---
title: "Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me?"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/jay-pharoah-can-i-be-me-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 352036
imdb_id: "tt4888576"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 62
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 5
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/jay-pharoah-can-i-be-me-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? is a television comedy special released in the United States on August 1, 2015. The production is directed by Ryan Polito and features comedian Jay Pharoah, who is known as a cast member of Saturday Night Live. In this powerhouse comedy special, Pharoah performs his most popular celebrity impressions. His routine includes takes on several well known public figures and entertainers, featuring comedic portrayals of Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, Jay-Z, and Barack Obama, among others. The runtime for the special is one hour and two minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fandango at Home Free, YouTube Free, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Cineverse, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Cineverse | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ryan Polito
- **Networks / Studios**: Broadway Video, Showtime Networks

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jay Pharoah** as *Himself*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? online?
Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? worth watching?
Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 5 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? and when was it released?
Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? is a feature film with a runtime of 62 minutes. It was released in 2015. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me??
Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? was directed by Ryan Polito.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/352036)
- [Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? (TV Special 2015) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4888576/)
- [Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? (2015) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/352036-jay-pharoah-can-i-be-me)
- [Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? (2015) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/jay-pharoah-can-i-be-me/LhOFgP2xiI7HVZj4bhp4R4/credits/)
- [Jay Pharoah: Can I Be Me? - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/jay-pharoah-can-i-be-me/cast/2000549258/)

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