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Season 2 – I'm dying up here

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Before the internet and viral videos made it easy for aspiring comics to get their material seen, they had to travel and perform at comedy clubs to rise through the ranks of stand-up comedy and make a name for themselves. This drama series explores the famed Los Angeles stand-up scene of the 1970s as the comedy hopefuls stand alone on stage, "dying" for fame, fortune and -- if they're lucky -- a shot on Johnny Carson's show. Oscar winner Melissa Leo leads the ensemble cast as Goldie, a comedy-club owner who mentors a competitive but close-knit group of comics. She leads her business with an iron fist but nurtures the comics with tough love because she knows that there's no such thing as an easy laugh in their chosen profession.
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Ben Travers IndieWire 05/07/2018
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I'm Dying Up Here is stuck on a dead stage, trying out any material it can and failing to pursue the few parts that deserve further exploration Go to Full Review
Brian Lowry CNN.com 05/07/2018
Although building a series around "the tears of a clown" is a well-worn concept, like any good comedy, it's grounded by an undercurrent of truth. Go to Full Review
Rich Cline Shadows on the Wall 12/07/2018
Yes, the plotting feels obvious, so it's a good thing the actors are so good. Go to Full Review
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08/28/2018 Underrated show. Hoping for third season See more 08/26/2018 Why aren't the critics lavishing praise on the most unexpectedly brilliant piece of Drama in 2018? It's a travesty that this came and went without the fanfare it deserved; a real step up in quality from the first season. A third season, please, Showtime..! See more 07/21/2018 season seems to have ended just as reached the real story of the strike action. Hopefully more of the real life events are included in the 3rd series (or is S2 to continue?) See more 07/10/2018 ignore the Professional crictics, they've got it all wrong. This is one of the best shows on television. See more 07/09/2018 Love the tragic drama of these comic characters. Supurb acting, nostalgic setting. Keeping my hopes up for a S3. See more 07/08/2018 I think its a great show. I’ll be very disappointed If it ‘s not renewed for 3rd seAson See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired May 6, 2018 Gone With the Wind Goldie looks to expand her comedy empire with the help of a friend, while her estranged daughter Amanda resurfaces; Cassie awaits the premiere of her comedy special; Ralph, Nick and Bill hit the road on a comedy tour. Details Episode 2 Aired May 13, 2018 Plus One Goldie contends with her daughter Amanda's vow of silence; Adam tags along with Ron to "Soul Train" and meets the show's producer; Cassie travels home to Texas for a wedding, where she faces some difficult choices from her past. Details Episode 3 Aired May 20, 2018 Bete Noire Goldie is rattled by a break-in; Edgar and Arnie stumble upon a risky money-making enterprise; Ron's sitcom stardom brings unexpected repercussions; while Eddie writes jokes for his idol Roy's "Tonight Show" appearance. Details Episode 4 Aired May 27, 2018 The Mattresses Goldie asks Roy to perform at a telethon, but he and Eddie skip out to deal with Roy's financial troubles; Cassie starts to doubt her relationship with Eddie; Ralph and Adam collect on a long overdue debt. Details Episode 5 Aired Jun 3, 2018 Heroes and Villains Adam runs his material by Ralph, who takes it to a producer friend; Bill butts heads with a desperate Edgar; Nick gets unexpected results when he uses Goldie's stage as a confessional; Goldie and Roy argue over parenthood. Details Episode 6 Aired Jun 10, 2018 Between Us Adam and Ralph get some good news; Goldie calls Amanda's bluff; Ron tries to salvage good will from employers and co-workers; Bill helps Nick face legal trouble; Eddie receives a tough lesson in love from Roy; Cassie bonds with Dawn. Details Episode 7 Aired Jun 17, 2018 Call Me a Ham Goldie agrees to a favor for Ron; Arnie warns Edgar that Goldie is onto them; Ralph and Adam approach Dawn with an opportunity; Amanda gets Eddie in hot water; Cassie helps out Nick, a favor she might come to regret. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 24, 2018 Now You See Me, Now You Don't A discontented Bill is asked to headline for an absent Roy; Nick and Eddie are presented with new opportunities; Amanda makes a shocking declaration; Cassie oversteps after a night out with Dawn. Details Episode 9 Aired Jul 1, 2018 Deathbed Confessions Roy's lack of improvement puts Goldie in a tight spot; Ron catches up with Maggie; Nick helps Cassie in his quest for forgiveness; Adam and Ralph weigh their options; Amanda may have accidentally thrown a wrench into Goldie's plans. Details Episode 10 Aired Jul 8, 2018 Lines Crossed Ralph and Adam's bad news comes with a silver lining; Roy offers Eddie a big opportunity; Nick looks to make amends; Cassie struggles to decide where her loyalty lies, unlike Amanda whose path has never been clearer. Details
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Season Info

Executive Producer
David Flebotte, Michael Aguilar, Jim Carrey, Christina Wayne
Network
Showtime
Rating
TV-MA (D|L)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
May 6, 2018