Watch John Mulaney: New in Town

John Mulaney: New in Town is a stand-up comedy special featuring comedian John Mulaney, depicting his grown-up life and experiences and observations of his upbringing. The special was filmed in front of a live audience at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts in New York City, and features a mix of traditional stand-up comedy, personal anecdotes, self-deprecating humor, and observational humor.

Mulaney's humor is often characterized as dry, sarcastic, and witty. He has a unique brand of comedy that draws on his own experiences growing up in an upper-class family, attending Catholic school, and working as a comedy writer for shows such as Saturday Night Live.

Throughout New in Town, Mulaney covers an array of topics, including his personal struggles with self-esteem, the contrast between his privileged upbringing and his current life as a struggling comedian in New York City, the absurdities of Catholic school and childhood, and the challenges of growing up and finding your place in the world.

One of the most memorable moments of New in Town is Mulaney's bit about "The Best Meal I Ever Had," in which he hilariously recounts a dinner he and his friend had at a fancy restaurant, taking hilariously long breaks between each course to wax poetic about the food and the experience.

Another standout bit is Mulaney's story of his encounter with a homeless man in the subway, in which he manages to both poke fun at himself and his privileged upbringing, while also showing empathy and understanding for the homeless man's difficult situation.

New in Town also features a brief set from comedian Amy Schumer, who at the time was still a relatively unknown comedian. Schumer's set is brief but memorable, showcasing her signature raunchy style and sharp observational humor.

Overall, John Mulaney: New in Town is a hilarious and insightful comedy special that showcases Mulaney's unique perspective and razor-sharp wit. Fans of stand-up comedy will enjoy Mulaney's mix of personal anecdotes and observational humor, while newcomers to Mulaney's work will appreciate his relatable and relatable stories about growing up and finding your place in the world.

John Mulaney: New in Town is a 2012 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 1 minute. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 8.2.