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Mark Twain Prize S27E1 — Bill Maher

Bill Maher

Jul 21, 202682 min
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Louis C.K., Whitney Cummings, Woody Harrelson and more gather to celebrate comedy icon Bill Maher as he accepts the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

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Michael Dempsey

Director

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Jim Vallely

Writer

Chris Kelly

Chris Kelly

Writer

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Bob Oschack

Writer

Paul Flattery

Paul Flattery

Writer

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Episode Summary

"Bill Maher" is episode 1 of Mark Twain Prize season 27. Directed by Michael Dempsey and written by Jim Vallely, Chris Kelly, Bob Oschack, Paul Flattery, it aired on July 21, 2026.