Showtime is picking up its drama series about the art of comedy, I’m Dying Up Here, for a second season, it was announced today by Gary Levine, President of Programming, Showtime Networks Inc. The fictional series explores L.A.’s famed ’70s stand-up comedy scene.
Produced by Showtime, I’m Dying Up Here is based on the non-fiction book of the same name by William Knoedelseder.
I’m Dying Up Here delves into the inspired, damaged and complicated psyches of those who stand alone in front of an audience “dying” for fame, fortune and, with any luck, a shot on Johnny Carson.
Created and executive produced by Dave Flebotte and executive produced by Golden Globe winner Jim Carrey, Michael Aguilar and Christina Wayne, I’m Dying Up Here Season 2 will go into production in the fall, with 10 episodes premiering in 2018.