filming filters on the camera. Hey morons we know it's the 70;s but my 2017 4K HDTV 65" TV says it's friggin 2017. Same too many characters I can't follow and really don't give a F about. Same fate awaits, save yourself some grief, wait to see if this gets picked up in a few seasons then binge watch them then.… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

62

Series Overview
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: May 6, 2018
Season 1

62
- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: June 4, 2017
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  S1:E10. Creative Indifferences
  Air Date: August 13, 2017
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  S1:E9. Lingchi
  Air Date: August 6, 2017
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  S1:E8. The Unbelievable Power of Believing
  Air Date: July 30, 2017
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  S1:E7. My Rifle, My Pony and Me
  Air Date: July 23, 2017
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  S1:E6. Girls Are Funny, Too
  Air Date: July 16, 2017
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  S1:E5. The Return
  Air Date: July 9, 2017
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  S1:E4. Sugar and Spice
  Air Date: June 25, 2017
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  S1:E3. The Cost of a Free Buffet
  Air Date: June 18, 2017
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  S1:E2. Midnight Special
  Air Date: June 11, 2017
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  S1:E1. Pilot
  Air Date: June 4, 2017