Bill Hicks: It's Just a Ride

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Bill Hicks
Bill Hicks

Himself

Jay Leno
Jay Leno

Himself

David Letterman
David Letterman

Himself

Sean Hughes
Sean Hughes

Himself

Eric Bogosian
Eric Bogosian

Himself

Eddie Izzard
Eddie Izzard

Herself

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    Short documentary / tribute to the late, truly great American stand-up comedian Bill Hicks, included as an extra in several box sets. Bill Hicks passed away in 1994, taken tragically young aged only 32. His legend and reputation, however, continue to grow. "It's Just a Ride" is a celebration of his life and work, featuring numerous clips of Bill's many recorded stand-up performances, along with trbutes from Sean Hughes, Eric Bogosian, David Letterman and Eddie Izzard, amongst others.

  • Release Date

    1994-06-18

  • Average

    7.4

  • Rating:

    3.7 starts
  • Tagline

    Hey − don’t worry, don’t be afraid, ever, because, this is just a ride…

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    English
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