The Top 10 comics are paired up into 5 head to head showdowns, with the winner of each one advancing to the finale to compete for the title.

Last Comic Standing Season 9 Episodes...

• s09e01 - The Premiere
• s09e02 - The Invitationals - Part 2
• s09e03 - The Invitationals (3)
• s09e04 - The Invitationals: Last Chance to Advance
• s09e05 - The Semifinals (1)
• s09e06 - The Semifinals - Part 2
• s09e07 - The Showdowns
• s09e08 - The Season Finale

Last Comic Standing Show Summary

A nationwide talent search accepting the best professional and non-professional stand-up comedians. Once the selection process is narrowed to 10, the show covers the contestants as they live together and compete for an exclusive contract with NBC, and to be called the Last Comic Standing.