In 1995, Attell was featured on two HBO specials: alongside up-and-comers Louis C.K., Anthony Clark, Eric Tunney and Dave Chappelle. He was a featured performer on the 1995 "Young Comedians Special" hosted by Garry Shandling. He was given his own 60-minute special on the channel's "HBO Comedy Showcase." Subsequently, Attell was also given an episode of "HBO Comedy Half-Hour" in 1997. Attell's first one-hour special, "Captain Miserable" aired December 8, 2007, on HBO. His latest special "Road Work" aired 2014 on Comedy Central.