For the first ever time for Netflix, a live event is set to be streamed by the platform, and the global live event will be headlined by Chris Rock in his new stand-up comedy special.
The special will stream in early 2023.
Chris Rock is about to make history as the first artist to perform LIVE on Netflix!
The legendary comedian, writer, director, and actor’s newest comedy special will premiere live — globally — in early 2023 on Netflix! pic.twitter.com/U8ozz2BLV1
— Netflix (@netflix) November 10, 2022
As per a note issued by Netflix, Robbie Praw, Netflix Vice President of Stand-up and Comedy Formats said, “Chris Rock is one of the most iconic and important comedic voices of our generation. We’re thrilled the entire world will be able to experience a live Chris Rock comedy event and be a part of Netflix history. This will be an unforgettable moment and we’re so honored that Chris is carrying this torch.”
The upcoming show will be second stand-up special for Netflix after he had already done the 2018 Tambourine: The Saturday Night Live. However, this will be comedian’s seventh stand-up show, who is currently on Ego Death world tour with shows planned in California, Texas and Washington.