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‘America Laughs with Matt Friend’ on Sling TV: Here’s How to Watch the Late-Night Comedy Special Online

The best way to watch online is with Sling TV's Orange plan.

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During the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, comedian Matt Friend hosts America Laughs with Matt Friend, a new late-night comedy special that combines comedy with politics. You can watch the political satire online with Sling TV.

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“Comedy and politics have always had a unique connection, and I’m excited to bring that bipartisan energy to Washington with CNN for this special,” says Matt Friend in a statement. “We are in an increasingly divided country and world. For my show with CNN, I aim to poke fun at everyone and allow room for all to laugh in a Johnny Carson spirit.”

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Best known for his standup comedy and impressions, Matt Friend gets his first TV special with CNN this weekend. He recently hosted Snapchat’s Inaugural Snappys Awards Show, where DJ Khaled received a Lifetime Achievement Award, back in March.

When Does ‘America Laughs with Matt Friend’ Start**?**

America Laughs with Matt Friend broadcasts on Friday, Apr. 24, with a start time of 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT.

Where to Watch ’America Laughs with Matt Friend’ Online

The America Laughs with Matt Friend airs on CNN, and it also streams on Sling Orange. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the political satire online with Sling TV.

How to Watch ‘America Laughs with Matt Friend’ With Sling TV

A subscription to Sling Orange, which comes with CNN, gets you access to live TV from top-rated cable channels.

You can watch networks, including ESPN, Disney Channel, Freeform, MotorTrend, A&E, AMC, BBC America, BET, Comedy Central, Food Network, Fuse, HGTV, History Channel, IFC, Lifetime, Nick Jr., QVC, TBS, TNT, Travel Channel, Vice and many others.

Meanwhile, starting at $4.99 for the One-Day Pass, you can access Sling Orange for 24 hours. The Three-Day Pass starts at $9.99 to access Sling Orange for 72 hours. In addition, the Seven-Day Pass, which goes for $14.99, gets you access for an entire week of Sling Orange.

Starting at 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT, America Laughs with Matt Friend airs on CNN, while it’s available to livestream on Sling TV on Friday, Apr. 24.

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Please note: Prices and channel availability depends on your local TV market. You can learn more about Sling TV here.

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