Maybe it's a Sunday night and you're looking for something funny to watch. Maybe you just got dumped and are looking for a little comedic relief. Maybe you are a budding, up-and-coming comedian and want some much-needed inspiration. Whatever the reason, if you've got a Max subscription, there's something for everyone in this list of the top stand-up comedy specials on the streamer. Stand-up comedy has created a lot of buzz in recent times, driving a massive audience to streaming services and letting them consume hour-long specials from some of the funniest people out there. Earlier, the art was limited to clubs, with comedians performing for a small crowd and thriving on the laughs they generated. But with the rise in streaming content and the need for relief through jokes in real life, there has been a surge of comedians being featured in a special.