Hannah Gadsby's third comedy special on Netflix is titled "Something Special" and will premiere on the platform on May 9.
The special stems from a multi-title deal Gadsby signed to Netflix in 2022, which includes both the solo taping and a multi-comic special featuring gender-diverse comedians with Gadsby hosting.
Director: Jenney Shamash
Star: Hannah Gadsby
Described as a "feel-good ensemble," "Something Special" features Gadsby discussing her 2021 wedding to her producer Jenney Shamash, over a traumatic encounter with a bunny, and more. It was recorded at the Sydney Opera House in the fall of 2022 as part of Gadsby's most recent world tour, entitled "Body of Work".
Gadsby's first Netflix special, "Nanette," debuted in 2018 and focused on her experience as a lesbian in Australia as the country debated whether or not to legalize same-sex marriage. Her second special, "Douglas," expanded on the LGBTQ issues discussed on "Nanette," while also touching on the anti-vaccine movement, Gadsby's autism and more.
The comedian's return to Netflix is significant, as in 2021 they openly criticized the streamer for endorsing Dave Chappelle, whose "The Closer" special featured offensive jokes about queer and trans people.
Gadsby nodded to the issue, as well as the bigotry in the comedy world in general, when her deal with Netflix was announced last year. "In a notoriously transphobic industry, I seek to broaden the scope of opportunities for genderqueer performers around the world, as well as expand the diversity of offerings for audiences on one of comedy's largest platforms," she said in a statement.
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