TED-Ed: In on a secret? That's dramatic irony - Christopher Warner

The video explores the commonality between horror and comedy genres, focusing on their use of dramatic irony. It explains the three types of irony: situational, verbal, and dramatic, with an emphasis on how dramatic irony creates tension and suspense in both horror and comedy. In horror, it builds suspense as the audience knows more than the characters, while in comedy, it leads to humorous misunderstandings. The video highlights how dramatic irony drives storytelling and plot progression, making it a hallmark of great writers.

In what ways does dramatic irony contribute to the humor in comedies?

Why is dramatic irony considered a hallmark of great storytelling?