Sarah Silverman returns with her latest stand-up special, PostMortem, premiering globally on Netflix May 20, 2025.
Synopsis: Finding Humor in the Unthinkable
In Sarah Silverman: PostMortem, the Emmy-winning comedian turns personal tragedy into sharply observed comedy following the recent deaths of both her parents. With her trademark wit and fearless honesty, Silverman hilariously explores the absurdity of grief, death, and the strange business of saying goodbye.
The special finds her navigating everything from the emotionally surreal experience of hearing her mother’s last words to stumbling into what she jokingly calls “the deal of a lifetime” while planning funeral arrangements. It’s a deeply personal hour that somehow transforms loss into laughter without ever losing its emotional depth.
Netflix describes the special as one that “hilariously navigates the absurdities of death,” and that’s exactly what Silverman does—delivering sharp, vulnerable storytelling that makes space for both heartbreak and healing.
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Finding Light in Life’s Darkest Moments
In PostMortem, Silverman dives headfirst into the uncomfortable, the absurd, and the deeply human experience of loss. From navigating funeral home sales pitches to recounting her mother’s unexpectedly touching final words, she strikes a delicate balance between heartbreak and hilarity.
“Grief has never been funnier,” reads the official tagline—and PostMortem delivers on that promise.
At once raw and riotously funny, the special invites audiences into a deeply personal chapter of Silverman’s life while still giving them the room to laugh, reflect, and maybe even heal a little in the process.
A Return to the Netflix Stage
PostMortem marks Sarah Silverman’s second original comedy special for Netflix, following the critically acclaimed Speck of Dust in 2017. That special was praised for its honesty and smart, socially aware humor—a tone that PostMortem elevates with even more vulnerability and edge.
Filmed at the historic Beacon Theatre in New York City, the special showcases Silverman at her sharpest, most seasoned, and most daring.
Behind the Mic: The Creative Team
The special is directed and executive produced by Sarah Silverman herself. Longtime collaborators Amy Zvi and John Skidmore serve as producers under the banner of Best Kept Secret Productions, continuing the team’s track record of turning personal truth into pitch-perfect comedy.
Why PostMortem Matters
Comedy has always been a space for exploring the uncomfortable truths of life—and few do it better than Sarah Silverman. With PostMortem, she not only tackles taboo topics like death and grief, but reshapes them through the lens of storytelling and sharp comedic timing.
This is more than just a stand-up special—it’s a cathartic, deeply human experience that shows how humor can still bloom, even in the wake of loss.
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Special Details:
- Title: Sarah Silverman: PostMortem
- Premiere Date: May 20, 2025
- Starring / Directed by: Sarah Silverman
- Producers: Amy Zvi, John Skidmore
- Production Company: Best Kept Secret Productions
- Filming Location: The Beacon Theatre, NYC
