America's Funniest Home Videos (1990)

Sparked by a wave of successful TV specials that capitalized on the charm of everyday life, "America's Funniest Home Videos" is a delightful foray into the authentic, hilarious, and occasionally embarrassing realities of human and pet antics. With an invitation to the American public to capture their most hilarious happenstances, AFHV is a heartwarming homage to life's unexpected comedy. Guided by the charismatic host Saget, the show takes viewers on a laughter-filled journey through a montage of home videos. From the giddy heights of wedding day jitters and sports faux pas to the endearing innocence of children and pets navigating their world, each video is a snippet of life's most unexpected comedic moments. The show captures the essence of reality, from furniture betraying its owner leading to a comedic tumble, to the timeless humor of an accidental hit in the groin. The program adds a thematic flavor by grouping videos around shared experiences such as the festive spirit of Christmas or the adventurous tales of a summer vacation. These moments are beautifully juxtaposed with videos that tug at the heartstrings, like a surprise marriage proposal, all set to the nostalgic tunes of classic rock. Each week, the top three videos, handpicked by the producers, vie for the coveted $10,000 prize, culminating in a suspense-filled audience vote. The winners then go on to compete in a special episode, with a grand prize of $100,000 at stake. Born in the '80s, at a time when out-takes and celebrity bloopers were the entertainment du jour, America’s Funniest Home Videos took this concept and gave it a personal touch. It encouraged the burgeoning trend of home video recording, inviting viewers to share their own amusing blunders. Thousands of hopefuls, fueled by the dual lure of potential fame and attractive prizes, sent in videos of their comedic exploits, both intentional and accidental. As a result, AFHV became a heartening celebration of life's simple yet profound humor, making it a beloved cornerstone of American television.

America's Funniest Home Videos is a comedy show featuring Tom Bergeron and created by Vin Di Bona.

America's Funniest Home Videos is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on ABC and Spectrum On Demand and it's also available on DIRECTV, Disney Plus, Hulu and fuboTV.

It is also possible to buy America's Funniest Home Videos on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies and Vudu.