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Trending news, pop culture, social media, original videos and more come together in host Joel McHale's weekly comedy commentary show.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Trending news, pop culture, social media, original videos and more come together in host Joel McHale's weekly comedy commentary show.
Choose an episode, then use the watch options above for the show.
Episode 1
Joel returns to the green screen with a visit from Kevin Hart and a tour of Netflix, then has fun with South African words and Korean car accidents.
Guest stars Kevin Hart, Jason Priestley, Rory Scovel, Alison Brie, Mike Colter, Jim Rash, Paul Reiser, Jodie Sweetin
Episode 2
Joel checks back in with Donnadorable, welcomes Kristen Bell -- and a ghost -- to the studio and explores offbeat TV from Australia and New Zealand.
Guest stars Kristen Bell, David Oyelowo, Paul Feig
Episode 3
Joel introduces a new batch of reality TV bros and revels in Indian pop culture. Billy Eichner drops by with a dire warning about Donnadorable.
Guest stars Billy Eichner, Tricia Helfer, Matt Iseman, Paul Feig
Episode 4
Joel wades warily into YouTube vlogger breakups and Japanese TV, Eric Bana pitches his new business, and Eric McCormack shows you how to feel smarter.
Guest stars Eric Bana, Eric McCormack, Paul Feig
Episode 5
As Joel checks out Nigerian film, shows that humiliate kids and a new twist on “The Bachelor,” show bully Seth Green delivers an ominous message.
Guest stars Seth Green, Paul Feig
Episode 6
Drew Barrymore and Timothy Olyphant drop in, Adam DeVine calls a family meeting, and a haunting character returns. Plus, weird Kickstarter campaigns.
Guest stars Drew Barrymore, Timothy Olyphant, Adam Devine, Paul Feig
Episode 7
Gabriel Iglesias pitches his side business, while Russell Wilson and Kate Flannery hawk supplements that are stranger than a “Maury” guest’s name.
Guest stars Gabriel Iglesias, Russell Wilson, Kate Flannery
Episode 8
Bill Nye shows off a Netflix-inspired invention while Joel presents chilling glimpses at technology and a regrettable ending to a family classic.
Guest stars Galen Gering, Kevin Rahm, Paul Feig, Bill Nye
Episode 9
Joel shows odorous clips from “Jersey Shore,” “Live PD” and Russell Crowe's divorce auction, then Nicole Byer shares some fragrances of her own.
Guest stars Nicole Byer, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Paul Feig
Episode 10
Joe Manganiello steps in when an adorable puppy is lost at sea. Joel checks in on the esteemed Vanderpumps and shows off new bidet technology.
Guest stars Joe Manganiello, Paul Feig
Episode 11
Bellamy Young gets jiggy with '90s slang and voting. Plus, more "Mini Black Mirror" and embarrassing moments from "Jersey Shore," "Jeopardy!" and UFC.
Guest stars Bellamy Young, Susan Kelechi Watson
Episode 12
Joel has fun with unsavory French television and an irate Scottish gardener. Anna Faris hosts an offbeat talk show with Joel and Eugenio Derbez.
Guest stars Anna Faris, Eugenio Derbez
Episode 13
The show's recurring characters return, including a familiar apparition and a guy who says he's Seth Rogen. Then, Joel previews his new action series.
Guest stars Jon Cryer, Elisha Cuthbert, Patrick Fabian, Seth Rogen, Christine Ko, Adam Scott, Dax Shepard, James Van Der Beek
Episode 14
Joel welcomes guest Gillian Jacobs and checks in on dumb people saying dumb things, a stupefying tattoo and a baseball manager's uplifting ring tone.
Written by Andrew GenserGuest stars Gillian Jacobs, Hannah Zeile, Paul Feig, Christopher Mintz-Plasse
Episode 15
Justin Hartley comes by to drop some knowledge, Joel introduces a new DNA testing service, and the International Corner makes a stop in Uganda.
Guest stars Justin Hartley, Paul Feig
Episode 16
Joe Manganiello returns with a mystery to solve. Joel shares a fun new tourism video, a celebrity-inspired phrase generator and home shopping gems.
Guest stars Joe Manganiello, Paul Feig
Episode 17
Quilting enthusiast Ray Liotta defends his craft, then Joel puts the best of America on display in his "National Corner" and a new "That Happened."
Guest stars Ray Liotta, Paul Feig, Christopher Mintz-Plasse
Episode 18
YouTube star Markiplier shares highlights from the streaming world, Pizza Ghost returns with a new friend, and Lou Diamond Phillips challenges Netflix.
Guest stars Lou Diamond Phillips, Mark Fischbach
Episode 19
Joel impresses Jack Black with his storytelling abilities. Plus, a delusional "Bachelorette" contestant and clips from "Jersey Shore" spinoffs.
Guest stars Paul Feig, Jack Black
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Joel McHaleSelf - Host
Drew BarrymoreSelf - Special Guest
Timothy OlyphantSelf - Special Guest
Kristen BellSelf - Special Guest
Kevin HartSelf - Special Guest
Gabriel IglesiasSelf - Special Guest
Nicole ByerSelf - Special Guest
Bellamy YoungSelf - Special Guest
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