The Roast of Kevin Hart

Seeing a massive movie star sit under a spotlight while a dais of peers and rivals spend nearly three hours systematically tearing down his ego is the central draw of this live event. Filmed at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles as part of the 2026 Netflix Is a Joke Festival, this massive roast places Kevin Hart in the hot seat to defend his height, his past scandals, and his blockbusters.

Unlike the tightly organized roasts of the past, this broadcast plays out like an unpredictable, sometimes messy marathon. Host Shane Gillis anchors the night with a loose, polarizing deadpan, trading barbs with Chelsea Handler over everything from her past dating life to his physical appearance. Meanwhile, Tony Hinchcliffe delivers a harsh, shock-heavy set that generated both immediate gasps from the audience and significant post-show controversy for its racial humor.

The defining moment of the evening belongs to Katt Williams. Entering as a surprise guest, Williams directly addresses his fifteen-year feud with Hart before the two comedians publicly squash their grievances in front of the arena crowd. Other presenters include Tom Brady, Draymond Green, and Lizzo, who take turns reading heavy burns from behind the podium.