What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedBig Dumb Eyes
Nate Bargatze · Book
If you loved Big Dumb Eyes, start with Tuesdays with Stories! (Tuesdays with Stories!) — a podcast on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Big Dumb Eyes across media.
If you enjoyed the candid show business anecdotes in Big Dumb Eyes, these selections capture that same raw, funny, observational spirit.
Films on the same thread
Bo Burnham: Inside
Film · 2021
Explores: Mental Health, Isolation, Internet Culture.
Like the personal journey in Big Dumb Eyes, this special uses isolation and mental health as a lens to explore the performer behind the polished comedy facade.
Bo Burnham: Make Happy
Film · 2016
Explores: Existentialism, Mental health, Social media culture.
This special mirrors the self-deprecating humor found in Big Dumb Eyes, using performance art to candidly dissect the intersection of personal life and the public comedy career.
Barbie
Greta Gerwig · Film · 2023
Explores: Existentialism, Gender Roles, Self-Discovery.
Much like the observational journey in Big Dumb Eyes, this film uses a fish-out-of-water narrative to satirize the strange realities of navigating a world you do not understand.
Dumb and Dumber
Peter Farrelly · Film · 1994
Explores: Stupidity, Friendship, Romantic Pursuit.
Fans of the lighthearted, punchline-driven humor in Big Dumb Eyes will appreciate this classic road trip comedy that prioritizes pure silliness and friendship over complex narrative stakes.
Series on the same thread
Nathan for You
Nathan Fielder · Series · 2013
Explores: Business satire, Social awkwardness, Exploitation of naivete.
If you valued the professional anecdotes in Big Dumb Eyes, you will enjoy this look at the surreal, awkward, and often absurd side of business and showmanship.
Extras
Ricky Gervais · Series · 2005
Explores: Celebrity Culture, Fame and Ambition, Behind-the-Scenes.
This sitcom explores the behind-the-scenes struggles of fame, providing the same grounded, relatable perspective on the entertainment industry that drives the narrative of Big Dumb Eyes.
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
Conan O'Brien · Series · 1993
Explores: Surreal Humor, Self-Deprecating Humor, Celebrity Interviews.
The surreal and observational humor showcased here builds upon the comedic sensibilities found in Big Dumb Eyes, offering a unique take on the traditional talk show format.
Drunk History
Derek Waters · Series · 2013
Explores: Drunken Storytelling, Historical Parody, Celebrity Cameos.
This series shares the anecdotal charm of Big Dumb Eyes, proving that historical stories are best told through the lens of informal, conversational, and highly entertaining comedic retellings.
Podcasts on the same thread
Tuesdays with Stories!
Tuesdays with Stories! · Podcast
Explores: anecdotes, stand-up comedy, observational humor.
This podcast mirrors the storytelling structure of Big Dumb Eyes, relying on the chemistry between comedians to deliver the same style of observational humor and personal anecdotes.
The FatFish Podcast
Podcast
Explores: Friendship, Conversational, Everyday Life.
This podcast provides a casual, conversational space that echoes the authentic voice found in Big Dumb Eyes, focusing on everyday life and the camaraderie between funny people.
Keep exploring
Common questions
How long is the Big Dumb Eyes audiobook?
The unabridged audiobook version of Big Dumb Eyes has a total running time of 6 hours and 56 minutes.
Who is the narrator for Big Dumb Eyes?
Big Dumb Eyes is read by the author, Grammy Award-nominated comedian Nate Bargatze.
Is Big Dumb Eyes an unabridged recording?
Yes, Big Dumb Eyes is available as an unabridged recording that features the author reading the full text of his work.
What is the content of Big Dumb Eyes?
In Big Dumb Eyes, Nate Bargatze shares various personal snippets and stories from his life and professional career as a comedian.