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On Friday, ahead of the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner, CNN will air an exclusive political satire special, America Laughs With Matt Friend. The hour-long special will be filmed in Washington, D.C., and will feature a monologue from Matt Friend, who’s best known for celebrity impressions and social media comedy, as well as special guests and “surprise elements,” per CNN.
At a Glance: Where to Watch America Laughs With Matt Friend
- Stream: Sling
- TV channel: CNN
- Date, start time: Friday, April 24 at 11 p.m. ET
“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,” said 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.”
Where to Watch America Laughs With Matt Friend Online
If you don’t have a traditional cable or satellite package to watch America Laughs With Matt Friend on CNN, you’ll want to get a live-TV streaming service to watch the special online. One of the best options is Sling, which offers affordable, flexible packages.
CNN is available in a few Sling plans. The most affordable option is to get one of Sling’s passes, which include a one-day pass ($4.99), a three-day pass ($9.99), or a seven-day pass ($14.99).
You can also get CNN livestreams in Sling’s Orange package, which starts at $45.99 a month. This plan carries 30+ channels, including popular networks like ESPN, TNT, ID, HGTV, and more.
The third way to watch CNN with Sling is through its Orange + Blue package, the streamer’s largest plan with more than 50 channels. This package starts at $60.99 a month.
When Does America Laughs With Matt Friend Air? Date, Time
America Laughs With Matt Friend will air on Friday, April 24. The show starts at 11 p.m. ET.
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