This is Not Happening

This is Not Happening (2015-2019)

EndedVariety showComedy

This is Not Happening features Ari Shaffir and his comedian friends telling hilarious and true stories in front of a live audience at Cheetahs in Hollywood. Throughout the first season, comedians including Rob Corddry, D.L. Hughley, Keegan-Michael Key, Bert Kreischer, Marc Maron, Steve Rannazzisi, Joe Rogan and Paul Scheer told their favorite, most embarrassing, or just plain funniest true-life tales around topics including Drugs, Emergencies, Wonder Years, Battles, Romance, and Travel. Each episode featured a custom opening that puts Shaffir into a ludicrous situation, dreamed (nightmared) up by director Jeff Tomsic. This is Not Happening originally debuted as a digital series on cc.com and the site continues to feature exclusive digital stories throughout the run of new episodes.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 23:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E20LiesApr 5, 2019
S04E19DespairMar 29, 2019
S04E18DangerMar 22, 2019
S04E17Crime & PunishmentMar 15, 2019
S04E16KillersMar 8, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did This is Not Happening premiere?

This is Not Happening premiered on January 22, 2015.

Who is the host of This is Not Happening?

The show is hosted by comedian Ari Shaffir.

What is the format of This is Not Happening?

This is Not Happening features comedians telling true and often outrageous stories from their lives.

How long are the episodes of This is Not Happening?

Each episode of This is Not Happening runs for approximately 22 minutes.

Who are some of the comedians who have appeared on This is Not Happening?

Comedians such as Joey Diaz, Tom Segura, Bert Kreischer, and Sal Vulcano have appeared on This is Not Happening.

How many stories are typically featured in each episode of This is Not Happening?

Each episode of This is Not Happening typically features three stories.

What network airs This is Not Happening?

This is Not Happening airs on Comedy Central.

Is This is Not Happening filmed in front of a live audience?

Yes, This is Not Happening is filmed in front of a live audience.

Is This is Not Happening a scripted show?

No, This is Not Happening is not scripted - the comedians tell their own stories in their own words.

Is This is Not Happening a comedy or a drama?

This is Not Happening is a comedy series, despite the often serious or dramatic nature of the stories being told.

Does This is Not Happening have recurring characters or storylines?

No, This is Not Happening does not have recurring characters or storylines - each episode features new comedians telling new stories.

Has This is Not Happening ever featured stories about controversial topics?

Yes, some episodes of This is Not Happening have featured stories about controversial topics such as drug use and addiction.

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