Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special
Seen it?2022 | 87 min | Comedy, Documentary
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
Critics loved it (78 on Metacritic), despite almost no lasting buzz. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh and the curious. If you loved Jackass Forever, start here.
- The mood
- Light and funny, eye-opening.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 27 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
In his final comedy special, Norm Macdonald ponders casinos, cannibalism, living wills and why you have to be ready for whatever life throws your way.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
78 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsSolid
Won 1 Critics' Choice Award: Critics' Choice Awards: Best Comedy Special. Also nominated for 1 Emmy. Plus 1 other award.
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 28K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Norm Macdonald, Jeff Tomsic
- Norm MacdonaldSelf
- Dave ChappelleSelf
- David LettermanSelf
- Conan O'BrienSelf
- Adam SandlerSelf
- Molly ShannonSelf
- David SpadeSelf