---
title: "Def Comedy Jam 25"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/def-comedy-jam-25-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 478054
imdb_id: "tt7427130"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 81
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 43
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Def Comedy Jam 25 (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/def-comedy-jam-25-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Def Comedy Jam 25" (2017).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Omit missing details.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
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Input Data:
Title: Def Comedy Jam 25 (2017).
Release Date: 09/26/2017 (US).
Genres: Comedy, Documentary, TV Movie.
Runtime: 1h 21m.
Synopsis: Special live event where giants of stand-up commemorate the 25th anniversary of Russell Simmons's groundbreaking "Def Comedy Jam."
Director: Louis J. Horvitz.
Cast: Dave Chappelle, Tiffany Haddish, Steve Harvey, Bill Bellamy.
Subject: Celebrates the impact and legacy of the HBO comedy series Def Comedy Jam, which debuted 25 years ago and ran from 1992 to 1997.
Series Context: Produced by Russell Simmons, Stan Lathan, and Bob Sumner. Hosted by Martin Lawrence and Joe Torry (

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Louis J. Horvitz

## Key Cast Continuity

- **D.L. Hughley** as *Self*
- **Cedric the Entertainer** as *Self*
- **Craig Robinson** as *Self*
- **Adele Givens** as *Self*
- **Bill Bellamy** as *Self*
- **Tiffany Haddish** as *Self*
- **Martin Lawrence** as *Self*
- **Dave Chappelle** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Def Comedy Jam 25 online?
Def Comedy Jam 25 is currently available to watch or stream on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Def Comedy Jam 25 worth watching?
Def Comedy Jam 25 holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 43 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Def Comedy Jam 25 and when was it released?
Def Comedy Jam 25 is a feature film with a runtime of 81 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Def Comedy Jam 25?
Def Comedy Jam 25 was directed by Louis J. Horvitz.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Def Comedy Jam 25 — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/478054)
- [Def Comedy Jam 25 (TV Special 2017) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7427130/)
- [Def Comedy Jam 25 (2017) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/478054-def-comedy-jam-25/cast)
- [Def Comedy Jam - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Def_Comedy_Jam)
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