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Make Me Laugh

“The show that forgives your sins unless they involve innocent squirrels.”

Series Overview

An updated version of the 1979 game show of the same name. The object of the game was not to laugh at the comedians. Various comedians would have one minute each to make the contestant laugh. If the contestant were able to keep a straight face, he or she would win prize money and go on to face another comedian, and so on until at last they met a joke they couldn't resist.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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CanceledReality
Original Network
Comedy Central
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 17 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1997 – 1998

Premiered: Mon, Jun 2, 1997

Created By
George Foster
Mort Green

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Mar 12, 1998

Season 2, Episode 76: “Episode #2.97”

Comedians get one minute each to make contestants laugh in this game show. Players win money by keeping a straight face and advance until they finally crack at someone's joke.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Ralphie May on Make Me Laugh (Comedy Central)

Type: Clip • Published 2024-11-22

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

George Foster, Mort Green

Screenplay & Story

Lou DiMaggio

Original Score & Music

Mark Leggett

Producers

Jim Mahoney Jr., Ron Ziskin

Department Leadership Roster

Lou DiMaggio

Lou DiMaggio

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Make Me Laugh.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Make Me Laugh

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What is Make Me Laugh about?

An updated version of the 1979 game show of the same name. The object of the game was not to laugh at the comedians. Various comedians would have one minute each to make the contestant laugh. If the contestant were able to keep a straight face, he or she would win prize money and go on to face another comedian, and so on until at last they met a joke they couldn't resist.

How many seasons does Make Me Laugh have?

Make Me Laugh comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Make Me Laugh?

Key cast members in Make Me Laugh include Mark Cohen, Lou DiMaggio.

Who created or directed Make Me Laugh?

Make Me Laugh was developed and directed by George Foster, Mort Green.