故事以上世纪七十年代洛杉矶为背景，在洛杉矶单口喜剧界的黄金时代，许多喜剧巨星的事业都是从那时起步的——包括David Letterman、Jay Leno、Richard Pryor和金凯瑞本人。在外人看来喜剧演员要做的仅仅是让观众发笑而已，事实上这是一件复杂的事情，许多喜剧演员在寻找灵感的过程中迷失了心智。正如该剧剧名所暗示的那样：「你们这些看戏的在台下笑得前仰后合，我这个演戏的在台上都快要累死了。」事实上剧名中的「Dying」还有另一层含义：任何一位单口喜剧演员都渴望得到名誉、地位、财富……如果幸运的话，还有上超级热门节目《The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson》的机会。为了这些东西，他们死也心甘。
含笑台上 (季节 2)
Gone with the Wind 5.7
播出日期: 2018-05-06
运行时间: 60 min
概述: Goldie looks to expand her comedy empire with the help of an old friend, while her estranged daughter Amanda resurfaces. Cassie awaits the premiere of her comedy special. Eddie and Adam ride the fame wave from Ron's sitcom stardom. Ralph, Nick and Bill hit the road on a comedy tour, where they have a run-in with the law.
Plus One 7.7
播出日期: 2018-05-13
运行时间: 60 min
概述: Goldie contends with her daughter Amanda's vow of silence and her 'spiritual mentor' Howard. Adam tags along with Ron to Soul Train and meets the show's producer. An anxious Cassie travels home to Texas for a wedding, where she faces some difficult choices from her past. Nick, Bill and Ralph show up at the wedding as well. Eddie capitalizes on a career opportunity with his idol.
Bete Noire 8.0
播出日期: 2018-05-20
运行时间: 60 min
概述: Goldie is rattled by a break in. New comic Dawn Lima takes the main stage. Edgar and Arnie stumble upon a risky money-making enterprise. Nick moves in with Bill. Ron’s sitcom stardom brings unexpected repercussions, while Eddie writes jokes for his idol Roy’s Tonight Show appearance.
The Mattresses 6.5
播出日期: 2018-05-27
运行时间: 60 min
概述: Goldie asks Roy to perform at a telethon, but he and Eddie skip out to deal with Roy’s financial troubles. Cassie starts to doubt her relationship with Eddie. Ralph and Adam collect on a long overdue debt. Nick and Dawn get surprised by unwanted guests who drop by Goldie’s. The comics stage an intervention for Fitzy, which Ron spins into a party.
Heroes and Villains 8.0
播出日期: 2018-06-03
运行时间: 60 min
概述: Edgar and Arnie expand their enterprise. Adam runs his material by Ralph, who takes it to a producer friend. Ron fosters a new relationship. Bill butts heads with a desperate Edgar. Nick uses Goldie’s stage as a confessional with unexpected results. Goldie and Roy argue over parenthood. Cassie and Eddie get a glimpse of the extremes that come with being Roy Martin.
Between Us 10.0
播出日期: 2018-06-10
运行时间: 60 min
概述: Adam and Ralph get some good news. Goldie calls Amanda’s bluff. Ron tries to salvage good will from employers and coworkers. Adam assesses his relationship with Gloria. Bill helps Nick face legal trouble, while Nick confronts his Uncle Chris. Eddie receives a tough lesson in love from Roy. Cassie bonds with Dawn.
Call Me a Ham 8.0
播出日期: 2018-06-17
运行时间: 60 min
概述: Goldie agrees to a favor for Ron. Arnie warns Edgar that Goldie is onto them. Ralph and Adam approach Dawn with an opportunity. Amanda gets Eddie in hot water. Cassie helps out Nick, a favor she might come to regret.
Now You See Me, Now You Don't 8.0
播出日期: 2018-06-24
运行时间: 60 min
概述: A discontented Bill is asked to headline for an absent Roy. Nick and Eddie are presented with new opportunities. Amanda makes a shocking declaration. Cassie oversteps after a night out with Dawn.
Deathbed Confessions 10.0
播出日期: 2018-07-01
运行时间: 60 min
概述: Roy’s lack of improvement puts Goldie in a tight spot. Arnie is forced to bow out of a gig with Edgar. Bill’s frustration with Goldie builds. Ron catches up with Maggie. Nick helps Cassie in his quest for forgiveness. Adam and Ralph weigh their options. Amanda may have accidentally thrown a wrench into Goldie’s plans.
Lines Crossed 8.0
播出日期: 2018-07-08
运行时间: 60 min
概述: Goldie's under pressure. Ralph and Adam's bad news comes with a silver lining. Ron refuses to compromise his integrity. Roy offers Eddie a big opportunity. Dawn finally takes a major step, but it may be too late. Nick looks to make amends. Cassie struggles to decide where her loyalty lies, unlike Amanda whose path has never been clearer. Season Finale.
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