Each sketch of HBO's seven-part comedy series, Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America, starts with historical fact — then veers wildly, and enjoyably, off the rails.
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The Obamas team up with Larry David in this irreverent look at American history
Each sketch of HBO's seven-part comedy series, <em>Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America</em>, starts with historical fact — then veers wildly, and enjoyably, off the rails.
Published June 25, 2026, 2:37 PM
Updated June 25, 2026, 4:03 PM4.8K
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