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    Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

    90'

    1999-04-01

    6.8

    Documentary,Comedy

    Overview:

    For fans of comedy, Sam Kinison needs no introduction. His scathing comedy tackled tough topics no other comedian dared to touch. Fed up and disenfranchised with his career as a Pentacostal preacher, Sam left the ministry to try his hand at comedy. Almost immediately, and thanks in part to the foresight of Rodney Dangerfield who showcased Sam on an HBO special, his piercing scream, extreme humor and irreverent take on life attracted attention. Containing rare, early footage of Sam preaching and performing stand up at the world famous Comedy Store, the Award Winning "Why Did We Laugh" tells the story of a comedic genius who touched a deeper chord in people than most entertainers. Sadly, Sam was taken from us far too early, yet leaving us with a lasting and unique legacy.

    DirectingLarry CarrollWritingLarry Carroll

    Watch Providers (US)

    - Amazon Video

    Cast

    2

    Self (archive footage)

    Sam Kinison

    2

    Self

    Richard Pryor

    2

    Self

    Rodney Dangerfield

    1

    Self

    Dennis Miller

    1

    Self

    Judy Tenuta

    2

    Self

    Jay Leno

    3

    Self

    Tim Matheson

    3

    Self

    Beverly D'Angelo

    1

    Self

    Larry King

    1

    Self

    Bill Kinison

    1

    Self

    Carl LaBove

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    Details:

    • Budget: 0
    • Home page
    • Revenue: 0
    • List of countries:
      1. United States of America
    • List of languages:
      1. English
    • List of companies:
      1. Vote Count: 4
      2. Popularity: 0.6584
      3. Status: Released
      4. Original title:Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

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