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The roast so brutal, Drew Carey's ego needed a standing ovation to recover.
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The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Drew Carey (1998)

comedian-on-comedian violence'90s comedy time capsuleno filter, no mercy

Overview

Comedy

First televised New York Friar's Club roast, in honor of Drew Carey.

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Standout Aspects

Acting

Margaret Cho and Dave Attell at peak roast aggression.

Writing

Brutal one-liners that would get someone canceled today.

Best for:Friends: Group watch with your most savage friends who appreciate vintage insult comedy.·Rewatch: Spot which jokes aged like milk vs. fine wine.
Heads up:Language: Relentless profanity and slurs from 1998 comedy sensibilities.·Triggers: Jokes targeting weight, sexuality, and race throughout.
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Director

Lawrence Einhorn

ReleasedOct 28, 1998
Runtime45m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacefast
Intensityhigh
Tonelight
Feellight
Rickmill Productions

Top Cast

Drew Carey

Drew Carey

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Ryan Stiles

Ryan Stiles

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Dave Attell

Dave Attell

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Joy Behar

Joy Behar

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Jack Carter

Jack Carter

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Margaret Cho

Margaret Cho

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Jeff Ross

Jeff Ross

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Cultural

This roast captures peak '90s comedy club culture before social media accountability. Friars Club roasts were traditionally industry-only until this televised special cracked the door open.

Trivia

Drew Carey was roasted fresh off 'The Drew Carey Show' hitting #1 in ratings — the Friars traditionally honored stars at their commercial peak to maximize the humiliation.

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