New Series! “Bring the Funny” Tuesday, July 9 on NBC @ 10PM ET

Chrissy Teigen, Jeff Foxworthy, and Kenan Thompson are the judges in this new 10-episode comedy competition series showcasing the best standups, sketch troupes and variety acts.

The new competition series for the next generation of comedy lovers. The series will feature the world’s best comedic acts and, for the first time on television, embrace every style of comedy performance in one competition.

The 10-episode series will bring together some of the most prolific comedians in the industry to serve as judges – “Saturday Night Live”‘s longest-running cast member, Kenan Thompson, cultural tastemaker Chrissy Teigen and comedy icon Jeff Foxworthy. Comedian Amanda Seales will serve as host for the competition.

In partnership with the international organization Just for Laughs, which has given rise to some of today’s most successful comedic acts via its iconic festivals, tours and television series, “Bring the Funny” will feature the best of the best stand-ups, sketch troupes and comedic variety acts. From solo comics to sketch troupes to musicians, magicians, podcasters, puppeteers, YouTubers and more – anyone who can make audiences laugh will have the chance to receive the career-changing $250,000 prize package and see their name in lights in the “Bring the Funny” showcase.

David Friedman and Matilda Zoltowski will executive produce. Just for Laughs President Bruce Hills serves as consulting producer. The series will be produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio.