The Roast of Kevin Hart
Comedy Central style roast where comedians brutally mock Kevin Hart for nearly three hours
The brief
At nearly three hours, this roast tests your endurance almost as much as Kevin Hart's ego, but Shane Gillis proves to be a surprisingly sharp roastmaster who keeps the brutal jokes flowing without mercy. The Rock's friendship roasting feels genuine and funny, while Jeff Ross delivers his trademark scorched-earth approach that'll make you wince and laugh simultaneously. The pacing drags in the middle stretch, but when the jokes land, they land hard enough to justify the bloated runtime. Perfect for fans of the Comedy Central roasts who want to see Hart get properly demolished by people who actually know how to throw punches.
The verdict
If you're a die-hard roast comedy fan who can handle nearly three hours of brutal takedowns and doesn't mind some pacing issues, this delivers the merciless demolition of Kevin Hart you've been waiting for. If you prefer tighter comedy specials or aren't already invested in roast format humor, the bloated runtime and relentless cruelty will feel like endurance testing rather than entertainment.
Watch with
- 👥 Comedy fans who love brutal roasts
- ⚠️ Those easily offended by harsh humor
Heads up
- Harsh personal attacks and crude humor (frequent)
- Adult language throughout (extreme)
Credits
- Director
- Beth McCarthy-Miller
- Cast
- Kevin Hart, Shane Gillis, Dwayne Johnson, Tony Hinchcliffe, Jeff Ross, Tom Brady, Usher
Official synopsis
Kevin Hart is in the hot seat and ready for all the smoke as roastmaster Shane Gillis and a dais of A-listers unleash a raw and ruthless night of laughs.
The Double
Make a night of it
Pair this with Scary Movie (2026)
Both feature comedic roasting and irreverent humor targeting celebrity culture.
