politics
April 2, 2026
Louis CK to headline Hollywood Bowl for Netflix festival
Headlining set for Netflix Is a Joke festival marks first outing with major streamer since misconduct allegations in 2017
TL;DR
- Louis CK will headline Netflix's "Netflix Is a Joke" festival at the Hollywood Bowl.
- Netflix will premiere his new special, "Ridiculous," later this summer.
- This is CK's first major outing with a streamer since sexual misconduct allegations in 2017.
- CK admitted to the allegations, stating he "wielded that power irresponsibly."
- Following the allegations, Netflix, FX, and HBO severed ties with CK.
- CK has continued to tour and release material, including the Grammy-winning "Sincerely Louis CK."
- The 2023 documentary "Sorry/Not Sorry" detailed the backlash faced by the women who spoke out.
- CK's profile has continued to rise, including appearances on podcasts and a set at the Riyadh comedy festival.
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