Disney has announced details on the seventh Hularious comedy special, which will feature Matteo Lane and is called “The Al Dente Special”.

Matteo Lane’s comedy is like catching up with your old friend at brunch. In his latest special, he shares a glimpse into his travels, unique family background and friendships.

The comedian is a multifaceted talent known for his unique blend of stand-up comedy, musical prowess, and artistic versatility. Lane’s journey has taken him from his hometown of Chicago to New York City comedy clubs to sold-out performances across the globe, including at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. 

He was previously named one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” and described by TheAdvocate as “bold and unflinchingly genuine,” Lane tackles a wide range of topics, from his experiences as a gay man to hilarious insights into everyday life. 

His comedy cookbook Your Pasta Sucks will be published by Chronicle Books on April 1st. Organized by the most important places and people in his life—from Chicago and New York to Rome and Sicily—Matteo’s first cookbook features recipes rooted in serious pasta knowledge but presented with his signature snarky and sassy wit. 

Lane has previously starred in the Amazon Original film “Upgraded”, the Netflix series “Survival of the Thickest” (opposite Michelle Buteau), the feature film “Molli” and “Max in the Future”, which premiered at SXSW, and Netflix’s all-queer stand-up special “Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution”. 

Matteo Lane is fluent in five languages and with a singing range of six octaves, Lane lived in Italy as an oil painter and classically trained opera singer before starting his comedy career. He is now based in New York City.

This is the seventh “Hularious” comedy special, following Ilana Glazer, Roy Wood, Jr., Chris Distefano, Bill Burr, and Jim Gaffigan.

“The Al Dente Special” is written, performed and executive produced by Matteo Lane. Additional executive producers include Ally Engelberg, Tiffany Schloesser, and Jared Lapidus, who also directed the special.

The all-new comedy special will be released on Friday, 16th May 2025, on Hulu and Hulu On Disney+ in the United States and on Disney+ internationally.

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Roger Palmer

Roger has been a Disney fan since he was a kid and this interest has grown over the years. He has visited Disney Parks around the globe and has a vast collection of Disney movies and collectibles. He is the owner of What's On Disney Plus & DisKingdom. Email: Roger@WhatsOnDisneyPlus.com Twitter: Twitter.com/RogPalmerUK Facebook: Facebook.com/rogpalmeruk

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