He has roasted everyone else. He has hosted, produced, and practically built a career out of laughing at other people’s expense. But on May 10, 2026, it was finally Kevin Hart’s turn to sit in the hot seat — and Netflix made sure it was an event nobody could miss.
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The Night Comedy: Everything You Need to Know at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Event | The Roast of Kevin Hart |
| Platform | Netflix (Live + VOD) |
| Host | Shane Gillis |
| Roastmaster | Jeff Ross |
| Start Time | 5:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM ET |
| Duration | Approximately 3 hours |
| Language | English only |
| Available After | Yes — stays up as VOD on Netflix |
The Star-Studded Lineup That Came to Destroy Kevin
The main live event was hosted by superstar comedian Shane Gillis, with Jeff Ross — the self-proclaimed Roastmaster General — serving as executive producer. Among the confirmed roasters were Saturday Night Live‘s Michael Che and Kill Tony‘s Tony Hinchcliffe.
Netflix itself set the tone with a no-mercy promise: the platform described the event as one where nothing is off limits, promising savage sets, surprise guests, and a lineup ready to go all in.
How Big Could the Viewership Get?
The precedent set by Netflix’s previous live roast is staggering — the 2024 Roast of Tom Brady spent three weeks in the Global Top 10, reached the Top 10 in 49 countries, earned 19.2 million views in its initial run, and has accumulated over 26 million total views to date. whats-on-netflix
Given Kevin Hart’s enormous global following, comparable or even bigger numbers are entirely on the cards.
Can You Watch It After the Live Stream?
Yes — after the final punchline, Netflix kept the stream up as a VOD with perpetual streaming rights, meaning you can watch the roast whenever you like, though some content may be edited after the fact. whats-on-netflix
The live event is available on virtually all Netflix-supported devices including smart TVs, streaming players, Android and iOS phones and tablets, Mac and Windows computers, and game consoles — with Chromecast (generations 1–3) and casting methods being the only exceptions. whats-on-netflix
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FAQs
Q: Is the Netflix Roast of Kevin Hart free to watch?
Yes — any active Netflix subscriber, whether on the ad-supported or premium tier, can watch the Roast of Kevin Hart at no additional cost.
Q: Who hosted the Netflix Roast of Kevin Hart?
The event was hosted by comedian Shane Gillis, with Jeff Ross serving as Roastmaster General and executive producer, and roasters including Michael Che and Tony Hinchcliffe among others.
