At 41 years young, this might just be Baby J’s year. On the heels of his David Letterman special, and not to be outdone by the dozens of other very funny and famous humans participating in the 2024 Netflix is A Joke Fest, overachiever John Mulaney is hosting six shows as part of John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA. Things kicked off May 3, with additional episodes streaming nightly from May 6 through May 10. Mulaney will also be performing at the Hollywood Bowl May 4. Episodes of Everybody’s in LA are streaming live on Netflix, which is great news for those few of us who don’t count as “everybody.”

The special, hard-to-describe live episodes feature surprise guests (both famous and non-famous), and tag along with Mulaney for field pieces shot in Los Angeles. In addition to playing host, Mulaney serves as creator, co-showrunner, and executive producer through his Multiple Camera Productions. Ashley Edens is also a co-showrunner and executive producer, and Dave Ferguson is the head writer.

Mulaney has debuted three stand-up specials on Netflix: Baby J (2023), The Comeback Kid (2015), and Kid Gorgeous at Radio City (2018) — as well as variety special John Mulaney & the Sack Lunch Bunch in 2019. Mulaney won Emmy Awards for both Baby J and Kid Gorgeous. 

When can I watch John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA?

Installments debuted May 3, with further episodes streaming nightly from May 6 through May 10. All of them go live at 7 p.m. PT (10 p.m. ET). And when we say “live,” we mean we genuinely don’t know what will come out of Mulaney’s or anyone else’s mouth.

Who’s in John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA Episode 1: “COYOTES?”

Like we said, everybody’s in town. The premiere episode of Everybody’s in LA on May 3 brought together a wide spectrum of Angelenos and visitors — some steeped in show business, and others (hint: call-in guests who drive Priuses) decidedly not.

Jerry Seinfeld was in tow, talking about his new Netflix movie Unfrosted and commenting on the strangeness Mulaney had conjured: “This is the weirdest show I’ve ever been on in my life,” he declared at one point. Seinfeld was seated next to Citizens for Los Angeles Wildlife representative Tony Tucci (no relation to Stanley), who provided expert thoughts on the night’s (loose) subject: coyotes! Apparently they’re not just in LA! In a surprise appearance, Will Ferrell popped up amid the comic madness, playing — in another surprise — renowned 90-year-old record producer Lou Adler as a shouty sideline commentator. (It makes more sense when you watch it, in that way only Ferrell can make sense.) And Ray J was on hand to discuss his shift from singer/tabloid personality to full-on entrepreneur — and possible future delivery-robot spokesperson.

An esteemed crew of comedians came together for a piece in which they tour a house in Van Nuys listed for $1.7 million and decide whether to make an offer. The setup, and the home’s dated decor, gave plenty of room for one-liners from Chelsea Peretti, Natasha Leggero, Earthquake, and Stavros Halkias. Then another crew made up of George Wallace, Fortune Feimster, Langston Kerman, and Dan Levy (not that Dan Levy, the other one) swooped in with their own competing real estate scheming.

St. Vincent brought the rock ’n’ roll factor, in a show-ending performance of “Flea” from her new album All Born Screaming. Richard Kind serves booming gravitas as the announcer in all six episodes.

Who’s in John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA Episode 2: “PALM TREES?”

The second episode of Everybody’s in LA, “Palm Trees” on May 6, continued Mulaney’s odd, circuitous journey to live funniness. In an early bit, a tie-dye-rocking Richard Kind sought out psychedelic therapy at Mulaney’s Hollywood Bowl show, which had happened two days prior. Jon Stewart was paired with Amanda Begley of the local environmental organization TreePeople, who quickly dismantled myths about everybody’s favorite postcard-ready LA plant life. Turns out palm trees are not so great. (Also, they’re not even technically trees?!) 

Meanwhile, a panel of mental health experts diagnosed comedians Anthony Jeselnik, Sebastian Maniscalco, and Mulaney himself based on stand-up footage. Spoiler: The results are alarming. A quick detour took us to the Leonardo DiCaprio Computer Center at the public library in Los Feliz, which actually exists. Comic Mae Martin joined the group to discuss their family’s deep-rooted tree trauma. And Andy Samberg came out of hiding, materializing as Lakers courtside fixture and debatable fashion icon Jimmy Goldstein. Langston Kerman (you’ll remember him from Episode 1) promoted a questionable educational program inspired by the words of “supreme edifier” Terrence Howard (Empire, Hustle & Flow). Finally, Warren G brought that G-funk, LBC energy to his performance of throwback MTV staple “Regulate.” Another guest, Long Beach native Gabriel Iglesias, insisted on taking video of it all, as is his Southern Californian right.

Was it all a bit disjointed? A little “impulsive and random,” per Mulaney? Sure, but that’s the charm. Or, as Stewart put it: “I haven’t understood anything since I sat down.”

Who’s in John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA Episode 3: “HELICOPTERS?”

For Episode 3, Mulaney welcomed Nate Bargatze, Patton Oswalt, Earthquake, famed O.J. Simpson prosecutor Marcia Clark (no perm curls here, as the lawyer and author arrived in jet-black straight hair), and Zoey Tur, a pioneer of helicopter journalism who, in fact, was the first to capture Simpson’s notorious 1994 Bronco car chase from the sky. She and Clark had notes to share on the case, to say the least.

The live show Mulaney now comfortably describes as a “David Lynch fever dream” was also a Sunglasses Night Tuesday, with everyone onstage and in the live audience wearing various styles of shades. The reason for this? Unclear, though it might have had something to do with a segment in which Fred Armisen got to know “old punks,” including members of The Germs, X, and Saccharine Trust. Another piece explored the father and son ownership of bike shop DAG Riders, while still one more had Tina Fey and Amy Poehler fans speaking to cardboard cutouts of the comedy legends, and awkwardly meeting not-their-idol Oswalt. What was Richard Kind up to, you naturally ask? Desperately trying to entice everyone into his card game “Richard Kind’s Party Starters,” asking the lineup (alleged) probing conversation kickoffs such as, “Do you think LL Cool J is self-conscious about being bald?”

Finally, the show closed out with emo revivalist band Joyce Manor playing “Constant Headache” and “Catalina Fight Song.”

Who’s in John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA Episode 4: “PARANORMAL”?

With the help of Sarah Silverman, Ronny Chieng, Elvira actor Cassandra Peterson, Tom Segura (you might remember him from a certain GROAT), and professional hypnotist Kerry Gaynor –– who helped Mulaney quit cigarettes for good –– Mulaney delved into why Los Angeles is so haunted.

Musical guests Weezer played at the top of the show with “The Good Life,” and later, “Buddy Holly.” (Did you know they’re originally from Santa Monica? Everybody is in LA.) Other appearances included the beloved Oh, Hello curmudgeons (Mulaney and Nick Kroll) who had a lot to say about Charles Manson, as well as “nepo babies” Lil’ George Carlin, Eve Harvey, and Lil’ John Oliver.

Who’s in John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA Episode 5: “EARTHQUAKES”?

Mulaney bravely declared that this “is going to be our Emmy episode,” and introduced seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones — aka official “Earthquake Lady” — alongside beard king David Letterman, who wondered amid the science talk, “Am I here on the wrong night?” 

The panel was then joined by Las Vegas-based comedian Luenell, who felt cold in the studio and so shared a blanket (delivered by robot supporting performer Saymo) and a very special moment with Letterman. Bill Hader and Pete Davidson arrived and giggled through the whole thing. In one bit, Cedric the Entertainer helped two down-on-their-luck women get their “groove back,” with shaky results. Waingro, the antagonist from 1995’s Heat, clapped back at Trader Joe’s. Rajat Suresh checked in on the 2024 presidential election. Turner Classic Movies icon Ben Mankiewicz called in from Encino to share his earthquake story, and Hollywood super-producer Brian Grazer explained his Oscars drama to a group of kids. “I don’t get it,” one toddler responded.

The legendary Mexican-American band Los Lobos closed out the show by performing their version of “La Bamba.” 

Who’s in John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA Episode 6: “THE FUTURE OF LA”?

The sixth and final episode of John Mulaney’s very special, indefinable live show on Friday night made the comedian downright emotional. It’s been “a dream come true,” he said in the opening. “Not a dream you have at night, but a dream you might have during a nap on an airplane.”

In the finale, he welcomed on comedians Hannah Gadsby, Mike Birbiglia, Nikki Glaser, and George Wallace. There was also Dr. Emily Lindsey, assistant curator at the La Brea Tar Pits, which she helpfully explained is “the most important Ice Age fossil site in the world.” (Just sitting there, hanging out by the 10!) 

Elsewhere, two contestants went on a scavenger hunt for Flea. Yes, the Red Hot Chili Peppers (or Red Hots, as he insisted everyone call the band) bassist and local legend. Halloween and The Thing filmmaker John Carpenter showed up in equally punk form to talk about his dystopian prophecy for the city. LA mayor Karen Bass called in with a much more optimistic vision of its future, and to respond to Birbiglia’s question about whether we should eat almonds. Beck closed out this entire wild ride with a performance of his hit “Loser.” And Flea was finally found just in time to rescue Saymo, much to Richard Kind’s chagrin. 

It was miraculous, funny, touching, and weird. Or, as Glaser described the show to Mulaney, “It’s like an inside joke only you’re in on.” Would any true Mulaney fan want it any other way?