One of the most powerful moguls in comedy is about to discover if his skin is as thick as his bank account when the microphones turn against him. A legendary stand-up icon will navigate a barrage of insults during a massive live television event. Kevin Hart has spent decades commanding global stages, but his next appearance on Netflix, The Roast of Kevin Hart, might be his most challenging performance yet. The upcoming roast promises to be a brutal yet hilarious celebration of a career built on self-deprecating humor and relentless energy.

The digital platform is preparing to host a monumental evening of unscripted and savage comedic timing.

According to Netflix Is a Joke Fest, Kevin Hart will be in the hot seat for a live roast on Netflix, serving as the official follow-up to the popular The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady. This event, titled The Roast of Kevin Hart, features the comedian facing a barrage of professional insults. It aims to replicate the massive cultural success of the 2024 special.

The event is scheduled for Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, 3900 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305. This broadcast serves as the grand finale for the Netflix Is a Joke Fest. Fans can stream the entire event live on Netflix at 5 p.m. PT or 8 p.m. ET.

The prestigious venue will provide a massive stage for this gathering of the finest minds in modern comedy.

Shane Gillis will host the evening, leading a lineup of celebrity roasters that the streamer has yet to fully disclose. The production features a collaboration between Casey Patterson Entertainment and the Roastmaster General, Jeff Ross.

Kevin Hart is the subject of the jokes; he also serves as the executive producer for the special. This dual role ensures the production maintains the high standards associated with his global brand. This team specializes in creating risky yet funny, unedited environments where no topic remains off-limits for the participants.

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The festival surrounding the roast featured a diverse array of historic performances and unique comedic collaborations.

Tickets for the physical event at the Kia Forum range in price from approximately $79 to over $545 depending on the seating tier. Prospective attendees can purchase tickets via the official festival website or through major retailers like Ticketmaster and SeatGeek.

Fans can catch live performances at historic locations such as the Hollywood Bowl, The Greek Theatre, and the Intuit Dome. The festival will feature over 350 live events including stand-up sets and comedy podcasts. Exclusive events include the Night of Too Many Stars telethon to benefit NEXT for Autism, which is hosted by Jon Stewart. Prepare to witness a night of legendary insults and unfiltered laughter by tuning in this Sunday.

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