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Comedian

Comedian

Where does comedy come from?

20026.61h 22m

Overview

A look at the work of two stand-up comics, Jerry Seinfeld and a lesser-known newcomer, detailing the effort and frustration behind putting together a successful act and career while living a life on the road.

Directed by Christian Charles
Produced by Gary Streiner
Box Office0Revenue: $2.7M

Top Cast

Jerry Seinfeld

Jerry Seinfeld

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Orny Adams

Orny Adams

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Greg Giraldo

Greg Giraldo

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Jim Norton

Jim Norton

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Sherrod Small

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Allan Havey

Allan Havey

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Colin Quinn

Colin Quinn

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Cynthia Koury

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George Wallace

George Wallace

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Robert Klein

Robert Klein

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Themes & Keywords

comedian

About Comedian

Comedian is a comedy, documentary film released in 2002 exploring themes of comedian. Directed by Christian Charles, it stars Jerry Seinfeld, Orny Adams, Greg Giraldo. A look at the work of two stand-up comics, Jerry Seinfeld and a lesser-known newcomer, detailing the effort and frustration behind putting together a successful act and career while living a life on the road.

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