Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night Of Your Life

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Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night Of Your Life

2025

1h 3m

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Stand-Up

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Best known for the hit shows “Ted Lasso” and “Shrinking,” Brett Goldstein sheds his testy Roy Kent façade to share his hilarious insights on love, sex, masculinity, “Sesame Street,” and everything in between.

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Craig Mathieson

The Age (Australia)

May 1

3/5

Goldstein undercuts his hard nut persona with wry gags and absurd philosophical leaps. The tone can be uneven, but the concept is solid.

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John Anderson

Wall Street Journal

Apr 25

While Mr. Goldstein is not a newcomer to stand-up, the reasons why “The Second Best Night of Your Life” works or not -- and it often does -- have less to do with the material than with Mr. Goldstein’s lack of a well-defined stage persona.

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J. Kelly Nestruck

Globe and Mail

Apr 24

It’s not the sharpest-edged of stand-up -- but those who like his Kent character will enjoy spending time with the personality behind it.

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Dustin Rowles

Pajiba

Apr 29

If he weren’t Brett Goldstein, I’m not sure HBO would have given him a microphone. He’s an A+ human being, but a B- comedian, which certainly makes Second Best Night of Your Life worthwhile but hardly necessary.

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Daniel H

Aug 30

Had some moments but not enough of them. Seems like a jumbled mess that struggles to stay on a steady train of thought. Lost interest about halfway in.

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Brendan P

Aug 2

I really wanted to like it. I like Brett and most of his work, but this just didn't do it for me.

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Jim M

May 3

Brett was funny and spot on. His mixture of British and American humor kept me and my wife laughing quite a bit.

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Catherine D

Apr 30

I wasn’t expecting him to be so adorable. Hilariously funny. Not like any stand up I seen in recent memory. The language is a bit out there but somehow it’s just not offensive.

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matthias s

@Thescreenasvor Apr 30

**3 Stars: “Second Best, But Still Pretty Good”** Brett Goldstein brings his signature gruff charm and wit to *The Second Best Night of Your Life*, and while it’s not quite the comedy knockout I hoped for, it’s still a solid, endearing ride. As a Ted Lasso fan, I came for Roy Kent vibes and stayed for the relatability—Brett's take on modern life, aging, and awkward encounters feels hilariously honest. Not every bit lands, and it occasionally drags, but his charisma carries it through. It’s like a pint with an old friend—familiar, funny, and maybe not your best night... but far from your worst.

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Rivkah F

Apr 29

Wow, I am genuinely impressed! I didn't know what to expect, but Brett managed to seamlessly blend intelligent, heartfelt, and vulgar humor for a very entertaining hour.

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Best known for the hit shows “Ted Lasso” and “Shrinking,” Brett Goldstein sheds his testy Roy Kent façade to share his hilarious insights on love, sex, masculinity, “Sesame Street,” and everything in between.

Director: Jeff Tomsic
Screenwriter: Brett Goldstein
Distributor: HBO
Genre: Comedy, Stand-Up
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 26, 2025
Runtime: 1h 3m

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