Movie: Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

Top 10 Billed Cast

Beverly D'Angelo
Beverly D'Angelo

Herself

Rodney Dangerfield
Rodney Dangerfield

Himself

Larry King
Larry King

Himself

Bill Kinison
Bill Kinison

Himself

Sam Kinison
Sam Kinison

Himself (archive footage)

Carl LaBove
Carl LaBove

Himself

Jay Leno
Jay Leno

Himself

Tim Matheson
Tim Matheson

Himself

Dennis Miller
Dennis Miller

Himself

Richard Pryor
Richard Pryor

Himself

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    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.

  • Release Date

    1999-04-01

  • Average

    6

  • Rating:

    3.0 starts
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  • Languages:

    English

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