What is America's Funniest Home Videos about?

America's Funniest Home Videos (AFV) is a long-standing television series on ABC that has provided audiences with comedic entertainment through user-submitted videos since its inception in 1989. The program presents a series of short clips in which everyday people find themselves in amusing situations, often by accident. Clips commonly include everything from home video bloopers and children's antics to animal mishaps and unexpected pratfalls. AFV has established itself as a family-friendly show, with content that appeals to viewers across multiple generations. Each episode is structured to include a variety of segments, often culminating in a competition where selected videos vie for cash prizes based on audience reaction. The show's success stems from its simple yet engaging format, allowing viewers to enjoy a communal experience of humor and the universality of slapstick comedy. AFV has become a cultural touchstone, resonating with viewers' experiences and providing them the opportunity to share their own humorous moments with a national audience.

The first episode of America's Funniest Home Videos aired on November 26, 1989 and the most recent episode to air was on March 31, 2024.