30 Rock (TV Series) Live from Studio 6H (2012) User Reviews

Still the most intelligent comedy I know

[Lambers-3 · 10/10 · 29 April 2012]

I get the feeling that the acknowledgment for 30 Rock is declining since season four. I got to know this show because of it's Emmy recognition and it's constant praise, but for the last seasons it calmed down.

There were some weak plot lines and episodes but there are still so many intelligent jokes in every episodes that I'm almost frustrated at the end of every episode that I only got a fraction of them. I think this is great because by re-watching the show you will always discover more details and subtle hints.

This live show even overdoes the first live show. There were so many great moments. I loved the Dr. Spaceman Parts the most...all the great guest stars (It's still funny to see the serious Don Draper in a comedy role)and a bunch of intelligent references like Hazel ripping apart the picture of Sinead O'Connor. This show definitely needs more acknowledgment for it's greatness...

PS: "Nine out of 10 doctors said "Who is this? Why are you calling so late?" but the 10th guy was into it."

The Beat down goes on!

[JamieClaye · 10/10 · 1 September 2023]

In an era where comedic bravery faces constant scrutiny, "30 Rock's" "Live from Studio 6H" episode stands in the spotlight. This live broadcast, a daring nod to television's golden age, finds itself under the microscope of cancel culture. Among the historical parodies, Jon Hamm's portrayal in blackface is a flashpoint for debate. Yet, where is the outcry over other controversial sketches?

With the myriad of boundary-pushing jokes throughout this particular episode, some might argue that "Live from Studio 6H" should be buried in the annals of TV history, forever hidden from future viewers. But if we begin censoring such episodes, where do we draw the line?

"Live from Studio 6H" epitomizes "30 Rock's" brilliance and its brazen approach to comedy. At a time when the world seems to have lost its funny bone, this episode reminds us of the fearless spirit of live television, unafraid to challenge and provoke.

Are we on the brink of a world where live, spontaneous humor is extinct? If we keep putting every comedic endeavor under the intense scrutiny of cancel culture, might we forget the joy of unscripted laughter? It's crucial to celebrate creativity, even as we critically engage with it. The future of comedy hangs in the balance.

Had To Purchase This Episode To Watch It

[fleck05IMDB · 10/10 · 18 February 2024]

This episode was great - it put the problems of tv (and society) in context using comedy. This live episode goes through the history of television and points out horrible choices in some of our historical TV "entertainment" (references to spousal violence and the racism of shows like Amos and Andy). This episode was pulled from the streaming services, but I wanted to see it so I purchased a copy. It's a shame this episode has been pulled because it so brilliantly mocks the absurdity of what passed for entertainment in eras that were less culturally sensitive.

Ironically - while this 30 Rock episode has been pulled - the actual shows they were mocking can be streamed for free without any problem. I think those old shows SHOULD be available for viewing - we shouldn't pretend like wrongs of the past didn't happen.... but to censor the episode of 30 Rock that uses humor to highlight how ridiculous those shows were, is knee-jerk, short-sighted, and (to quote Tracy Jordan) just ignorant.

This episode should be put back on the streaming services.

Live from Studio 6H (#6.19)

[ComedyFan2010 · 8/10 · 19 December 2013]

It is supposed to be the last live show of TGS. But Kenneth doesn't want to let it happen. He locks everyone in and tries to convince them that the live TV is the way to go. And it works when they realize that live TV is what made them who they are. For the last live show Jenna also wants her proposal on camera, and Hazel wants to run on n stage to be discovered by Hollywood.

I didn't like this show as much as I liked the first live version of it, but it was still pretty good.

I don't think I liked Jimmy Fallon and Amy Poehler as young Jack and Liz, didn't work for me.

But I liked Paul McCartney being the guest star. And it had many great moments. Such as Hazel ripping up Sinead O'Conner's picture and Dr Spaceman.