Do you have to be miserable to be funny? More than sixty comedians—including stand-ups, writers, actors, and directors from the US, Canada, and abroad—take on this question, sharing anecdotes and insights with lively enthusiasm.
Casts Jon Favreau, Kevin Smith, Bobby Cannavale, Freddie Prinze Jr., Matthew Perry, Whoopi Goldberg, Martin Short, Jimmy Fallon, Christopher Guest, Janeane Garofalo
MOVIE COMMENTS
SIMILAR MOVIES
Man on the Moon
Shakespeare in Love
Ronny Chieng: The Ron Way
JP Sears: Please Censor This!
Isle of Flowers
Martin Scorsese Directs
People's Republic of Desire
Confessions of an Action Star
Zombiebox
The Egg
Matt Ruby: BOLO
Lee Evans: Monsters
Lootin'
Lise Dion : 35 ans de complicité
Pôle Emploi, Ne quittez pas !
American: The Bill Hicks Story
Austen Tayshus: Australia Day Special
Comedy Central Roast of James Franco
Family Friendly Jokes for Friendly Families
Sam Kinison: Breaking the Rules
SIMILAR MOVIES
Man on the Moon
IMDB 7.2 | Dec , 1999
The story of the life and career of eccentric avant-garde comedian, Andy Kaufman.Shakespeare in Love
IMDB 6.8 | Dec , 1998
Young William Shakespeare is forced to stage his latest comedy, 'Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate's Daughter', before it's even written. When lovely noblewoman Viola de Lesseps auditions for a role, they fall into forbidden love — and Shakespeare's play finds a new life (and title). As their relationship intensifies, the comedy soon transforms into tragedy.Ronny Chieng: The Ron Way
IMDB 4.5 | Dec , 2013
The debut one hour comedy special commedian Ronny Chieng performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2013. It represents the best of his award winning material from the first 4 years of his career from 2009-2013, from that first small gig in a small room of the University of Melbourne, all the way to the Sydney Opera House, Melbourne's Town Hall, London's SOHO theatre and Montreal's Just For Laughs TV Gala. Thank you for reading this blurb and say no to drugs.JP Sears: Please Censor This!
IMDB 0 | Oct , 2022
This full length special is fully uncensored and is created for freedom lovers. I've put my heart and soul into developing this stand-up special and hope you love it! Available for pre-sale today @ http://pleasecensorthis.locals.com/ & premieres October 25th.Isle of Flowers
IMDB 8.1 | Sep , 1989
A tomato is planted, harvested and sold at a supermarket, but it rots and ends up in the trash. But it doesn’t end there: Isle of Flowers follows it up until its real end, among animals, trash, women and children. And then the difference between tomatoes, pigs and human beings becomes clear.Martin Scorsese Directs
IMDB 9 | Jun , 1990
Providing behind the scenes footage of the director on set with clips from his own films, Martin Scorsese Directs depicts to riveting effect the way Scorsese brings the written story to life on the big screen. Additional interviews with the likes of Joe Pesci, Harvey Keitel, Thelma Schoonmaker, the director’s own parents, and others build a perception of Scorsese that not everybody knows.People's Republic of Desire
IMDB 6.3 | Nov , 2018
In China’s popular live-streaming showrooms, three millennials – a karaoke singer, a migrant worker and a rags-to-riches comedian – seek fame, fortune and human connection, ultimately finding the same promises and perils online as in their real lives.Confessions of an Action Star
IMDB 4.1 | Jan , 2005
A 'mockumentary' on the rise and fall of Chip and Dales dancer turned martial arts action star, Francis Allen Sledgewick, AKA Frank Sledge. When fame and fortune caused Frank to lose his sense of what's truly important, he realized he'd have to get in touch with his roots, if there's ever going to be a comeback.Zombiebox
IMDB 3.6 | Jan , 2018
A compilation of shamefully bad skits.The Egg
IMDB 0 | Jul , 2025
A college freshman takes advantage of a rumor, straining the relationships with those around him.Matt Ruby: BOLO
IMDB 0 | Dec , 2025
The 2025 special from NYC comedian Matt Ruby. Filmed at NY Comedy Club.Lee Evans: Monsters
IMDB 7.7 | Nov , 2014
The legend of comedy returns in 2014 with his biggest and funniest show yet. Monsters is the frightening funny new Live DVD from one of the biggest names in British comedy filmed during his ambitious 2014 tour. Lee’s manic energy, uncanny observations, hilarious delivery and side-splitting material have made his live performances a must-see for comedy fans worldwide and Monsters sees Lee back doing what he does best live on stage, proving once again why he is a record-breaking comic and one of the nation’s best! "The must see comedy event of the autumn" ***** - Daily Telegraph "Stand-up doesn't get much bigger" - Evening StandardLootin'
IMDB 0 | Dec , 2025
Imran Khalil made it: he finally got his big break as an actor. However, after an incident at a press event goes viral and gets him fired, he is forced to return to Luton and figure out his next move.Lise Dion : 35 ans de complicité
IMDB 0 | Apr , 2024
At the dawn of her retirement from the stage, Lise Dion takes a step back from her 35 years in the profession. Accompanied by figures who were important to her, she revisits with humor and nostalgia the significant moments that shaped her career.Pôle Emploi, Ne quittez pas !
IMDB 6 | Nov , 2014
This is the story of a team of 40 agents facing 4,000 job seekers at a job centre in the Parisian suburbs. Samia, Corinne, Thierry, Zuleika must support and monitor, bring in the numbers, obey policy guidelines and communication injunctions, and find job offers while none is to be found. Will their strong sense of humor save them from the Kafkaian world they work in?American: The Bill Hicks Story
IMDB 7.4 | Apr , 2010
American: The Bill Hicks Story is a biographical documentary film on the life of comedian Bill Hicks.Austen Tayshus: Australia Day Special
IMDB 0 | Jan , 2006
Austen Tayshus performing his stand-up comedy, recorded at the Bridge Hotel in SydneComedy Central Roast of James Franco
IMDB 7.2 | Sep , 2013
It's James Franco's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast.Family Friendly Jokes for Friendly Families
IMDB 8 | Apr , 2024
Filled with observational jokes, relatable humour and personal anecdotes, Naveen Richard’s latest stand up special is a treat to watch either by yourself, with some friends, or the entire family! You can leave your troubles behind for exactly 45 minutes and then get right back to it!Sam Kinison: Breaking the Rules
IMDB 7 | Apr , 1987
This is a great performance. Through yelling and energetic story-telling, he talks about marriage, drugs, being arrested (thanks to his ex-wife), pleasing women, religion, and much, much more.