The Moth Joke
A date that will live in infamy in the comedy world. Norm turns a simple joke into a Russian novel.
The Norm Macdonald Archive
A comprehensive, fan-curated collection of classic bits, standup specials, and every episode of Norm Macdonald Live.
- The Bucket List
A curated collection of Norm's most iconic and beloved short bits, jokes, and stories from his many talk show appearances.
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- Standup Archive
A chronological archive of full standup specials and recorded performances, from his early club days to his final tours.
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- Norm Macdonald Live
The complete 39-episode run of the legendary web series, featuring long-form interviews with comedians and celebrities.
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Newspaper Clippings
Early coverage and writeups of Norm's standup career, preserved here as part of the archive.
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Popular Appearances
View some of Norm Macdonald's most legendary moments.
Professor of Logic
Norm explains to a neighbor why he does not own a doghouse.
The Kitchener Leslie Joke
A lesson in history and why you should never mess with Kitchener Leslie's girlfriend.
Support the Estate
Buy Norm's Book! Based On A True Story
After some research about how to best buy his book to help his estate, we discovered buying directly from Random House (over Amazon or other resellers) will give the largest chunk to his family.
Publisher Direct
Buying here ensures the largest portion of the sale goes directly to Norm's estate, maximizing your support.
Support Local Bookstores
If you prefer to support independent bookshops, buy the book through Bookshop.org, which benefits local stores.
Paperback, Ebook & Audio
The book is available in all major formats, including the classic paperback and the essential audiobook read by Norm himself.
Every Norm Macdonald Appearance
We Could Find In Recorded History
We have cataloged hundreds of appearances, from obscure radio interviews to his most famous talk show moments. How many have you seen?