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Kevin Hart finally sits in the hot seat tonight. The comedy legend who famously roasted Tom Brady in 2024 faces his own inferno on Netflix as Shane Gillis hosts a ruthless night of live comedy from the iconic Kia Forum in Los Angeles.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Stream Tonight: May 10, 2026 at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET on Netflix
- Host: Shane Gillis brings brutal comedy chops to the roastmaster role
- Venue: Kia Forum in Los Angeles closes Netflix is a Joke Fest 2026
- Duration: 3 hours of raw, unfiltered roasting action (TV-MA)
Why Hart’s Getting Roasted Now
Kevin Hart has built a career firing shots at everyone around him. After hosting The Roast of Tom Brady, the comedy icon decided it was time to take his medicine. This Netflix special marks a major moment in Hart’s career turning point.
According to Netflix Tudum, Hart is ready for all the smoke. The comedian has faced comebacks before, so expect him to dish it right back at his roasters with quick wit and fearless comedy.
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Shane Gillis Takes Command
Shane Gillis earned this hosting gig by walking a perfect tightrope between hilarious and brutal. His comedy style matches exactly what tonight’s event demands. Netflix is a Joke Fest selected him specifically for his fearless approach and timing.
Gillis has proven himself on stages across America and is known for never holding back. Hart’s team clearly wanted someone who could match his comedic energy while keeping the roast fresh and unpredictable.
What to Expect Tonight
The Kia Forum in Los Angeles will host a packed crowd of comedy insiders, celebrities, and influencers. Netflix will stream the entire 3-hour special live, capturing every joke, reaction, and moment uncut and unfiltered.
| Detail | Information |
| Event Name | The Roast of Kevin Hart |
| Air Date | May 10, 2026 |
| Stream Time | 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET |
| Location | Kia Forum, Los Angeles |
“Kevin Hart is in the hot seat and ready for all the smoke as roastmaster Shane Gillis hosts a raw and ruthless night of live laughs.”
— Netflix, Official Description
Part of Netflix is a Joke Fest
The roast wraps up Netflix is a Joke Fest 2026, an entire week of comedy events across Los Angeles running May 4 through May 10. Dave Chappelle headlined multiple nights, while other major comedians delivered specials and live shows throughout the week.
Hart’s roast is the festival’s grand finale, with Netflix betting on his star power and willingness to be vulnerable for laughs. The network has already secured the entire 3-hour event for live streaming globally.
Will You Tune In Tonight?
Fans should expect unpredictable comedy, potential surprise appearances, and real-time reactions from Kevin Hart as comedians roast his career. The live format means anything can happen. This is must-watch television for comedy fans who love seeing A-list celebrities take hits.
The Netflix special streams tonight starting at 8 p.m. ET from the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, bringing Hart’s roasting saga full circle after years of him dishing out the heat.
Sources
- Netflix Tudum – Official Kevin Hart roast preview and event details
- Netflix Is A Joke Fest – Event information and venue details
- IMDB – Cast and crew information for the special
