Crashing (2017)
Overview
When a standup comedian uncovers his wife's infidelity, he finds himself at a crossroads, prompting a deep reflection on his life and career within the vibrant New York City comedy landscape. As he navigates the challenges of heartbreak and betrayal, he confronts both personal and professional obstacles, ultimately seeking to redefine his identity and purpose. Set against the backdrop of a gritty yet exhilarating comedic milieu, this series deftly explores themes of love, loss, and the pursuit of authenticity in a chaotic world.
Episodes
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1
Artie Lange
After discovering his wife, Jessica, in an embarrassing situation, aspiring comedian Pete suddenly finds himself homeless. Seeking refuge in a New Yor...
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2
The Road
Pete is stuck in his new situation when Artie Lange pulls him back to reality with a proposition: if Pete drives him to Albany, he can perform as Arti...
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3
Yard Sale
During his stay at T.J. Miller's home, Pete has an uncomfortable encounter with a comedian who seems unable to switch off his act. After receiving a c...
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4
Barking
Desperate for stage time, Pete dedicates a night to distributing fliers for a comedy club, a task he soon discovers is referred to as “barking” in...
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5
Parents
Pete's parents plan a visit to New York to celebrate his mother's birthday, prompting him to plead with Jess to join him and maintain the facade of th...
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6
Warm-Up
Down on his luck and struggling with career setbacks, Pete seeks help from Artie Lange, who offers him a spot on his podcast. While there, he encounte...
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7
Julie
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8
The Baptism
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The Atheist
Pete unexpectedly crosses paths with the renowned magician Penn Jillette, who challenges his beliefs and prompts him to reconsider his outlook on life...
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2
Pete and Leif
Pete opts to hang out with Leif, who inspires him to embrace life's possibilities. However, their laid-back approach faces a test when they end up cla...
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3
Bill Burr
After Artie leaves Pete in the lurch, comedian Bill Burr steps in to help him out, offering his guest room out of sympathy. As they form an unexpected...
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4
Porter Got HBO
Pete makes an effort to cheer on a fellow comedian at The Boston who is about to hit it big. Later, he has a heartfelt conversation with Jess, who ins...
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5
Too Good
Pete reconnects with Ali, who guides him through the vibrant alternative comedy scene in New York City. Throughout the night, they explore various ven...
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6
Artie
When Pete decides to host a clandestine benefit for a struggling comedy veteran, he quickly finds himself racing against time to pull off a successful...
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7
NACA
While attending a comedy conference to secure college bookings, Pete and Ali find themselves at odds regarding the most effective approach to connect ...
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8
Roast Battle
Hoping to prove to Ali that he can stand up for himself, Pete decides to take part in a comedy roast battle. However, he soon discovers that being cru...
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Jaboukie
After wrapping up a triumphant two-month comedy tour at various colleges, Pete, sporting a fresh style and newfound confidence, decides to mentor Jabo...
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2
The Temple Gig
Pete, sensing that his absence from New York has left him out of the loop, agrees to take the stage at a Jewish event. There, comedians Elon Gold and ...
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3
The Secret
Pete dives into a whirlwind romance with his new girlfriend, Kat, who pushes him to adopt a bolder attitude in his professional life. On the night the...
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4
MC, Middle, Headliner
Pete heads to New Jersey with Jason for a weekend of performances at a major corporate comedy club, only to be taken aback when he discovers that his ...
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5
Mom and Kat
While on tour, Pete takes the opportunity to see his parents and brings Kat along. She quickly picks up on the overly tight bond he shares with his co...
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6
The Viewing Party
Pete and Kat go to a watch party for Ali’s appearance on Seth Meyers’ late-night show. As the night unfolds, Ali feels anxious about her performan...
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7
The Christian Tour
As Pete revels in the joys of being part of a Christian comedy tour, he unexpectedly encounters New York Cellar comedian Jessica Kirson in Charleston,...
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8
Mulaney
Pete seizes an incredible chance to be the opening act for John Mulaney at Town Hall in New York. However, the performance puts him in an uncomfortabl...
