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The Jim Jefferies Show
Tv Show

The Jim Jefferies Show (2019)

7.5
TV_14

The Jim Jefferies Show is a satirical take on current affairs and news events. Comedian Jim Jefferies presents a unique perspective on political and social issues through interviews, sketches, and stand-up comedy.

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Tales from the Cryptkeeper
Tv Show

Tales from the Cryptkeeper (1999)

7.5
TV_Y7

Tales from the Cryptkeeper is an animated horror anthology series that follows the adventures of the Cryptkeeper, a ghoulish and comedic host who introduces each episode with a dark and twisted tale. The show is filled with gallows humor, irony, and bad puns, and explores various themes of horror, fantasy, and the paranormal. It is based on the popular horror comic series Tales from the Crypt.

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Alive
Movie

Alive(1993)

7.1
tomato62%
R
127Minutes

After their plane crashes in the Andes Mountains, a group of survivors must come to terms with their dire situation and make difficult choices to stay alive. Facing freezing temperatures, lack of food and water, and the prospect of never being rescued, they are pushed to their limits and forced to confront their own mortality. Through courage, determination, and a will to survive, they find the strength to persevere in the face of unimaginable hardship.

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Life of Brian
Movie

Life of Brian(1979)

8
tomato96%
R
94Minutes

A man named Brian is born on the same day as Jesus Christ and spends his life being mistaken for a messiah. He joins a rebel group fighting against Roman occupation in Judea. After a series of misadventures, Brian unwittingly inspires a religious movement and becomes a reluctant messiah. Eventually, he is caught by the Romans and scheduled to be crucified, but due to a case of mistaken identity, he is not released. He remains hanging on the cross, abandoned by those who could have helped him.

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The Hospital
Movie

The Hospital(1971)

7.1
tomato100%
PG_13
103Minutes

In 'The Hospital,' a series of murders plague a busy hospital, throwing the staff and patients into chaos. As the hospital's chief-of-staff investigates, he uncovers a web of medical negligence, mental illness, and personal responsibility. Amidst the chaos, a romantic subplot develops and the staff must confront their own conflicts and midlife crises. With its absurdist humor and satire, 'The Hospital' is a comedic mystery movie that explores the dark side of healthcare.

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George Carlin: You Are All Diseased
Movie

George Carlin: You Are All Diseased(1999)

8.4
65Minutes

George Carlin delivers a hilarious stand-up comedy special, tackling topics like child safety, advertising, religion, and more. With his signature gallows humor and scatological humor, Carlin takes a humorous and thought-provoking look at society.

Bill Hicks: Revelations
Movie

Bill Hicks: Revelations(1993)

8.4
NR
74Minutes

Bill Hicks: Revelations is a thought-provoking and controversial stand-up comedy special in which Bill Hicks tackles various topics including religion, atheism, and the entertainment industry. With his unique blend of dark humor and social commentary, Hicks challenges societal norms and provokes the audience to question their beliefs. This one-man show is filled with shocking jokes, gallows humor, and insightful observations that leave a lasting impact on the viewers.

The Dawn Patrol
Movie

The Dawn Patrol(1938)

7.5
103Minutes

Set during World War I, The Dawn Patrol follows a group of fighter pilots as they face dangerous missions, cope with personal losses, and grapple with the reality of war. They find themselves outnumbered and faced with challenging situations, including burning airplanes, disobedience of orders, and the loss of comrades. The story explores themes of honor, sacrifice, and the toll that war takes on individuals.

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Carnage: Swallowing the Past
Movie

Carnage: Swallowing the Past(2017)

7.6
65Minutes

In a future Earth, cannibalism is legal and a celebrated form of entertainment. A celebrity chef embarks on a journey to expose the dark secrets behind this society, leading to an unexpected turn of events.

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Muggers
Movie

Muggers(2000)

5.6
97Minutes

When two medical students find themselves dangerously indebted to a sadistic loan shark, they become embroiled in an illicit black-market organ transplant scam in order to save their lives. 'Muggers' is a twisted, hilarious, pitch-black comedy about friendship, poor choices and the drag of student debt.

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The Anne Frank Gift Shop
Movie

The Anne Frank Gift Shop(2023)

5.8
15Minutes

Is there a wrong way to talk about the Holocaust? That's the question at the heart of THE ANNE FRANK GIFT SHOP, a dark comedy about anti-Semitism that packs a vital and timely message. When a high-end design firm presents its plans to reimagine the gift shop at The Anne Frank House, the company's overt appeal to Generation Z sparks a debate about collective trauma, the Holocaust and tote bags.

Kurt Vonnegut: Unstuck in Time
Movie

Kurt Vonnegut: Unstuck in Time(2021)

7.9
tomato93%
NR
127Minutes

Discover the unique perspective and literary genius of Kurt Vonnegut as this documentary delves into his postmodernist writing style and darkly humorous social commentaries. Uncover the influences and impact of this iconic American writer as he navigates the challenges of his personal life and the turbulent times he lived in.

The Territory
Movie

The Territory(1981)

6.3
104Minutes

A small group of well-to-do vacationers go on a hiking trip into the woods. Foolishly unprepared to deal with Mother Nature and their situation, they wander around lost for days and weeks, becoming more and more fatigued, hungry, and desperate. A brief encounter with a pair of epicureans on a bridge fails to garner them any of the gluttons' feast due to a language barrier. Eventually their party begins to die, and the survivors ration their meat among them, attaching a religious-type ritual to its dispensation.

gallows humor

Discover a collection of movies and TV shows that skillfully blend comedy with dark, morbid, or macabre themes. Explore the captivating world of gallows humor, where laughter and irony play alongside tragic or unsettling narratives. From black comedies exploring taboo subjects to satirical takes on serious issues, these films and series offer a unique and sometimes twisted perspective on life's darker side.

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